Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyNew Zealand Diploma in Culinary Practice (Level 5)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Summary
New Zealand's hospitality industry wants chefs with a range of skills. Take your cooking skills to the next level and go places!
In this one-year culinary arts course you'll get plenty of hands-on experience to advance your culinary talents.
You'll learn to design your own advanced dishes and menus, manage work flow, staffing and supplies in a commercial kitchen. You'll also develop an understanding of sustainable practice and keep up with the latest cuisine trends.
The course consists of four areas that align to the overarching 'work experience' component.
Towards the end of the course, you'll use your newly found skills and apply them to an event where you'll lead a team as head chef.
If you’re employed in a culinary job, you can study towards the New Zealand Diploma in Cookery qualification while you work. To apply for this option choose ‘Apply’ then ‘Apply for work and study‘ or for more information email [[email protected]](/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#6b2919120405452f041919020a052b1f0402040304060a02450a08450511).
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
New Zealand Diploma in Culinary Practice (Level 5)
Entry criteria
You must:
- hold the New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4) or an equivalent qualification as approved by relevant department staff, OR
- be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills in culinary arts to the relevant department staff.
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