HOSPITALITY – PRACTICAL COOKING
PRACTICAL COOKING AND THE WORLD OF WORK
Employment prospects include:
The National 4/5 Hospitality courses are ideal for students who are looking to
pursue a job in the catering industry. The course opens opportunities for students
to continue their development through further education with this perfect
introduction course and certificate.
Is it for me?
You will enjoy this subject if you:
What will I learn?
What can I do with it?
Enjoy cooking
Are interested in food
Like to be active
Enjoy being creative with food
Work well under pressure
You will develop skills and knowledge in:
Food preparation techniques
Cookery processes
The importance of food safety and hygiene
The importance of sourcing sustainable
ingredients
Current dietary advice
Following recipes
Planning
Costing
Organisational and time management
Weighing and measuring
Careers and Education routes in:
Chef – hotel, restaurant or industrial
College access to other jobs in the catering
industry
Note: There is a £60 charge for Practical Cookery which contributes to the cost of ingredients.
This fee can be paid in full at the start of the year on in instalments throughout the year.
Link to SQA Documents
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