Diploma in Cookery – Advanced Patisserie
Food & Beverage
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Acquire advanced patisserie skills and prepare for a senior chef role in commercial kitchens with this one-year Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) – Patisserie strand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Master advanced patisserie skills
Plan and produce a wide range of complex dishes, including hot and cold desserts, gateaux, and torten.
Culinary management and supervision
Apply methods for planning and monitoring workflow and supplies and use strategies for managing staff and kitchen operations to achieve performance targets.
Prepare for senior kitchen roles
Acquire the knowledge and practical experience required to lead in commercial kitchen environments.
What You're Signing Up For
This one-year diploma delivers advanced preparation, cookery and presentation techniques across hot and cold desserts, gateaux and torten, as well as culinary management skills required for leading teams and managing operations in a professional kitchen. You will learn advanced patisserie methods, workflow and supply planning, and operational strategies, preparing you for senior roles in a wide variety of hospitality settings.
Course Content
- Culinary Management 1 (CKCM501) - 35 credits
- Culinary Management 2 (CKCM502) - 10 credits
- Patisserie Essentials 1 (CKPE501) - 25 credits
- Patisserie Essentials 2 (CKPE502) - 25 credits
- Patisserie Essentials 3 (CKPE503) - 25 credits
- Advanced patisserie preparation, cookery, and presentation
- Planning and monitoring workflow and supplies
- Managing staff and hospitality operations
What you need to know first
New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) or equivalent
Applicants must be physically able to undertake practical components in an industry-emulated environment
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hospitality
Food Services
Tourism
Future employment opportunities might be
Senior chef in professional/commercial kitchens