Cooking

Offered by Apex Learning Centre

6-Month Certificate Course

Course Modules:

• Introduction to Culinary Arts & Kitchen Safety
• Essential Cooking Techniques & Knife Skills
• Basics of Baking & Pastry Making
• International & Local Cuisine Preparation
• Food Hygiene & Sanitation Standards
• Practical Hands-On Cooking Training

Course Outcomes:

• Develop fundamental cooking skills and food preparation techniques.
• Learn about kitchen safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Gain basic knowledge of baking, pastry making, and meal presentation.
• Get hands-on experience in preparing a variety of dishes.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Kitchen Assistant
• Home Cook or Personal Chef
• Bakery Assistant
• Restaurant Line Cook

1-Year Diploma Course (Two Semesters)

Semester 1:

• Fundamentals of Professional Cooking
• Food Science & Nutrition Basics
• Sauces, Stocks, & Soup Preparation
• Meat, Poultry, & Seafood Cooking Techniques
• Baking & Pastry Essentials
• Internship in a Restaurant or Catering Business

Semester 2:

• International Cuisine & Cultural Cooking Styles
• Food Presentation & Plating Techniques
• Restaurant Operations & Kitchen Management
• Healthy Cooking & Special Dietary Meals
• Food Cost Control & Menu Planning
• Advanced Internship in a Hotel or Fine Dining Restaurant

Course Outcomes:

• Master foundational and advanced cooking techniques.
• Understand food nutrition, safety, and professional kitchen operations.
• Develop skills in plating, menu planning, and international cuisines.
• Gain real-world experience through industry internships.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Restaurant Chef
• Catering Assistant
• Food Stylist
• Bakery Supervisor

2-Year Diploma Course (Four Semesters)

Semester 1 & 2: (Same as 1-Year Diploma Course)

Semester 3:

• Advanced Pastry & Dessert Making
• Culinary Art & Food Innovation
• Regional & Ethnic Cuisine Mastery
• Advanced Butchery & Meat Processing
• Beverage & Wine Pairing Fundamentals
• Internship in a Five-Star Hotel or Gourmet Restaurant

Semester 4:

• Food Business & Restaurant Entrepreneurship
• Gourmet & Molecular Gastronomy
• Farm-to-Table & Sustainable Cooking Practices
• Food Photography & Culinary Branding
• Customer Service & Hospitality in Culinary Arts
• Capstone Project & Final Career Coaching

Course Outcomes:

• Gain expertise in professional pastry, bakery, and gourmet cooking.
• Master restaurant management, customer service, and food business planning.
• Learn about food branding, photography, and modern cooking innovations.
• Get specialized training through high-end internships.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Professional Chef
• Pastry Chef
• Culinary Consultant
• Food & Beverage Manager

3-Year Diploma Course (Six Semesters)

Semester 1 - 4: (Same as 2-Year Diploma Course)

Semester 5:

• International Hospitality & Culinary Business
• Culinary Research & Development
• Advanced Food & Beverage Pairing Techniques
• Culinary Tourism & Global Food Trends
• Advanced Food Presentation & Molecular Gastronomy
• Extended Internship in a Luxury Hotel, Cruise, or Resort

Semester 6:

• Culinary Entrepreneurship & Restaurant Ownership
• Advanced Catering & Event Cooking
• Food Safety Regulations & Quality Control
• Business Leadership in the Culinary Industry
• Culinary Innovations & Future Trends
• Final Career Placement & Professional Development

Course Outcomes:

• Learn the art of fine dining, gourmet cooking, and food presentation.
• Develop expertise in culinary business management and entrepreneurship.
• Understand global food trends, tourism, and advanced culinary techniques.
• Prepare for leadership roles in the culinary and hospitality industries.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Executive Chef
• Culinary Business Owner
• Food Critic & Consultant
• Luxury Hotel Chef

4-Year Advanced Diploma Course (Eight Semesters)

Semester 1 - 6: (Same as 3-Year Diploma Course)

Semester 7:

• Global Culinary Management & Operations
• Advanced Menu Engineering & Product Development
• Smart Kitchen Technologies & Sustainable Cooking
• Luxury & Michelin-Star Dining Operations
• Culinary Branding & Media Marketing
• Leadership & Networking in the Culinary Industry

Semester 8:

• Strategic Restaurant & Franchise Business Development
• Food Research & Culinary Innovation
• Gourmet Food Science & Experimentation
• Sustainable Culinary Practices & Zero-Waste Cooking
• Capstone Project & Industry-Based Training

Course Outcomes:

• Gain mastery in high-end culinary management and global food industry trends.
• Learn to develop innovative restaurant concepts and food products.
• Master sustainable cooking techniques and modern culinary business strategies.
• Get specialized mentorship for culinary entrepreneurs and business owners.

Job Placement & Career Opportunities:

• Culinary Director
• International Chef
• Luxury Food & Beverage Manager
• High-End Restaurant Entrepreneur

Overall Career Prospects & Job Placement Assistance:

Industries Hiring Graduates of this Program:

• Restaurants & Cafés
• Hotels & Resorts
• Catering & Event Planning Companies
• Food Manufacturing & Culinary Media

Job Placement & Career Support by Apex Learning Centre:

✅ Hands-on training with professional chefs
✅ Internship opportunities in fine dining and hospitality businesses
✅ Business coaching for aspiring restaurateurs and food entrepreneurs
✅ Resume building, career counseling, & job interview preparation

Why Choose Apex Learning Centre?

At Apex Learning Centre, our Cooking Program is designed to transform aspiring chefs into culinary professionals. Whether you want to work in luxury restaurants, become a personal chef, or start your own food business, we provide the knowledge, skills, and industry connections to help you succeed.

👨‍🍳 Master the Art of Cooking – Turn Your Passion into a Professional Culinary Career! 🍽️