Food and Cookery

The NCFE Level 2 Certificates in Food and Cookery are designed to provide pupils with the skills, knowledge and understanding of using different cooking techniques and methods required for further study, apprenticeships or a career in food. food and cookery. 

This course will be assessed on:

• Prepare and cooking using basic skills. 

• Understand food and its functions in the body and in recipes. 

• Understand balanced diets and modification of recipes for health. 

• Plan and produce dishes for a purpose. 

• Ensure a safe and hygienic environment. 

Who would this course be suitable for?

To achieve in this subject you must be mature, enthusiastic and be able to work independently. You therefore, need to have the ability to plan, organise and manage your time efficiently to achieve and be successful. 

Whist you will obviously enjoy the practical aspect of the course you will also be assessed on theoretical knowledge in the form of short or extended exam questions.  A large part of the course is based around NEA (coursework) tasks (60%), these are the written elements of the course and must be done to a high standard to successfully achieve this award.  There is also a written exam worth 40%.

Potential career paths

Below photographs of students work in preparation for their practical exam .