Summary

Unleash your creativity and learn the craft of exquisite desserts! Get hands-on with expert guidance, sharpen your techniques and bring your pastry skills to the next level.

This course takes a minimum of 18 months to complete.

What is Pastry Chef Apprenticeship?

Immerse yourself in practical, hands-on learning with award-winning local masterclasses and workshops led by dedicated, passionate craft trainers. Develop essential skills to shape the future of the industry, focusing on key topics like reducing food waste, promoting sustainability, streamlining kitchen operations and expert menu planning. Plus, gain all the knowledge and techniques you need to unlock your full potential as a pastry chef!

Entry

Employers will set their own entry requirements in order to start this apprenticeship.

Duration

18 months + EPA

Progression

Individuals that successfully achieve the Pastry Chef Apprenticeship will be ready to progress onto a higher level position, apprenticeship or further training.

Cost / Funding

Levy Payers £11,000

Non-Levy Payers £540

Level

Level 3

Functional skills

To complete the apprenticeship the apprentice must pass level 2 English and maths (or have the appropriate exemption certificate) before undertaking their end point assessment.

End assessment

The End Point Assessment (EPA) for the Senior Production Chef Apprenticeship includes:

Multiple choice test
Practical Observation
Professional discussion.

Full information on the course and EPA requirements can be found here

Professional support

Every apprentice is assigned a personal HIT Training Vocational Trainer who will meet with the apprentice face-to-face and online throughout the programme.