Hospitality & Food - Commis Chef - Apprenticeship
The Commis chef involves acquiring the knowledge, skills and competence to carry out the core cooking tasks/responsibilities within the kitchen section (e.g. starters, vegetables, sweets, meats, sauces, etc.) in order to work autonomously at this level.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
2 years
Entry Requirements
The minimum age at which the employment of an apprentice may commence is 16 years of age.
The minimum education requirements are:
A Level 4 Award on the QQI National Framework of Qualifications.
or
A Level 3 Certificate on the European Qualifications Framework with passes in a minimum of 5 subjects.
or
Have a minimum of three years trade related experience. Assessment of trade related experience is by application to Kerry Education and Training Board.
In addition to the above, a pass grade in Maths in a qualification placed at Level 3 on the National Framework of Qualifications or Level 2 on the European Framework of Qualifications is also required.
Non-native English speakers require proof of having a B2 level of proficiency in the English language.
Further information
No fees.
How does the training work?
Year 1 consists of:
3 weeks of intensive structured learning in a college or centre.
2 days per week in a college or centre and 3 days per week working with a SOLAS approved employer from October to June. 1 day per week in a college or centre and 4 days per week working with a SOLAS approved employer for July and August.
Year 2 consists of:
2 days per week in a college or centre and 3 days per week working with a SOLAS approved employer from September to June. 1 day per week in a college or centre and 4 days per
week working with a SOLAS approved employer for July and August.
For further information please contact the Kerry College Admissions Office by emailing info@kerrycollege.ie or calling 066 71 49696
Contact our Apprenticeships Services Team at Kerry College (Monavalley Campus) on 066 714 9600.