NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5) – Pâtisserie strand
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.
The Pâtisserie strand includes advanced pâtisserie techniques, complex confections, cakes, pastries, breads, plated desserts, decorative chocolate and sugar work.
Employment can follow in fine dining restaurants, cafés, bakeries and specialized pâtisserie establishments.
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 | Te P?kenga 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:
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First Year: NZ Certificate in Cookery and/or NZ Certificate in Baking (Generalist) (Level 4)
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Second Year: NZ Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5) – Pâtisserie strand