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.
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Check out our Star & Gateway Tasters, Courses, & Holiday Programmes
Tasters & Courses
Career in Cookery
1 DAY TASTER
A fun day where you step into a real commercial kitchen and hear about a great career pathway as a chef. Learn about the different roles that are available and what is required in a chefs tool kit.
$80 PP +GST
3 DAY COURSE
COMBINE 1 DAY TASTER WITH:
UNIT 12383
Level 2, Credits 3
Students credited with this unit standard are able to explore career options and their implications by choosing 2 different career pathways in the Hospitality/Cookery industry.
$240 ($80 x 3) PP +GST
Keep Calm and Cater On
1 DAY TASTER
Caterers wear many hats! This includes food preparation, beverage and design knowledge plus business skills. Learn about the preparation that comes with catering for small and large events.
$80 PP +GST
3 DAY COURSE
COMBINE 1 DAY TASTER WITH:
UNIT 13281
Level 2, Credits 2
Students credited with this unit standard are able to prepare, assemble and present a range of delicious sandwiches for service. A very tasty introduction to the busy and exciting world of catering.
$240 ($80 x 3) PP +GST
Secret Ingredient
1 DAY TASTER
Secret ingredients in any chef’s pantry make a noticeable difference in the way food appears, smells and tastes. Experiment with herbs and spices as a flavour enhancer for any dish!
$80 PP +GST
3 DAY COURSE
COMBINE 1 DAY TASTER WITH:
UNIT 13344
Level 2, Credits 3
Students credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics and application of cookery methods in working commercial catering environments.
$240 ($80 x 3) PP +GST
Holiday Programmes
Masterchef
5 DAY COURSE
Level 2, Credits 8
If you are passionate about cooking and would like to learn more about the application of cookery methods then this 5 day 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 13271:
Level 2, Credits 2
Cook food items by frying.
UNIT 13272:
Level 2, Credits 2
Cook food items by baking.
UNIT 13276:
Level 2, Credits 2
Cook food items by grilling.
UNIT 13278:
Level 2, Credits 2
Cook food items by roasting.
PRACTICAL DAY:
In a NZMA campus commercial kitchen.
$350 PP +GST
Bake It Till You Make It
5 DAY COURSE
Level 2, Credits 2
Level 3, Credits 4
Be prepared to whisk up some yummy baking treats and learn what its like to be a pastry chef. 5 days of delicious smells, textures, and fancy presentations for anyone that has a passion to start a career in baking!
UNIT 13272:
Level 2, Credits 2
Cook food items by baking.
UNIT 13322:
Level 3, Credits 4
Prepare and cook basic pastry dishes in a commercial kitchen.
$350 PP +GST
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