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.
Prepare food for cold presentation
Sustainability for Food Service Professionals
Introduction to nutrition
Prepare cook and finish stocks soups and sauces
Introduction to the hospitality and catering industry
Healthier foods and special diets
Prepare, cook and finish fish and shellfish dishes
Prepare, cook and finish vegetables, fruit and pulses
Prepare, cook and finish rice, grain, farinaceous products and egg dishes
Prepare, cook and finish hot and cold desserts and puddings
Prepare, cook and finish meat, poultry and offal
Prepare, cook and finish bakery products
Catering operations, costs and menu planning
Formal Qualification- Global Diploma in Professional Cookery
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.
What our students say
“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.