Course Description
The Diploma for professional Cooks is an intensive and comprehensive training program designed for individuals aspiring to become skilled and proficient professional cooks in the culinary industry. This diploma program encompasses a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical DIPLOMA FOR PROFESSIONAL COOKS experience, providing participants with a solid foundation in culinary arts, advanced cooking techniques, and kitchen management skills.
Course Content
- Food safety and workplace safety
- Introduction to hospitality and catering
- Kitchen equipment and knife skills
- Workplace standards and professional development
- Culinary numeracy and units of measurement
- Introduction to nutrition and diets
- Environmental awareness
- Cold food preparation and presentation
- Practical cooking methods
- Accreditation: Highfield International Accredited Certificate (NQF Level 4)
- Assessment:
- Food Safety in Catering and Health and Safety in the workplace (Multiple choice) and the submission of Portfolio of evidence.
Industry Training
6 Months workplace training
On-Site Training
6 Months onsite
Potential Career Pathways
After completing this certificate:
- May proceed to Occupational Chef Qualification (NQF Level 5)
Tuition Fees
KEY INFORMATION | |
Intake Periods | February and May |
Tuition Fee | R49 500.00 |
Duration | 12 months |
Application Fee | R600 (payable upfront) |
Registration Fee | R 5 830 (Payable Upfront ) |
Starter Kit Fee | R12 500 (payable upfront) |
| PAYMENT OPTIONS | |
| OPTION 1 | Full settlement (5% discount on tuition fee) = R 47 025.00 |
| OPTION 2 | R 10 000 Deposit(non-refundable)+ R 3 291.66 pm X 12 months |
| OPTION 3 | R15 000 Deposit (non-refundable)+ R 2 791.66 pm X 12 months |
| OPTION 4 | FUNDI Capital Student Loan |
NB. PAYMENT METHODS: REGISTRATION FEE, DEPOSIT AND STARTER KIT FEE NEEDS TO BE PAID BEFORE COMMENCING WITH CLASSES.
