STAR & Gateway Courses

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At The Culinary Collective our range of short courses are built to give you the chance to have fun studying something you’re interested in and to give you a change of scene from school.

Our goal is to grow the next generation of chefs and bakers to put us on the world map. The way you’ll learn is built around the ways people like to eat, drink and be entertained today.
Explore the fun you can have in the cookery and bakery sector while you learn and upskill with friends.

Download the STAR & Gateway courses brochure here.

Check out our Star & Gateway Experiences, Courses, & Holiday Programmes

Available at Auckland Central, Sylvia Park & Hamilton Campuses.
Need more info? Check out our schedule guides for the Auckland Central, Sylvia Park & Hamilton Campuses.

Experiences & Courses

1 Day Experiences

We understand that every school has unique learner needs, and we’re here to collaborate with your careers team to support students in exploring their future pathways. In addition to the options listed below, we offer tailored 1 Day Experiences designed to give students real-world insights into various industries. These programmes help learners discover and explore potential career options, empowering them to make informed choices about their next steps.

Contact our team here for more information.

Sugar Coated

1 DAY EXPERIENCE

Crafting desserts requires a unique set of skills, from precision measurements to a passion for flavour pairing.

You will experiment with techniques, balance delicate textures and tastes, and uncover the secrets of presentation. Turn the simplest ingredients into mouth-watering works of edible art.

So, if you are ready to indulge in the world of sugar, spice, and everything nice, your journey starts here.

$70 PP + GST

Slice It Right

1 DAY EXPERIENCE

Discover the culinary secrets of one of the world’s most beloved dishes with our immersive pizza-making experience! Delve into the alchemy of crafting the perfect sauce, balance flavour profiles and the art of cheese. With each step, your confidence will soar, allowing you to create your own unique combinations. Mmmmm doughlicious!

$70 PP + GST

The Sugar Sorcerer

3 DAY TASTER

This culinary discipline blends science and art, pushing the boundaries of flavour, texture, and presentation to create an innovative dish that blows your mind. You will learn to alter the physical and chemical properties of ingredients as you work with techniques like emulsion, foaming, caviar spheres and gelling.

$180 PP + GST

Keep Calm & Cater On

3 DAY COURSE

EXPERIENCE AN INDUSTRY & EARN:
UNIT 13281
Level 2, Credits 2

Prepare, assemble and present a range of delicious sandwiches for service. A very tasty introduction to the busy and exciting world of catering.

$180 PP + GST

Bake It Til You Make It

5 DAY COURSE

EXPERIENCE AN INDUSTRY & EARN:
UNIT 13322
Level 3, Credits 5

In our commercial kitchens, prepare and bake a variety of iconic pantry dishes. Gain culinary skills as you craft delicious pastries to share with your classmates.

$250 PP + GST

Block Course & Holiday Programme

Masterchef

8 WEEK BLOCK COURSE

1 day per week 9am - 3pm
Level 2, Credits 8

If you are passionate about cooking and would like to learn more about the application of cookery methods then this course is for you. Learn to prepare, cook and present food with basic garnishing and sauces to match. Impress each other with your own Masterchef dish in a commercial kitchen.

UNIT 13278
Level 2, Credits 2

Cook food items by roasting.

UNIT 13272
Level 2, Credits 2

Cook food items by baking.

UNIT 13276
Level 2, Credits 2

Cook food items by grilling.

$450 PP + GST

Bake It Till You Make It

4 DAY COURSE

EXPERIENCE AN INDUSTRY & EARN:
UNIT 13322
Level 3, Credits 5

In our commercial kitchens, prepare and bake a variety of iconic pantry dishes. Gain culinary skills as you craft delicious pastries to share with your classmates.

$220 PP + GST

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