In the ever-evolving and changing culinary industry, staying ahead requires honing of skills and a commitment to excellence. Olive Chef School’s Advance Diploma in Culinary Arts is designed to elevate your expertise, offering and international Diploma in Food Preparation that equips aspiring chefs with world-class culinary and catering skills through rigorous classical training.
The advanced diploma is stepping stone for those looking to master the best practices in the culinary world and secure a future in top-tier culinary environments.
Course Structure:
First Component – 14 Months
The curriculum is dived into three parts:
- Theoretical study,
- Practical kitchen work, and
- Experiential in-service training.
The theory covers essential topics such as:
General:
- Food Safety
- Catering and Hospitality Industry
- Health and Safety in Catering
- Healthier Foods and Special Diets
- Catering Operations, Costs and Menu Planning
- Provide Guest Services
- Professional Workplace Standards
- Meet Guest Requirements Through Menu Planning
- Basic First Aid
- Basic Fire Training
Cooking
- Mise en Place
- Food Commodities
- Prepare and Cook Stocks, Soups and Sauces
- Prepare and Cook Fruit and Vegetables
- Prepare and Cook Meat and Offal
- Prepare and Cook Poultry
- Prepare and Cook Fish and Shellfish
- Prepare and Cook Rice, Grains and Egg Dishes
Pastry:
- Produce Hot and Cold Desserts and Puddings
- Produce Paste Products
- Produce Biscuit, Cake and Sponge Products
- Produce Fermented Dough Products
- Formal Wedding Cake
Second Component – 12 Months
After completing the first phase, students move on to experiential training at elite venues and top restaurants, particularly in the Cape Winelands. These placements are guaranteed, ensuring hands-on experience in some to the most prestigious kitchens in South Africa.
During this period, students are also required to complete case studies, as well as, a seven-course gourmet practical assessment, further honing their skills.
Additionally, students receive a basic salary while gaining invaluable industry experience.
Accreditations and Qualifications:
City and Guilds; 8064 Diploma in Culinary Arts and Food Preparation 843 255
QCTO, Occupational Certificate: Chef SDP 0506 2313 4247
CATHSSETA, Cook Convenience 613/P/000323/2017
Upon completion, students will receive:
Olive Chef School:
- Certificate in Culinary Arts,
- Diploma in culinary Arts,
- Advance Diploma in Culinary Arts, if they passed the practical exams above 85%
City and Guilds:
- Unit of Certificate – Written Exams
- Unit of Certificate – Practical Exams
- Unit of Certificate – Portfolio of Evidence/Modules Completed
- Diploma in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts