Higher Certificate In Arts In Culinary Arts

Course details

A chef training course that provides students with key culinary skills and training within a realistic working environment. Includes a work placement. Supported by Fáilte Ireland.

This nationally designed chef training course provides students with the key skills, knowledge & competencies required to work in the culinary arts sector.

Graduates from this programme can be found working in locations all over the world and have led culinary teams in establishments ranging from Michelin star restaurants to global catering companies.

This programme will help students to develop specialised culinary skills through the acquisition of artistic and technological competencies, within a realistic working environment.

Programme Modules

This course covers a number of essential modules including:

• Culinary Skills
• Culinary Operations
• Pastry
• Learning to Learn
• Food Safety and Culinary Science
• Information Technology
• Restaurant Service
• Nutrition
• Global Cuisine
• Essentials of Business
• Gastronomy
• Work-Based Learning
• Buffet Presentation
• Classical and Contemporary Cuisine
• Applied Culinary Science

Career Opportunities

Graduates gain employment at Commis Chef, Chef de Partie and Sous Chef levels and, with relevant experience, may become Head Chef of small and medium sized kitchens.