Certificate in Classic Cooking Micro-Credential
A 20-session, NZQA micro-credential evening programme introducing fundamental cookery techniques for preparing a range of classic and contemporary dishes, with a focus on commercial kitchen skills, food safety, and nutrition.
NZ$1,720
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Master fundamental kitchen and cookery techniques
Gain competency in essential culinary skills, including preparation and cooking of a variety of classic and modern dishes using industry-standard methods.
Understand food safety and kitchen hygiene
Develop knowledge of food safety procedures, correct use of kitchen equipment, and maintenance of hygienic cooking environments.
About This Course
The Certificate in Classic Cooking (Micro-credential) is a hands-on evening course designed to introduce essential cookery techniques rooted in French culinary tradition, while also embracing Asian influences relevant to contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand. Participants learn practical skills for preparing a variety of classic dishes, practice food safety, understand cooking terminology and methods, and develop efficient kitchen planning. The programme features a strong foundation in vegetable cookery, nutrition, and allergen awareness, culminating in practical and theoretical assessments. Upon completion, learners are equipped with foundational skills and confidence to continue in professional cookery studies.
Course Content
- Fundamental cookery techniques
- French culinary tradition and terminology
- Asian-influenced preparations
- Practical kitchen experience in a commercial environment
- Sequence and planning of cooking tasks
- Food safety
- Nutrition and healthy eating
- Allergen awareness
- Sustainable food practices
- Classic dishes (e.g., Eggs Benedict with Sauce Hollandaise, Thai chilli beef, pan-seared sirloin, chicken breast with cream sauce, pork belly with roasted kumara)
- Practical and theory assessments
- Research and presentation project
Build towards these roles
Entry-level roles in commercial kitchensKitchen assistantCatering assistantsProgression to further culinary qualifications
Build skills in these industries
HospitalityCookeryFood & Beverage
