Courses at LMC

Introduction to Culinary Skills - Level 1

MOA
egg-timerPart Time
Level
arrowLevel 1
Type
hatAdult PT
Duration
calendar20 Weeks
Location
pinLancaster & Morecambe College
Start date: 14/01/2025, 1 pm to 3 30pm (Tue)

Delivered at a 75:25 practical to theory ratio, this Level 1 offers a practical cookery experience to develop your skills in an industry-standard kitchen. You’ll be given an introduction into kitchen equipment, as well as preparing and cooking food using basic methods such as; baking, stewing, braising, roasting, grilling, boiling, poaching, steaming, deep and shallow frying.

Assessed through short-answer question papers and timed practical assessments, you will gain a Level 1 City & Guilds certificate in Culinary Skills upon successful completion of the course.

Course Overview

This course involves both practical and theory classes, with corresponding assessments. Classes will take place one day a week at College for ten weeks.

On this course we will be covering several methods of cookery, including:

  • Boiling

  • Poaching

  • Steaming

  • Baking

  • Deep & Shallow Frying

Practical classes will focus on the methods of cookery, knife skills and Health & Safety practices within a commercial kitchen. The theory lessons will support the information covered within practical classes and cover the essential underpinning knowledge preparing learners for the required assignment work.

Practical assessments will take place in a relaxed, kitchen environment where students will re-produce dishes that have been demonstrated by the tutor, while theory assessments will be delivered via short answer question papers working collaboratively with the class.

Progression Routes

There are a variety of progression opportunities within the College, including;

  • Level 1 Introduction to Professional Cookery

  • Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship

  • Level 2 Commis Chef Apprenticeship

  • Level 2 City & Guilds certificate in Patisserie & Confectionery Skills

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Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, you must show a commitment to study (attendance, punctuality & behaviour).

Course Fees

This course costs £179.00, including exam fees.

You may be eligible for free study if you are 23 or under and this is your first full Level 2 or 3 course. Alternatively, if you are unemployed, receiving an eligible benefit, and taking the course to help you find employment.

You may also be entitled to additional financial support including course materials, uniforms, and childcare expenses depending upon your individual circumstances. Read more about Financial Support for adults.

How to Apply

If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.

For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk

Course code: B36131