This 18-month Professional Cookery Apprenticeship is open to individuals aged 16–24 and offers pay at least in line with the national minimum wage for your age, rather than the lower apprenticeship rate. The programme provides an excellent foundation for a rewarding career within one of the most dynamic and exciting sectors of hospitality.
Successful completion leads to a Professional Cookery SCQF Level 5 Diploma, delivered through full kitchen-based training with units tailored to your operation and agreed in collaboration with your Head Chef. There is also the potential to progress to an extended apprenticeship, supporting continued development and career progression within the industry.
During your apprenticeship, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a real professional kitchen, developing the skills you need for a rewarding career in hospitality. Depending on your partner hotel, you could be involved in:
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Mastering Health and Safety in a busy kitchen environment
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Learning to work confidently and effectively as part of a team
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Handling and maintaining knives safely and professionally
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Preparing vegetables, fish, shellfish, meat, poultry, and game for a variety of dishes
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Exploring cook-chill and cook-freeze techniques
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Cooking and finishing a range of dishes, from simple breads to classic mains
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Building a strong foundation in preparing, cooking, and finishing diverse dishes
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Contributing to sustainable practices and making a positive impact in the kitchen
This is your chance to turn your passion for cooking into real skills and a future career in one of the most exciting areas of hospitality.
