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About the course

This Level 1 course provides an ideal starting point for anyone interested in cooking, food preparation, or gaining a headstart into entry-level roles within the catering and hospitality industry. You will develop essential kitchen skills in a supportive, hands-on environment, building confidence in a professional kitchen setting.

This course is designed to introduce you to the industry and help you build practical experience rather than full occupational training.

Course content

You will gain practical skills and knowledge across key areas, including:

  • Introduction to Catering- exploring the hospitality industry, job roles, and workplace expectations, with a focus on health, safety and hygiene
  • >Kitchen Preparation- developing safe and hygienic food preparation and basic cooking skills
  • Knife Skills - learning correct and safe techniques for chopping, slicing and dicing
    • You will build confidence working with food while developing an understanding of professional kitchen routines.

      What do I need to join (Entry Requirements)
      No formal qualifications are required. You just need an interest in food preparation and a desire to gain experience and explore opportunities in the catering and hospitality sector.
      What can I do next
      This course provides a strong foundation for progressing onto further catering and hospitality courses or applying for entry-level kitchen and food preparation roles.