Duration: 16 Months

Start Day/Time:

Hours of attendance and start date will be confirmed at interview or enrolment.

Qualification: NVQ Level 2

Awarded by: City & Guilds

Introduction:

Apprenticeships are a popular choice for young people aged 16 - 24* looking for on-the-job training and the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications whilst earning a wage. Most of your training will be directly linked to the career you have chosen, gaining practical experience in the workplace, backed up by attendance at college just one day a week.

An Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery will give you valuable experience of a variety of routine food preparation and cooking activities. You will be working in a kitchen environment where your duties could include preparing and cooking a variety of dishes and maintaining a clean safe and hygienic working environment. Your exact duties will depend upon your employer.

Where possible staff from College Apprenticeships Training will find you an employer and a place of work (although students who are already employed are welcome to apply if sponsored by their employer). Your offer of Apprenticeship training will be dependent upon work placements being available.

Apprenticeships are a great option for school leavers who have an interest in food and want to progress in their chosen occupation.

* Please note priority is given to applicants under 19 years of age. Due to funding arrangements, places maybe limited for 19-24 year olds.

Entry Requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements although you will need to show a strong commitment to pursing a career in food preparation cookery and have literacy and numeracy skills to Level 1 or above. All applicants for Apprenticeship training will be required to attend an interview and assessment.

Course Details:

To gain the full Apprenticeship you will work towards the following qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2 Professional Cookery
• Key Skills in Application of Number Level 1
• Key Skills in Communication Level 1
• Level 2 Technical Certificate
• Employment Responsibilities and Rights

The NVQ qualification is work-related and will relate specifically to your job role.

Mandatory units include:

• Meat preparation & Cooking
• Fish preparation & Cooking
• Vegetable preparation & cooking
• Sauces & soups
• Health & Safety
• Food Hygiene

Course Assessment:

You will be continually assessed throughout your training. Most of the assessment will take place in The College, plus you will take some external tests/examinations for key skills (if required) and technical certificate. Your progress will be reviewed regularly and achievable targets set to ensure you complete your Apprenticeship on time.

Course Progression:

On successful completion of this Apprenticeship you could progress to an Advanced Apprenticeship in Professional Cookery (Level 3).

Additional Information:

Expect to earn at least the minimum wage. You will have a contract of employment with your employer which should explain all the terms and conditions of your employment.

While your technical skills and knowledge will develop over the course of your Apprenticeship you will also need to demonstrate to potential employers that you possess relevant skills and personal qualities and are willing to work and to learn.

Employers will look for:

• Good communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Able to work under pressure
• Reliability and flexibility
• Ability to work in a team as well as on your own initiative

Cost: