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LIMITED STUDY TIME? YOU CAN BUY AND STUDY, ONE MODULE AT A TIME

If it is difficult to find the time to commit to a full course or you only have limited study time available, our Global Diploma Modular system could be for you. You CAN study this course in bite sized chunks – once all modules have been completed, along with the required industry hours and course certification fee, you will be awarded the Global Diploma in Professional Cookery and be able to get the Global Commis Chef digital certification. Simply begin with the Food Safety module, pay the fee and we’ll arrange a course induction and have your login emailed to you to get started. Work your way through the modules, paying as you go. Each module can be easily completed in 4-6 weeks. Once each module is concluded, you will be awarded a certificate of completion.

Course Certification Fee

On completion of all Global Modules, associated industry hours and certification fee, you will be awarded the Global Diploma in Professional Cookery. This qualification is an approved ACFEF program. You will also be awarded the Worldchef Global Commis Chef certification. This recognition has been created by City & Guilds in partnership with Worldchefs and is the only international benchmark for hospitality professionals.

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Food Safety, Safety at work and Intro to Basic Kitchen procedures

This course describes food poisoning and food hygiene as well as outlining hazard analysis critical control points (HACCP) practices and procedures. Learn how to work safely in the workplace as well as fire and emergency procedures. You will identify, select and use different types of knifes and cutting equipment in a safe manner. Also, the course instructs how to clean, sharpen, maintain and store knifes and cutting equipment as well as identifying the age restrictions for specific cutting equipment.

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Prepare food for cold presentation
The course provides a list of food items used in cold presentation, a description of the preparation methods and storage used of food for cold presentation as well as stating the importance of presentation in the service of cold food. In addition, the course covers selecting tools, equipment and food items for cold presentation, how to combine food items for colour, flavour and texture, finish food according to dish requirements, display cold food and comply with hygienic and safe work practices

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Sustainability for Food Service Professionals
This program introduces learners to global sustainability concepts, issues and concerns providing a context for sustainability.

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Introduction to nutrition
This course teaches the importance of a balanced diet and the impact of food preparation and cooking on the nutritional content of food items. In addition, the course increases understanding on how to produce healthier food by reducing the loss of nutrients during the storage, preparation, cooking and holding of food.

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Prepare cook and finish stocks soups and sauces
This course describes the different types of stock, soup and sauces and how they should be prepared and cooked. Also, the course explains the main causes of contamination when storing, preparing and cooking stocks, soups and sauces.

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Introduction to the hospitality and catering industry
The course describes the different types of establishments in the hospitality and catering industry and the different services offered by different establishments. Also, the course describes the job roles, work patterns, job application process and career paths in the industry. In addition, the course explains the professional appearance, behaviour and teamwork required to work in the hospitality and catering industry.

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Healthier foods and special diets
The course explains what is food, nutrition, diets and nutrition, carbohydrates, fats, proteins, minerals and vitamins. Also, the course discusses healthy eating plans and the correct storage, preparation and cooking of food. The course explains menu planning for people with different dietary requirements as well as the importance of correct food labelling.

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Prepare, cook and finish fish and shellfish dishes
The course describes the different species of finish and shellfish and how they should be prepared and cooked. Also, the course explains the contamination hazards that may occur when purchasing, receiving, serving, preparing and cooking fish.

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Prepare, cook and finish vegetables, fruit and pulses
The course instructs learner on how to prepare, cook and finish different types of vegetables, fruit and pulses. Also, the course informs the learner of the different contamination hazards that may occur when storing, preparing and cooking vegetables, fruits and pulse dishes.

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Prepare, cook and finish rice, grain, farinaceous products and egg dishes
This course explores the history of pasta, noodles and rice and then explains how to prepare, cook and finish rice, grain, farinaceous products and egg dishes. Also, the course discusses the main contamination hazards when storing, preparing and cooking these food items. In addition, the type and care of equipment used is discussed as well as standard procedures for quality assurance.

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Prepare, cook and finish hot and cold desserts and puddings
This course explains how to prepare, cook and bake egg based desserts as well as how to resolve common problems that occur during the making of egg set desserts. Also, the course explains how to prepare and cook hot and cold fruit based desserts and meringue based products and desserts.

