Professional Cookery
(Level 5)
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INTRODUCTION:
Course Code: 5M2088
This course allows learners to develop practical culinary skills with an understanding of nutrition, food science and food hygiene. The course includes active menu planning and food service in our restaurant. Students also have the opportunity to obtain a primary certificate in food hygiene accredited by the Environmental Health Officers Association (E.H.O.A).
As Kinsale is the ‘Gourmet Capital of Ireland’ this course is well situated to obtain the best work experience placements. The Good Food Circle in Kinsale is committed to providing a rich source of varied work experience for the students of this programme. The Course benefits from an on-site kitchen garden producing organic fruit and vegetables.
The College also boasts a restaurant for the exclusive purpose of training students. During the year students have the chance to participate in the successful Kinsale Gourmet Festival; students enjoy guest speakers and demonstration, field trips to various businesses and participate in the Kinsale Food Market. Graduates from this course can readily access the labour market or advance to further studies both nationally and internationally.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
- Leaving Certificate or equivalent. For mature applicants appropriate experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
- All applicants will be required to attend an interview.
- An offer of a place on this course means the applicant has met the minimum entry requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.
START DATE:
September 2025.
DURATION:
This is a one-year course. Timetables vary from year to year please contact the college directly for detailed timetable information.
CERTIFICATION:
- QQI Level 5 in Professional Cookery (5M2088).
COURSE CONTENT:
The following subjects may be offered:
Culinary Techniques - 5N0630
Meal Service - 5N0635
Pastry, Baking & Desserts - 5N2084
Menu & Applied Nutrition - 5N2085
Food Science & Technology - 5N0730
Word Processing - 5N1358
Personal Effectiveness - 5N1390
Work Practice - 5N1433
International Cuisine - 5N0632
I found studying in Kinsale Campus very beneficial, the tutors were very helpful in delivering the course content and using examples in an easy to understand manor. It helped greatly getting used to having deadlines in assignments, working as part of a team, learning about international cuisine, HACCP, individual presentations, knife skills, and working on a budget in the kitchen before progressing onto cit. The work experience in the industry was really great as it gave a great opportunity to see how different kitchens operate. I am currently studying culinary studies in MTU Cork. Overall I really thought studying in Kinsale Campus was really great. I would totally recommend it to people to do before going onto MTU as it is a great course and it really gives an insight on what’s to come if you want to progress on.
Sonia O’Keeffe
HOW TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications for all our courses will be available on the website and in the college from in January 2025 for all courses commencing in September 2025.
Interviews will be held for all courses throughout the college year. To apply, simply click HERE. Alternatively you can ring (021) 4772 275 for assistance with your application.
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:
Students may decide to continue studies in:
- MTU Cork: Culinary Arts (CR640).
- MTU Cork: Culinary Studies (CR655).
- GMIT: Culinary Arts (TL719).
- MTU Kerry: Culinary Arts (GA372).
- Shannon College of Hotel Management.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:
Students can go on to enjoy careers in the hotel and catering industry, in restaurants, cafés and hotel kitchens.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Participants will be required to undertake 30 days of work placement in a suitable environment. The College will assist participants in identifying suitable placements.
OTHER INFORMATION:
The Kinsale Good Food Circle are the generous sponsors of a scholarship to a QQI Level 5 student who excels in all aspects of the course and who will continue their studies in Third level in the Culinary field.
It would be an understatement to say that I absolutely loved my time at Kinsale Campus. I came home early from my travels to start the professional cookery course that my mother and brother graduated from last year. They had ranted and raved about how much they had learned and they couldn’t have praised it enough! After attending the course I couldn’t agree more, the teachers are so helpful and I’ve gained wisdom that will stay with me for the rest of my life. I would highly recommend it to anyone with an interest in pursuing a career in cooking and baking. If only I had done this course before my travels I wouldn’t had to lived off bacon and eggs for the last two years!
Holly Bartley
TESTIMONIALS & HIGHLIGHTS:
CONTACT DETAILS:
Jenny Fitzgerald, Course Co-Ordinator
Email: kinsalecampus@corketb.ie
Tel: (021) 4772 275