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The City College Young Chefs’ Academy is designed to give students, from years 10 and 11, the first taste of working in a professional kitchen and within the hospitality and catering industry. The aim of the course is to excite, develop and nurture young talent over a period of 6 weeks. If you’re in your final years of school and have a passion for cooking or are considering a future career in the hospitality and catering industry, then sign up to our exciting Young Chefs’ Academy! *Good news… thanks to the support from some of our partner organisations, we have been able to reduce the price of the 2025 start course from £180 to just £90. All ingredients will be provided. Limited places available – apply now! Important Notice Please note that all courses are subject to minimum numbers. If there are too few enrolments, the College may cancel the course. A place on your chosen course is not confirmed until enrolment is complete and any relevant fees are paid. The course fee must be paid at least 3 weeks before start date.
Students will develop confidence and social skills, be empowered to cook and eat healthily and be provided with impartial career advice. During the course, we will cover the following: Week 1 – Poultry prep, knife safety, food safety & kitchen hazards Week 2 – Cake baking Week 3 – Cook poultry – creating a dish suitable for a restaurant Week 4 – Baking sweet dough products Week 5 – On trend ‘street food’ session Week 6 – Optional meal with Exclusive Hotels – see how we work with industry and the types of foods you could go on to produce as a Chef or Pâtissier
All of the learning is completed through practical sessions in the college’s modern industry-standard kitchen facility. The classes are instructive while in a relaxed atmosphere.
Our modern commercial kitchens and commercial fine dining Aspire restaurant will provide you with the perfect place to learn and gain real hospitality and catering experience.
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.
