Professional Chef Level 3

This course is designed for those with achievement of Level 2 Diploma in Professional Cookery and will ensure the further development of fundamental skills needed for advanced cookery and professional employment in hotels and restaurants.

Students will refine their skills through practical work in the patisserie, larder and production kitchens. Classroom activity will include dish innovation, restaurant and dish evaluation and online research. There are coursework and practical assessments throughout the year and two practical assessments at the end of the year.

Course Info
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Professional Chef Level 3
LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
DurationOne year
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2027
Fee(s)16-18 year olds: Free
19+: £5,421
What Will I Learn?

Learners develop advanced kitchen, larder, patisserie, and supervisory skills suitable for progression to senior chef roles. The qualification is aimed at experienced chefs and covers both practical cookery techniques and kitchen management principles.

Course Content

Professional Chefs Level 3 may include:

  • Principles of Food Safety Supervision for Catering,
  • Supervisory Skills in the Hospitality Industry,
  • Exploring Gastronomy,
  • Advanced Skills and Techniques in Producing Meat, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish, Vegetable and Vegetarian Dishes.
Entry Requirements

Successful completion (Merit/Distinction) in Level 2 Professional Chef

Career Opportunities

Employment as a chef in the hotel and catering industry, with the potential to rise to an accelerated career path.

Course Progression

After completion of the Professional Chefs Advanced Diploma Level 3 Programme students can progress onto the further education or university.

Fees and Finance

Students’ college education is funded for three academic years after leaving secondary school in year 11. Please click the button below which will apply to your age on the 31st August 2027 in order to find out more information about fees and finance relating to your course.

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