Colleges and Universities Offering Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking in South Africa

Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking equips students with essential culinary skills and knowledge required in the food industry. This program focuses on various techniques, ingredient selection, meal planning and food hygiene practices. Students gain hands-on experience in preparing and cooking a wide range of dishes including appetizers, main courses, desserts and more. This certificate enhances students' understanding of food safety regulations, nutrition principles and menu development.

Possible career opportunities for Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking graduates include:
1. Line Cook
2. Sous Chef
3. Pastry Chef
4. Caterer
5. Food Stylist
6. Restaurant Manager
7. Food Blogger
8. Personal Chef
9. Food Researcher
10. Food Product Developer

Institutions Offering Certificate in Food Preparation and Cooking

•  Culinary Academy of Port Elizabeth, Port Elizabeth  
  Course duration: 10 months
  
  Course content
  -Prepare, Cook and Finish Food by Frying
  -Prepare, Cook and Finish Food by Braising and Stewing
  -Prepare, Cook and Finish Food by Boiling, Poaching and Steaming
  -Prepare, Cook and Finish Food by Roasting, Grilling and Baking
  -Introduction to Basic Kitchen Procedures
  -Introduction to Hospitality and Catering
  -Kitchen Terminology
  -Safety at work
  -Food Safety in Catering
  -Introduction to Nutrition
  -Prepare Food for Cold Preparation
  
  Exam body: City and Guilds
•  Culinary and Hospitality Academy, Bloemfontein  
  Duration: One Year (Year 1)
  
  This course is designed for aspiring chefs who seek to start their culinary career. This course provides those enrolled in it to have basic skills and an understanding of the fundamentals of the chef profession
•  Chefs Training and Innovation Academy South Africa, Centurion  
  Duration: 12 months
  
  Entry Requirements:
  FEC Certificate or equivalent has been obtained by the candidate at Level 2 by existing Grade 10 certificate.
•  Purple Carrot School of Culinary Art, Potchefstroom  
  

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