NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5) – Pâtisserie strand

Summary

Do you have a flair for Pâtisserie?

Do you want to become a Pâtisserie Chef? Once you have completed the NZ Certificate in Cookery or Baking [Level 4], the NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) [Level 5] – Pâtisserie strand delivers all the practical skills you need to create fine pâtisserie and pastry dishes.

NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) [Level 5] – Pâtisserie strand programme opens up advanced employment opportunities in top-tier restaurants, hotels, and commercial kitchens, including roles in specialized cuisine and leadership positions within the culinary industry.

NOTE: You will be required to cook with and consume all types of meat. If you are vegetarian, or have a specialised diet, please talk to us before applying.

Outline

Our Pâtisserie programme delivers all the practical skills you need to create fine pâtisserie / pastry dishes through a combination of demonstrations, practical sessions and theory lessons.

You will be learning from our world-class lecturers who have experience working in senior positions in the world’s finest pâtisseries, kitchens and Michelin starred restaurants. Our facilities include purpose-built kitchens, ensuring that you are thoroughly grounded in all aspects of the trade.

The pathway for the NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) [Level 5] – Pâtisserie strand at EIT is a full-time two year journey which offers you stimulating studies and provides the opportunity to begin a career in the hospitality industry.

The pathway consists of two programmes at different levels that build upon one another:

• First Year: NZ Certificate in Cookery and/or NZ Certificate in Baking (Generalist) [Level 4]
• Second Year: NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) [Level 5] – Pâtisserie strand and/or Cookery strand

You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff.

Career Opportunities

The NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) [Level 5] – Pâtisserie strand programme opens up advanced employment opportunities in top-tier restaurants, hotels, and commercial kitchens, including roles in specialized cuisine and leadership positions within the culinary industry.

Possible employment opportunities include:

• Chef de Pâtisserie in restaurants
• Head pastry chef/manager in a large operation
• Head section chef in hotels
• Self-employment in a pâtisserie shop or bakery/café, as a chocolatier, cake decorator, confectioner or private caterer

Academic Learning Services

Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.

We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.

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