International Culinary Institute
Higher Diploma in Classic Western Cuisine
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Advanced Diploma
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Programme Aims
- Equips and prepares students to work in the catering industry and develops their intellectual and professional competencies to meet the industry's demand for professional work attitude, and classic western cuisine and fine dining focused techniques;
- Enables students to master classic French culinary techniques and adapt them worldwide as recognised accolade for career development in hotel, restaurant and catering industries;
- Provides a unique learning experience aimed at enhancing technical skills and stimulating creativity with an emphasis on hands-on learning.
Professional Recognition
Students who study the food preparation and catering programmes are required to take the Food Hygiene and Safety module. Successful candidates are awarded "Basic Food Hygiene Certificate for Hygiene Supervisors" which is recognised by the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department in Hong Kong.
Graduates of Higher Diploma in Classic Western Cuisine who have at least one-year post-qualification work experience and minimum 22 years of age can sit for the German Trade Test Qualification System. Successful candidates are awarded ‘Certified Cook in Western Cuisine’ which is offered by International Culinary Institute and Education Centre of the Hospitality Industry for Business & Management, Koblenz,Gastronomisches Bildungszentrum Koblenz e.V., IHK-Akademie Koblenz e.V.
Graduates will be professionally ready to take up operative positions available in a wide range of catering establishments, such as restaurants, hotels, resorts, theme parks, and clubhouses. After accumulating professional experience, they will become highly capable candidates for supervisory and management positions.