Culinary Skills

Certificate , Level 2
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“So the tutors are great for a number of reasons – they’re casual, you don’t feel like you’re being forced to do anything that’s uncomfortable, they’re not strict, they’ll have a laugh with you if you want to and they know how to get stuff done when they need to if we’re on a bit of a time crunch, but they also know how to have a bit of fun and not put pressure on you – and they’re great, they’re always there to give you information if you need it for at-home tasks and they’re always on Google Hangouts to message you if you need anything and they get back to you really quickly.”

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“Before I came to Leeds City College, I was in school, I was in such a bad way at school, skiving lessons all the time, teachers always on my case, getting kicked out numerous times almost. So I applied for here just hoping to get on a course, I got accepted – it was entry Level 3. Dave was my tutor and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better as a tutor, because he just helped me. He helped me with every regard, with Maths and English, workshop work, the theory side of the workshop work – telling me how everything is and showing me what’s what.”

Harrison

“Because I’ve got autism and I’d sometimes have trouble understanding things – because I need stuff breaking down into detail and explaining to me in a perfect way, in a much more understanding way, I have tutors that understand me a bit more.”

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Did you know!

  • There are 41,219 jobs in Leeds City Region’s hospitality and catering sector.
  • English and maths will be built into your course if your current grades are below 4 (previous grade C).

Course Information

Overview

Turn Your Passion for Food into a Career!

Do you dream of working in a professional kitchen o r creating dishes that wow your friends and family? Year one of the two year, City & Guilds Level 2 Culinary Skills course is your gateway to the exciting world of hospitality and catering. This hands-on qualification gives you the confidence, creativity, and technical skills to thrive in the industry.

Who is this course for?

Perfect for any one 16-19 years old, passionate about food and wanting to start their journey into the catering and hospitality industry.

Course units/modules

  • Health and Safety
  • Healthier Foods and Special Diets
  • Stocks Soups and Sauces
  • Prepare and Cook fruit and Vegetables
  • Prepare and Cook Rice, Pasta, Grains and Eggs
  • Produce biscuit, cake and Sponges

Benefits and skills

  • Learn from Experts: Train with experienced chefs in fully equipped kitchens
  • Master Essential Skills: From knife techniques to preparing meat, fish, and vegetables, plus pastry and desserts
  • Get Industry-Ready: Understand food safety, hygiene, and presentation standards that employers demand

Entry requirements

3 GCSE grade 3 or above, including Maths and English.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills.

Assessment types

Continual Practical and Theory assessments, during the academic year.

Course details

Duration: 1 year
Start Date: 14/09/2026
Fees (16-18): No fee
Study Type: Full time
Course Code: 78830-01

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