L1 Certificate in Culinary Skills

The Culinary Skills qualifications can help you become a chef or progress to a more senior chef's role. You'll gain a high standard of cookery skills and have the option to learn other workplace essentials like health and safety in a kitchen. It is ideal for learners coming straight from school who wish to seek a career in this industry.

Site

Eastbourne

Level

Level 1

Course Type

16 +

Courses

Options Course Code Starts Ends
apply 61545 08/09/25 03/07/26

What will I study?

You'll cover subjects such as: Food safety Health and safety in catering Costs and menu planning Prepare and cook rice, pasta, egg dishes Prepare and cook poultry, meat and fish Prepare sauces, stocks and soups

What previous qualifications or experience do I need?

You will need to demonstrate an ability to achieve Level 1 English and maths by the end of the course through an initial assessment.

How will I be assessed?

These qualifications are assessed via assignments, practical tasks, exams and/or online tests. For these qualifications you will complete practical demonstrations/synoptic exams, assignments and take a multiple choice examination.

What qualification will I achieve?

Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Culinary Skills - City and Guilds (7138-11)

What can I do after completing this course?

The Culinary Skills qualifications can help you find a job as a:Catering assistant, Chef Alternatively, you can progress onto the next level of qualification and study Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills

Are there any extra costs?

You will be required to purchase a kit and uniform with costs approx.£250 Additional details will be shared upon interview