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One will obtain an AS degree as a Professional Chefs.There are courses you can do that will help prepare you for your |
| AS degree, it includes: * AS degree * GCSEs in Catering, or Hospitality and Catering * Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery (awarded by ASET and City and Guilds) * BTEC National Certificate/Diploma in Hospitality, or Hospitality Supervision * BTEC HND in Professional Cookery * foundation degree in Culinary Arts Management. |
Please check with colleges or universities for course entry requirements.
Some courses include a high proportion of practical kitchen experience, which may allow you to start your career inthe kitchen at a higher level (instead of working your way up from junior or commis chef).
You may be able to get into this job through an Apprenticeship scheme. The range of Apprenticeships available in your
area will depend on the local jobs market and the types of skills employers need from their workers. For more information on Apprenticeships, visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk.
 Culinary Training |
As a trainee chef you can work towards NVQ qualifications, in subjects such as:
* Hospitality, Level 1* Food Processing and Cooking, Level 2
* Professional Cookery, levels 2 and 3
* Hospitality Supervision, Level 3.
You can develop more advanced skills and help your career by studying part-time towards qualifications such as a
foundation degree, BTEC HNC or degree in professional cookery, culinary arts management, or hospitality management.
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