About Vaughan's Kitchen Level 2 Culinary Skills Award

Coronavirus Update

In view of the government requirement for all schools, cafes, restaurants, pub and leisure facilities to close in order to help limit the spread of the corona virus, all of our classes are suspended until further notice. At this point we anticipate that will be the end of June.
Anyone who has booked and paid for sessions during this period will be contacted individually and we will discuss options for rescheduling or a credit voucher. We are currently working on getting as much of the Autumn/Winter programme on the website - and for early 2021.
Our premises are now closed but the staff team can still be contacted by phone or email between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday so, if you have any concerns or questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We also will be very happy to process bookings for future sessions or for vouchers, which will now have an 18 month ‘shelf life’.

Please check our website for any updates and our social media platforms, where we will remain active and keep you entertained!

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Our Level 2 Culinary Skills Award gives you a thorough grounding in the 'basics' including all aspects of good kitchen practice and will help further a career in any aspect of the food business or give a 'shine' to your cooking skills at home and increase your confidence in the kitchen from whatever level you start. Professional Culinary Skills chef course at Vaughan's Cookery School

"Peter's excellent at engaging with students and his knowledge of ingredients, their source and history are remarkable. We regularly have some of Peter's staff here at Lucknam Park and it is evident from their attitude and abilities that they are receiving training of the highest calibre." Hywel Jones, Executive Chef Lucknam Park Hotel and Spa

Taught by Catering Professionals

Peter Vaughan, an award winning chef and member of the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts, heads the team. He has worked in a variety of fine dining restaurants and has his own event catering business, as well as the cookery school. Peter is known for his infectiously enthusiastic teaching style that always leaves you inspired.

The course curriculum is set by the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality (CTH) and taught by experts from the Vaughan's Cookery School team, with the special Vaughan's Kitchen 'twists' thrown in that help develop culinary creativity, as well as competence.

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What will I learn?

The course will teach you how to prepare, cook and finish:

Meat, poultry and fish
Vegetables
Soups
Cakes, pastries, biscuits and breads
Special dietary requirements
'Naturally balanced' dishes that maximise nutrition without compromising on taste
Our CTH professional course also covers all aspects of food safety and good kitchen practices, and you will also complete the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH) Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering.
Students are taught in small groups (maximum 10) and receive a practical, hands-on experience.

"The course opened up a whole new learning experience around food which was thoroughly enjoyabe, constructive and practical. It fired my imagination...Potentially life changing."

What work can I expect to do with a CTH Culinary Skills Award?

Typical ways in which this qualification may be used...

Running your own catering business: cafe; restaurant; street food; office catering
Private chef
Junior chef in professional kitchen
For your own personal satisfaction and improvement
Chalet chef
Holiday villa chef
Yacht chef

If you require accommodation please get in touch. Email school@vaughanskitchen.co.uk or phone 01380 530203

Vaughan's Cookery School is the only teaching centre in Wiltshire approved by the Confederation of Tourism and Hospitality and one of just seven delivering their culinary skills awards in the whole of the UK! It also offers best value.

Work Experience

Vaughan's Kitchen can offer a range of work experience in its highly acclaimed Vaughan's Kitchen event catering team, either in the production kitchen or at an event (or both).

Download our Culinary Skills Level 2 Leaflet

Email school@vaughanskitchen.co.uk or phone 01380 5300203 for more information.

"I came away from the day feeling inspired and ready to reproduce the dishes at home. I recommend the classes to anyone and will definitely be going back." | Gillian L, Ramsbury

"The class was great for both complete beginners and the more experienced cook. Our large group had a mixture of both and we all thoroughly enjoyed it!" | AmiCorp delegate

"Fantastic, delicious, imaginative, creative, unforgettable . . . We cannot thank you enough." Chloe Mortimer–A'Bear, Wedding Reception, Cleeve House

Fantastic, delicious, imaginative, creative, unforgettable . . . We cannot thank you enough. | Chloe Mortimer-A'Bear

"I should like to add my warmest thanks to you and your staff for all you did to make our wedding reception so wonderful" Parents of the groom David and Janice (Reid)

"After going to numerous weddings where we were underwhelmed by the food, we wanted something a little bit different and unique and you certainly delivered!.Wedding reception, Hollie Morris

"It was remarkable that it was all achieved for so many with such grace, charm and gastronomic good taste. Everything was absolutely delicious". Mrs Reid, Wedding Breakfast, The Wardrobe, Salisbury

"It was one of the best demonstrations to date." Jeremy Wands, Diploma student, Leith's School of Food & Wine

"Peter's enthusiasm was infectious and the food way exceeded our (already high) expectations." Wedding, Katy D

"We have to say that you all completely exceeded our expectations and we truly feel our wedding wouldn’t have been as good had you not been there. We still have dreams about the corn fed chicken! Out of this world!" Wedding reception, Hollie & Gavin

"So many of our guests have said how much they LOVED Peter, the way you and the team interacted with the guests and described the food when serving was a real highlight" Gavin, Wedding reception

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We also offer Professional Courses under the Building Bridges programme which supports people across Swindon and Wiltshire who are facing significant challenges in being able to develop their skills, access education or move towards the world of work.

Coronavirus Update

Please check our website for any updates and our social media platforms, where we will remain active and keep you entertained!

CONTACT THE COOKERY SCHOOL (PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER)

CONTACT THE EVENTS TEAM (PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER)

Professional Courses in Culinary Skills