Level 3 Diploma Professional Cookery Studies

This course is ideal for those who already work in industry and want to continue or refresh their knowledge, as well as for learners who are looking to build a career as a chef within the catering and hospitality sector. You will develop a high standard of professional cookery skills, covering techniques such as roasting, frying and working with a wide range of commodities, alongside essential workplace skills including menu design. 

The course is well suited to experienced professional chefs looking to take their skills to the next level, as well as to learners progressing from Level 2 professional cookery programmes. It provides a recognised, industry‑standard qualification that supports progression and career development. 

Areas of study include the principles of food safety supervision in catering, supervisory skills within the hospitality industry and the exploration of gastronomy. You will also develop advanced skills and techniques in preparing meat dishes, vegetable and vegetarian dishes, fish and shellfish, and game and poultry.