Program Overview

CTH Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills, is a six month program offered by the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality (CTH). The Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Skills strengthens learners' ability in the kitchen by introducing dishes and techniques that require a higher level of skill. This qualification gives students more time to work on dishes that are not taught at the beginner levels, such as pastries, desserts, and cakes. It also includes menu planning, menu costing, working with suppliers, and building teamwork.

Students have the opportunity to explore cuisine through the preparation and cooking of a range of dishes, which cover the full spectrum of the curriculum and menu structures. Students need to experience through demonstration and practical work all the key elements of cooking. Students are required to follow professional, safe and hygienic practices at all times.

Purpose of the Qualification

1. Develops students’ cooking skills.
2. Develops the student’s ability to integrate cooking skills to produce a variety of dishes.
3. Provides students with the skills required to work in a professional kitchen.
4. Develops the students' time management, hygiene, safety, and personal appearance skills required of a professional chef.

Access and Entry Requirements

1. Have a minimum age of 16 on enrolment.
2. Have completed secondary education.
3. Have a strong desire and motivation to become a professional chef.
4. Have a level of English sufficient to enable students to complete written assessments, produce recipe logs with recipes in English, costing, and time plans