Professional Cookery, Hospitality, Retail and Events
Professional Cookery Diploma (Kitchen and Larder)
Campus
Granton Campus
Milton Road Campus
Qualification SCQF Level 6
Study mode Full time
Start date
Aug 2026
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Course overview
Hospitality is a thriving and growing industry, with job opportunities increasing. This is a full-time course and is also offered on a day-release basis (a system that allows employees to take days off work to attend educational courses). Day-release is perfect if you are already working in a professional kitchen environment.
You will create menus and original recipes for our training restaurants in the evening. You will also learn to supervise the entire K&L service in a live restaurant. You will gain skills in Complex Meat, Poultry, Game, fish, and Shellfish preparation. We will cover Supervisory units such as Maintain Sustainable Practise in Commercial Kitchens, Minimise the Risk of Allergens to Customers, Contribute to the Development of Recipes and Menus and Develop Meta-Skills and Personal Practice
This course will give you the hands-on experience and skill set you need to advance within this fast-paced and exciting industry.
What you will learn
- Larder Section: Advanced butchery skills in meat, poultry, game, fish and shellfish preparation.
- Hot Kitchen Training: Cooking and finishing complex dishes with meat, poultry, game, fish and shellfish.
- Maintain Sustainable Practise in Commercial Kitchens
- Minimise the Risk of Allergens to Customers
- Contribute to the Development of Recipes and Menus
- Develop Meta-Skills and Personal Practice
Placement information
- There is no mandatory placement requirement for this course
- You are recommended to seek work experience or already be employed within the catering and hospitality industry to support your studies.
- Your course tutor can assist you in finding suitable work experience.
How the course is assessed
- The course is assessed on an ongoing basis through open and closed-book tests, portfolios, projects, and practical observations.
Number of days per week
- 2 days per week
Entry requirements
- Professional Cookery City and Guilds Level 2 or equivalent craft qualifications.
- You will also be considered if you have relevant industry experience.
- Day-release candidates must be employed within a professional kitchen.
Information on Tests / Auditions / Interview Requirements
- You will be invited to the college for an interview.
- External applicants may be asked to complete a skills test.
English Proficiency Requirements
IELTS 5.5Progression and Articulation Routes
- HND Hospitality Management.
Career options
- Assistant Chef and chef de partie in hotels, restaurants, industrial catering and public houses.
Study Options
| Campus | Study mode | Start date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granton Campus | Full time | 24/08/26 | 11/06/27 |
| Milton Road Campus | Full time | 24/08/26 | 11/06/27 |
