New Zealand Diploma in Cookery Level 5 – Advanced Cookery / Patisserie

Hospo, Food & Tourism

A New Zealand Diploma preparing students for advanced roles in cookery and patisserie, targeted at those already in the culinary industry.

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NZQA Level 5 Certification

Study Level

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Online study

Flexible online learning from anywhere

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Demonstrate advanced cookery and patisserie skills

Graduates can apply advanced culinary techniques and display a broad repertoire in both cookery and patisserie disciplines.

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Meet industry standards for kitchen operations

Graduates can comply with kitchen requirements, workflows, and standards expected in professional hospitality environments.

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Work effectively within a hospitality environment

Graduates are equipped to integrate seamlessly into kitchen teams, meeting the needs of commercial kitchens or patisserie operations.

What You're Signing Up For

The New Zealand Diploma in Cookery Level 5 – Advanced Cookery / Patisserie is designed for individuals seeking to develop advanced culinary skills. This qualification targets those already working in the hospitality industry and offers specialisations for both advanced cookery and patisserie. Enrolment requires applicants to have completed a Level 4 certificate in cookery. The course prepares graduates for highly skilled roles within kitchens and patisseries, fostering advanced skills in food preparation, kitchen management, and culinary workflow.

Course Content

  • Advanced cooking and food preparation techniques
  • Professional patisserie skills
  • Compliance with technical requirements for study
  • Kitchen requirements and standards
  • Industry-based learning (students must be working in the industry)
  • Culinary career pathways
  • Online learning components
  • Kitchen and food safety

What you need to know first

Certified copy of passport or birth certificate

Level 4 Certificate in Cookery

Copy of highest certificate of achievement

Working in the hospitality industry

Laptop/desktop computer and internet connection

Ability to meet technical and kitchen requirements

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Hospitality

  • Food Services

  • Tourism

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Senior chef

  • Patisserie chef

  • Head or sous chef roles

  • Specialist roles in patisserie or commercial kitchens