- Code: LC/LF
- Certification:City & Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation & Cooking (Culinary Arts) QQI Level 5 equivalence on the NFQ (8064-01)
- QQI Minor Award in Professional Cookery (5M2088)
- Duration:One Year
Description
The level 2 City & Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts is designed for candidates who are looking to start or develop a career in hospitality. They cover both transferable and job role specific skills, ensuring candidates become work ready not only for a specific role but for a career in the hospitality industry. By incorporating the latest industry trends and technology, this qualification prepares the graduates for international work, taking their first steps towards a successful career. It is aligned to the Global Hospitality Certification, developed in partnership with Worldchefs and employers around the world.
- Programme of Study
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- Understand the hospitality industry
- Understand business success
- Provide guest service
- Awareness of sustainability in the hospitality industry
- Professional workplace standards
- Understand own role in self development
- Food safety
- Meet guest requirements through menu planning
- Mise en place
- Cooking methods, techniques and commodities: boiling, poaching and steaming
- Cooking methods, techniques and commodities: stewing and braising
- Cooking methods, techniques and commodities: baking, roasting and grilling
- Cooking methods, techniques and commodities: deep and shallow frying
- Understand food commodities
Components subject to change
- Entry Requirements
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One of the following:
- Leaving Certificate or its equivalent. Extenuating circumstances may be considered
- Leaving Certificate Applied Award
- Full QQI Level 4 Award
- Mature Applicants - experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
Places are offered following a successful interview.
- Career Opportunities
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- Professional Cookery Chef
- Restaurant and Hospitality Sector
- Event Management
- Hotel & Catering Operations
- Higher Education Progression*
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Candidates can progress to third level colleges in the field of Culinary Arts subject to application and interview after completing Level 3 Adv Diploma at BIFE
BIFE:
- Adv Diploma in Culinary Arts and Supervision (8064-06) (LE)
- Course Coordinator
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Willie Rochford
- Where are they now?
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"Enrolling in this Culinary Arts course has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my future as a professional chef. The programme’s outstanding reputation and clear commitment to developing industry-ready skills immediately stood out to me. From day one, the blend of dynamic, hands-on kitchen experience and strong theoretical learning has given me exactly the preparation I need to succeed in a fast-paced culinary career. My passion for cooking has only grown here. I was honoured to be chosen to represent the college in the prestigious Kerrygold Food Writing Awards, where I achieved great success—an opportunity that truly elevated my confidence and creativity. This course has exceeded my expectations. The support, feedback, and real-world experience I’ve gained have been invaluable. I’ve learned so much already, and I only wish I had started sooner. " - April Dickenson