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Prepare, cook and finish meat, poultry and offal
This course explains how to prepare, cook and finish different types of meat, poultry and offal. In addition, the course explains the main contamination hazards when storing, preparing and cooking meat.

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Prepare, cook and finish bakery products
The course discusses the main commodities, preparation, cooking and serving procedures for pastries (sweet and savoury), cakes, sponges, biscuits, dough products, chemically aerated products and fermented products.

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Catering operations, costs and menu planning
The course discusses catering operations including kitchen maintenance and design, workflow, hygiene and safety, fire safety, working conditions, services, equipment and cleaning procedures. Also, the course researches the costs of equipment, machinery and utensils as well as budgeting and cost control.

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Formal Qualification- Global Diploma in Professional Cookery
You will be required to complete a final theory and practical examination. The theory examination will be completed from your home personal computer which will lock out other access and will be viewed by an Assessor via a Zoom or Teams video link.

The practical examination will be completed in an approved commercial kitchen with an approved evidence collector present (this could be the head chef) and will be moderated by International Culinary Studio via a video link.

On successful completion you will be awarded the Worldchefs (WACS) Global Commis Chef digital badge certification. This recognition has been created by City & Guilds (UK) in partnership with Worldchefs (WACS) and is the only internationally recognised education benchmark for hospitality professionals. This is also an approved American Culinary Federation (ACFEF) Program.

You will also be awarded an International Culinary Studio Certificate which carries the World Chefs (WACS), City & Guilds (UK) and the American Culinary Federation Logos.

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What our students say

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“On this program, you have the flexibility to study from anywhere, at any time and this is a huge bonus for people who have very active lifestyles but are still seeking to pursue their passions. I have found that the learning materials are well written and condensed in a way that made it easy for me to go through and retain the information.

I enjoy being able to do the practical assignments at my own rhythm, sometimes bashing 2 recipes at a time when I know I will not be able to dedicate any time during the week.”

MARINE VERMEULEN

Flexibility:

Do you have a full time job, family obligations or just study better on a flexible schedule?

Affordable:

No commuting expenses and online study is significantly more affordable

Adaptable Learning:

  • Studying online develops self discipline, self motivation, and better communication skills
  • Personalised one on one tuition
  • Review learning material or practice as many times as you need

The Commis Chef Digital Certification is based on time in industry in a Commis Chef role

Core Skills

Work effectively as a cook

Work effectively as part of a team

Demonstrate effective time management and organisational skills

Make decisions and solve problems in own section

Communicate effectively with colleagues and guests

Adhere to professional workplace standards

Provide Customer Service

Demonstrate a basic awareness of portion control, food costs and the importance of profitability.

Demonstrate a basic awareness of sustainable practices in the kitchen

Role Specific Skills

Food preparation

Demonstrate an understanding of own role and its relevance in the establishment

Ensure the kitchen is ready for service

Complete mise en place

Produce and present simple dishes to standards set by the establishment

Apply principles of Food Safety

Demonstrate a working knowledge and safe use of technology used in the kitchen appropriate to the role

Professional Development

Other skills

Have an understanding of career pathways within the culinary profession, including progression opportunities for current role

Undertake a range of training and learning activities to acquire new or update existing skills and knowledge

Apply knowledge/skills acquired from training or learning activities to improve working practice.

Career Opportunities

This accredited Diploma in Professional Cookery will give you the skills to be employed in a commercial kitchen, have the theory, practical skills and confidence to open your own culinary business or continue on to further education by studying the Advanced Diploma in Professional Cookery – Chef de Partie.

Duration

The Diploma in Professional Cookery is a 1200 notional hours (36 week course which allows for a 2 week holiday), which includes 120 industry hours. To obtain the Global Commission Chef digital certification you will be required to complete a minimum of 30 days working in a commercial kitchen as a Commis Chef / Line Chef or 3 months industry placement, if you are new to culinary, and must submit your workplace evidence diary and a reflection journal signed off by a chef mentor.

Certification / Fees

This Diploma in Professional Cookery program meets Global Commis Chef standards and certification will be issued by City & Guilds, Worldchefs and International Culinary Studio. The certification will be issued on successful completion of the course, required industry hours and full payment, including certification fee. A printed Diploma in Professional Cookery will be issued by International Culinary Studio.