Food Production & Cooking, Level 3

Course Information

COURSE OVERVIEW

Refine your culinary expertise with our Level 3 Food Production & Cooking! Designed for students who have completed our Level 2 course, or a similar qualification, this advanced program equips you with the skills to excel in professional kitchens or pursue higher education.

Working in our state-of-the-art kitchens that serve City View Restaurant, you will master complex savoury and patisserie techniques, producing sophisticated dishes for lunch services and our weekly fine dining events. A weekly industry work placement further enhances your practical experience and employability, facilitated by the college.

The Level 3 is an advanced qualification designed to meet industry standards, ensuring graduates are ready to succeed in competitive culinary roles. This program covers a wide range of advanced culinary techniques and principles, including:

• Prepare and Cook Complex Fish and Shellfish Dishes
• Prepare and Cook Complex Meat and Poultry Dishes
• Produce Advanced Pastry, Cakes, and Dough Products
• Prepare Hot and Cold Desserts
• Prepare and Cook Complex Sauces and Dressings
• Develop and Improve Skills for Professional Cookery
• Supervise Food Safety Practices in Catering

In addition to these units, students will gain experience preparing and presenting refined dishes in our professional fine dining setting.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To enrol on our Level 3 Food Production & Cooking course, you’ll need: 

• A Level 2 in Food Production & Cooking or an equivalent qualification
• A demonstrated passion for culinary arts and a commitment to excellence
• 5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 (or level 2 Merit equivalency, for example a BTEC), must include English and Maths