Junior Chefs Programme (for Year 9 to 11 students)

Course Overview

Course Type:

Part Time

Available at:

Eastleigh

Course Area:

Hospitality & Catering

Course Duration:

6 Weeks

Available at:

Eastleigh

The Course in Detail

Do you like Cooking? Do you enjoy cooking and working with people? Do you want to learn more about cooking and working in the catering and hospitality business? Have you considered a future as a Chef? Do you want to be part of the fastest growing industry in the world? Do you want to travel the world and work?

If your answer is YES to some or all of these questions then learn more within our catering and hospitality department at Eastleigh College

Entry Requirements & Progression

What You'll Need

You need to have an interest and passion for the Food Service Industry and have a good work ethic to be able to learn in a professional environment. You need to have determination, be open to new ideas, respectful of others, hardworking and a good team player.

This Could Lead to

This programme is set up to give young people an opportunity to work in professional kitchens. Hospitality and catering is a fast growing and ever changing industry so the variety of jobs is vast. At Eastleigh College we do a variety of different courses:- Level 1 – Professional catering and introduction to the hospitality industry Level 2 – Professional catering and introduction to the hospitality industry Level 3 – Advanced Professional Catering Level 3 – Food Service Supervision Level 3 – Hospitality and Catering Diploma See the Progression Chart for Job Prospects

Availability & Enrolment

College Life & Student Support Services

College is not just about your course – it’s an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and explore your interests! You can socialise with friends in the café and comfy seating areas, join a club or sports team or attend exciting events around the college. Many of our enrichment opportunities are also great on your CV or UCAS application to demonstrate your commitment and enthusiasm outside of your studies.

Your time at college can also be affected by life or health difficulties, and it’s okay to need support. Our specialist teams are here every day to listen and give advice, whether it’s about career planning, financial support, mental health, or something else. And if you have a long-term support need or medical condition, we’ll work with you on personalised learning support to help you achieve your full potential.