The course equips you with fundamental basic techniques for pastry, bakery and confectionery, so that you are able to pursue a career as a pastry chef.
This course is endorsed by the Craft Guild of Chefs and British Culinary Federation and taught by our award-winning culinary arts pâtisserie team.
What Will I Study?
Topics covered can include:
Health and safety and maintaining a safe environment
Food safety
Healthy eating and special diets
Food costing and control including menu planning
Work place skills including CV writing, personal development planning, applying for work positions and interview preparation and evaluation and team work, catering for an event
Hot and cold dessert: preparation and presentation
Pâtisserie: pastries and tarts
Bakery: sweet and savoury products including batters
Cakes, biscuits and sponges
What Will I Need?
You will need:
Three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English Language and Maths
All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.
How Will I Be Assessed?
The course is assessed throughout the year with practical assignments and written tests.
What Will It Cost?
SCHOOL LEAVERS
If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be free.
Additional Costs
You will be expected to purchase the required uniform and equipment for the programme, which reflect both industry norms and safety requirements. These should specifically conform to Westminster Kingsway College standards and are approximately £350; further information will be provided at enrolment. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.
What Can I Do After?
This course will help you to move on to higher level courses, such as Professional Patisserie - Level 3, or an apprenticeship.
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