Professional Cookery
Ireland is currently in the midst of a skills shortage in the hospitality industry and never has the need for chefs at all levels been higher. The Level 5 Professional Cookery course we deliver at An Chistin is pitched at a level to develop a love of food and a passion for cooking, so that our students can enter the catering industry or go on to further training to continue their education in food.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
46 weeks Monday to Friday.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should have achieved a minimum of a QQI Level 4 Major Award or equivalent.
Good numerical and communication skills are essential, including verbal and written command of English.
Careers / Further progression
On completion of the course, you will have the practical skills, experience and knowledge to further your career in the hospitality industry. You will have a pathway to employment in the dynamic world of tourism, catering and hospitality or can choose to further your education through the National Framework of Qualifications.
Further information
The course begins in September and runs for 46 weeks, Monday to Friday. Please contact the Provider for enrolment details.
The Hub Castlerea
Level 5 Professional Cookery
An Chistin offers a full-time Level 5 Major Award in Professional Cookery 5M2088, accredited by QQI through the Galway Roscommon Educational Training Board (GRETB).
Who should take this course?
The course is aimed at those who wish to begin their training as professional chefs, offering many opportunities for employment in the tourism and hospitality sector both locally and internationally.
On completion of the course, you will have the practical skills, experience and knowledge to further your career in the hospitality industry. You will have a pathway to employment in the dynamic world of tourism, catering and hospitality or can choose to further your education through the National Framework of Qualifications.
Applicants for this course should be in receipt of a DSP allowance.
What does a typical day look like?
No two days are the same at An Chistin. Our trainee chefs spend mornings in the kitchen learning the techniques and skills associated with professional cookery including all aspects of basic culinary techniques and food safety as well as an introduction to pastry, baking and desserts, international cuisines, meal service, food science and much more.
Afternoons are spent in the classroom learning the theory that accompanies the culinary modules as well as life and career skills such as Word Processing and Personal Effectiveness.
Learners also undertake work experience with local food and hospitality businesses where they are able to further develop their skills in the workplace.
Modules:
Culinary Techniques 5N0630
Food Science & Technology 5N0730
Word Processing 5N1358
Pastry, Baking & Desserts 5N2084
Menu Planning & Applied Nutrition 5N2085
Personal Effectiveness 5N1390
International Cuisines 5N0632
Meal Service 5N0635
Work Practice 5N1433
For a more detailed description of the above modules, please visit the Provider's website.
5M2088 Professional Cookery (Community).
Accreditation:
Level 5 Major Award in Professional Cookery 5M2088, accredited by QQI through the Galway Roscommon Educational Training Board (GRETB).
If you are interested learning more about the course, please contact us directly at anchistin.coordinator@gmail.com or call us on 094.962.2644.
An Chistin at The Hub,
Castlerea Business Park,
Castlerea,
Co. Roscommon.