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Professional Chef (Level 2 Apprenticeship)

FDQ
Hospitality & Catering

Course Overview

The FDQ Level 2 Diploma in Professional Chef Qualification (Northern Ireland) is designed for learners who wish to work as a chef in the catering and hospitality industry. The Traineeship programme will allow participants to achieve a full Level 2 qualification and will comprise the following key elements:A main vocational based qualificationVocational skills developmentTransversal and digital skillsWork placementLiteracy and numeracy qualifications at Level 2 (may include GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics)Additional qualifications necessary for work within hospitality e.g Food Safety, Allergen Awareness.You will train in modern kitchens and restaurant facilities. This is a dynamic programme which involves both food preparation and cookery elements, where you will prepare & cook a range of foods using a variety of cooking methods.
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    2 Years
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: FDQ Level 2 Traineeship Professional Chef
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2026
    Fees:
    -

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • will be discussed at interview
  • will be discussed at interview
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

4 GCSEs Grades A-G to include Maths and English Grade E as a minimum.

ROI Requirements

4 OLCs Grades O1-O8 to include Maths and English Grade O6 as a minimum

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Attendance at Information Session

Work Placement

Students will complete a work placement - this will be discussed at interview.

Fee Information

  • Additional Fees
  • Uniform - £ 100 -150 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

What's Next?

Further Study

Progression to Level 3

Career Prospects

You can progress into employment or Apprenticeship training.

Enquiry

  • Image of Daria Hrywniak (Hospitality & Tourism Management)
    I completed two 3-month work placements in Belgium and Fuerteventura with the Erasmus+ programme. I was so grateful for the opportunity as it allowed me to gain valuable industry knowledge and experience. I’ve currently been offered a 6-month position in Turkey as a Holiday Rep with TUI.
    Daria Hrywniak (Hospitality & Tourism Management)
  • Image of Anna Borland (Leadership & Management)
    I’m a Team Lead in the Operations department at Payscape and I completed this course as part of my professional development. I really enjoyed it, the online format made it easy to fit around work. The sessions were helpful and relevant to my role. I’d recommend it to anyone pursuing leadership and management qualifications.
    Anna Borland (Leadership & Management)
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