New Zealand Certificate in Cookery Level 4
Hospo, Food & Tourism
A course by
International Culinary Studio Limited
A full-time, blended (online and practical) programme designed to develop in-depth culinary techniques and knowledge required for work in commercial kitchens, covering a wide range of food preparation, food safety, nutrition, and catering operations.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Online/Remote, Online
It will take a total of 36 weeks
This course requires 35 hours per week
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Perform complex food preparation and cookery techniques
Progress from basic to advanced cookery techniques across a wide range of foods, including meats, fish, vegetables, grains, legumes, desserts and pastries.
Apply food safety and nutrition principles
Adopt industry-standard food safety practices and understand nutritional requirements, including preparation of special diets.
Plan and cost menus and catering operations
Develop skills in menu planning, catering operation management, and control of food costs.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Cookery Level 4 is aimed at students wishing to progress from basic to complex culinary skills and knowledge. Learners will be taught an extensive range of cookery techniques including hot/cold food prep, nutrition, food safety, catering operations, food cost control, and menu planning. Students learn through online coursework and one-on-one mentoring from accredited chef instructors, with an emphasis on industry experience. Successful graduates can work in commercial kitchens, start their own culinary venture, or continue study to the NZ Diploma in Cookery Level 5.
Course Content
- Food Safety in Catering
- Introduction to the Hospitality & Catering Industry
- Safety at Work
- Introduction to Basic Kitchen Procedures
- Prepare Food for Cold Presentation
- Introduction to Nutrition
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Stocks, Soups & Sauces
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Vegetables, Fruits & Pulses
- Healthy Foods & Special Diets
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Rice, Grain, Farinaceous Products & Egg Dishes
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Hot and Cold Desserts & Puddings
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Fish & Shellfish
- Catering Operations, Costs and Menu Planning
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Bakery Products
- Prepare, Cook and Finish Meat, Poultry and Offal
What you need to know first
Be 17 years of age or older
Have successfully completed 10 years of schooling
Work in or be able to work part-time for a minimum of 120 hours in a commercial kitchen
Be able to read and communicate in English (assignments/exams must be submitted in English)
Have access to the internet, valid email, scanner, printer, and digital photographic device
Have access to a well-equipped kitchen and fully equipped commercial kitchen for final practical assessment
Be computer literate with ability to upload and download documents and photos/videos
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Hospitality
Culinary Arts
Food Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Employment in a commercial kitchen (chef, cook, kitchen assistant)
Potential to open own culinary business
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