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Got a taste for cooking? Let’s turn it into something bigger.
Are you in Years 9–11 and enjoy being in the kitchen, trying new recipes, or cooking for friends and family? Ever wondered what it’s like to work as a chef, or what happens behind the scenes in a real restaurant?
This six-week course is the perfect starting point if you’re curious about hospitality and want to build your skills in a fun, supportive environment.
You’ll step into a professional kitchen and learn the basics that every great chef starts with. From mastering knife skills to baking fresh bread and creating pastries, you’ll get hands-on experience that brings cooking to life. You’ll also get a taste of what it’s like to work in a real kitchen during service, helping you build confidence and teamwork skills along the way.
What you’ll learn:
All ingredients are provided, so you can focus on learning and experimenting without the pressure. You’ll also be given a chef’s jacket and hat to wear during your sessions—because feeling the part is all part of the experience.
Whether you dream of becoming a chef, travelling the world, or just want to try something new, this course is a great first step into the exciting world of hospitality.
Important Notice
A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until enrolment is complete, and any relevant fees are paid. Course times, dates, durations and fees may be subject to change, and courses may be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met.
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 course is set up to give young people an opportunity to work in professional kitchens in the future.
Hospitality and catering is a fast growing and ever changing industry so the variety of jobs is vast. At Eastleigh College, and across South Hampshire College Group, we run a variety of hospitality and catering qualifications to meet your career aspirations.
We have summer fairs throughout June at all of our locations!Â
Come along and enjoy this community-focused event, filled with entertainment, activities, delicious food and experiences for everyone.
Click the button below to secure your free ticket today!
Course ID
P0400-2627-E-P1
Start Date
08/09/2026
Start Time
16:30
End Time
18:30
Day of Week
Tuesday
Location
Eastleigh College
Total Fees
£141
Course ID
P0400-2627-E-P2
Start Date
03/11/2026
Start Time
16:30
End Time
18:30
Day of Week
Tuesday
Location
Eastleigh College
Total Fees
£141
Course ID
P0400-2627-E-P3
Start Date
05/01/2027
Start Time
16:30
End Time
18:30
Day of Week
Tuesday
Location
Eastleigh College
Total Fees
£141
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.