Specialised Cook - NLQF level 4 / EQF level 4 / ISCED 3A – Catering
Issued by
UK Naric
The most important duties of a Specialised cook are: Combining products in such a manner as repeatedly to create something new or unexpected, Contributing to the innovation of recipes (ingredients, method of work, preparation techniques, equipment etc), Supervising specialists working under him/her in the kitchen. The Specialised cook works in traditional businesses, for example in the kitchen of a hotel/restaurant, restaurant chain, meeting-/conference centre, party catering firms/institutions
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Earning Criteria
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This individual has on the job experience planning and preparing meals from adapted recipes. They have successfully completed a formal presentation of these meals for restaurant guests.
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This individual has on the job experience managing kitchen stock. They have successfully completed a formal order and inspected the received stock.
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This individual has on the job experience developing new dishes and devising a restaurant menu. They have successfully completed implementation of these recipes including detailed cost management.
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This individual has on the job experience leading and managing apprentice employees. They have successfully completed both formal and informal apprentice meetings.