You’ll be mentored by hospitality managers and experienced chefs who have worked in the industry and you’ll learn advanced cooking techniques, menu planning, kitchen management and restaurant etiquette, ensuring you gain the knowledge and skills that make you stand out from the crowd
Take part in live cook-off finals in national contests such as the UK Student Chef Challenge and WorldSkills UK, where our students have won multiple golds. Take advantage of free work experience opportunities abroad, such as in Thailand or Italy. Prepare and cook food for VIPs at special events and meet visiting celebrity chefs like Omar Allibhoy and Angela Hartnett OBE
Build confidence and refine your skills by preparing and serving meals to paying customers at special themed restaurant evenings, giving you a true taste of working in the catering industry
Join our successful former students who have gone on to work in Michelin-starred restaurants, launch thriving catering businesses, or manage top London hotels. Our courses provide clear routes to success, including progression to higher-level qualifications
Careers and salaries in hospitality and culinary arts include:
We offer courses for school leavers and adults, ranging from short courses to Level 5 qualifications.