Professional Cookery - Level 3
- MOA
- Full Time
- Level
- Level 3
- Type
- 16-18, Adult FT
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Location
- Lancaster & Morecambe College
- Start date: 07/09/2026
The course will provide a continuation for those who wish to build their technical and professional confidence beyond the level 2 course, and will provide you with high quality work placements. You will benefit from employer input into the design of assessments along with the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled industry professionals. This course will also offer a clear progressions into employment.
It is envisaged that 2 days per week will be within college, with at least 1 day per week as an industry placement This is an Advanced Diploma Level 3 course that runs for 34 weeks.
- Course Overview
The course is very practical and programmed throughout the year in modules. Each week covers both practical and assignment work.
The units studied include:
Advanced culinary and kitchen management skills
Leadership, communication and supervisory behaviours
Food safety and kitchen management principles
Professional food preparation skills
Other activities covered on the course will include:
Guest speakers
Industry visits
Competitions both in house and externally
- Industry Links
Key employers will input into the design and delivery of the curriculum, with excellent opportunities for working alongside talented industry expertise.
External placements will be a feature of the course to further support your skills development and professional competencies.- Progression Routes
Promotions are always possible within hotels and catering. The course would also be useful for practising chefs wanting to gain new ideas and share the experiences of others. There are always alternative employment aspects and some students have gone on to work at Northcote, L’Enclume and even jobs in America due to the links with the course. The nature of the course allows you to gain new skills and experience different styles taking them back to your workplace.
- Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher including Maths and English OR a Level 2 related qualification PLUS grade C/4 or higher in BOTH Maths and English.
Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.
The entry requirement for this course include:
Proven Interest within this vocation.
Able to work independently.
Enjoy working with people and be able to communicate confidently and respectfully to people both in and out of college.
Commitment to studying at Level 3.
Have the maths and English skills desired to be successful within the course.
- How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this course, please click 'Apply' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Admissions Team will be in touch with you.
For more information, advice and guidance please phone Student & Learning Services on 01524 521385 or 0800 306306 or email advice@lmc.ac.uk
Course code: A31023
