CITY AND GUILDS CERTIFIED | 14+ YEARS | DELHI PREMIER CHEF ACADEMY
Become a Professional Chef with a City and Guilds Diploma in Culinary Arts
A 12-month internationally accredited programme open to students after 10th standard. Train in a professional kitchen, work in real hotels, and earn a globally recognised diploma.
City and Guilds
International Diploma
6 Months
Practical Training
4 Months
Hotel Kitchen Training
200+
Dishes Covered
14+ Years
Trusted Academy
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
What Is the Diploma in Culinary Arts Level 2?
The Diploma in Culinary Arts Level 2 is a professional chef training programme aligned with the City and Guilds international curriculum – the same standard used by leading culinary institutions across the UK and worldwide. This is not a basic cooking class. It is a structured career-focused qualification that takes you from foundational kitchen skills through to advanced professional techniques, live hotel kitchen experience, and a globally recognised diploma examination.
Eligibility: Passed 10th Standard, any board, any stream. No prior cooking experience needed.
City and Guilds is a UK-based international awarding body recognised in over 70 countries, opening doors in India top hotels and international hospitality careers.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
How Your 12 Months Are Structured
Three clear phases building on each other, taking you from beginner to qualified professional.
Practical Kitchen Training
01
Months 1 to 6
6 months · 200 plus dishes
Industrial Hotel Placement
02
Months 7 to 10
4 months · Real hotel kitchens
Exams and City and Guilds Diploma
03
Months 11 to 12
2 months · International diploma
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
A Curriculum Built for Real Kitchens
French Cuisine Foundations
Mother sauces, stocks, consommes and classical French techniques. The backbone of professional cooking worldwide.
International Cuisine
Italian, Spanish, Mediterranean and Asian. 200 plus dishes from the world great culinary traditions.
Protein Mastery
Chicken, mutton, fish and eggs. Grilled, braised, roasted and poached to professional hotel standard.
Restaurant Menu Dishes
Pasta, risotto, paella, chicken chasseur, stroganoff and fine dining plates from real hotel menus.
Bakery and Pastry
Cakes, muffins, cookies, custards, mousses and plated desserts, classic and contemporary.
Modern Techniques
Sous Vide, Molecular Gastronomy, Siphon Foams and Dehydration, used in Michelin-starred kitchens.
YOUR QUALIFICATION
Graduate with a City and Guilds International Diploma
Upon completing your 12-month programme you will sit the official City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Culinary Arts examination, both practical and written theory. This is not an in-house certificate. This is an internationally awarded diploma recognised in over 70 countries issued by City and Guilds UK.
5-star hotel chains in India and abroad
Airlines and international cruise ship operators
Immigration authorities in Canada, Australia and New Zealand
International culinary schools for advanced programme entry
The City and Guilds diploma signals to every employer that you have been trained to an international standard. Many of our graduates advance to Chef de Partie within 18 to 24 months.
City and Guilds UK · Recognised in 70+ Countries
ELIGIBILITY
Is This Programme Right for You?
This programme is for students who want a professional culinary career, not just a hobby cooking class. You are the right fit if:
You have passed your 10th Standard, any board, any stream
You want an internationally recognised diploma not just a certificate
You are passionate about food and serious about a culinary career
You want to work in 5-star hotels, restaurants or internationally
You want to explore PR pathways in Canada, Australia or New Zealand
No prior cooking experience required. We start from scratch.
CHEF MENTORS
Learn from Chefs Who Have Worked at the World Top Kitchens
Chef Nitin Pal Singh
Co-Founder and Head Chef
With experience across Dubai, London and Shanghai and 10 plus years as head chef at India Habitat Centre, Chef Nitin is a Pan-Asian specialist who brings genuine global kitchen experience into every class. His teaching is rooted in real-world professional kitchens, not theory alone.[br][br]
Dubai | London | Shanghai | 10+ Years at India Habitat Centre
Chef Manoj Pawar
Co-Founder and Culinary Director
With 19 plus years across multi-cuisine and bakery, Chef Manoj is one of Delhi most respected culinary educators. He served as jury member at the MasterChef India Delhi Auditions and has trained hundreds of students now working in India top hotels and abroad.[br][br]
MasterChef India Delhi Jury | 19+ Years | Multi-Cuisine Expert
AFTER YOU GRADUATE
Where Can a City and Guilds Diploma Take You?
Hotel Kitchen Roles
Commis Chef or Chef de Partie in 5-star properties including Taj, Marriott, ITC, Hyatt, Oberoi and Radisson.
Restaurants and Fine Dining
Work in speciality restaurants, cloud kitchens, catering operations and casual dining brands across India.
International Opportunities
Airlines, cruise ships and overseas hotel chains. Our City and Guilds diploma is recognised globally.
PR in Canada, Australia and New Zealand
Chef is a listed skilled occupation. Our graduates actively use this diploma for immigration pathways abroad.
Entrepreneurship
Start your own restaurant, cloud kitchen or catering business with a professional foundation.
Career Growth
Many of our graduates advance to Chef de Partie within 18 to 24 months of starting their career.
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Serious Students Choose Cook and Bake Academy
City and Guilds Certified
01
100 Percent Practical Training
02
Real Hotel Placements
03
World Class Mentors
04
Global Career Pathways
05
Open After 10th Standard
06
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What Our Graduates Say
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum qualification to enrol?
You need to have passed your 10th Standard from any recognised board, any stream. No prior cooking experience is required. We start from the fundamentals and build to professional level.
Do I receive a Cook and Bake certificate or a City and Guilds diploma?
You receive an official City and Guilds Diploma in Culinary Arts Level 2, awarded by City and Guilds UK upon passing your examinations. This is an internationally recognised qualification, not an in-house certificate.
How exactly is the 12 months structured?
6 months of practical classroom training with 200 plus dishes and 3 recipes per class, then 4 months of industrial training in real hotel kitchens, then 2 months of exam preparation and City and Guilds examinations including practical and written theory.
What happens during industrial training?
You are placed in a real hotel or restaurant kitchen as part of the team. You work across sections including hot kitchen, cold kitchen, bakery and banquets under professional chefs for 4 months. This is live kitchen experience, not a simulation.
What career can I expect after this diploma?
Graduates work as Commis Chefs and Chef de Partie in 5-star hotels, restaurants, airlines and cruise ships in India and internationally. Many advance to Chef de Partie within 18 to 24 months. The diploma also supports PR applications in Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
What is the course fee?
Please call us or fill in the enquiry form for a detailed fee structure and available instalment options. We provide education loan guidance where applicable and our team will walk you through all costs transparently.
When does the next batch start?
Please contact us for the current batch schedule. We maintain small batch sizes to ensure personalised attention so seats fill quickly. Enquire early to secure your place.
Is accommodation available?
Please contact us directly to discuss accommodation options and any logistical support you may need when moving to Delhi for the programme.
ADMISSIONS OPEN
Ready to Begin Your Culinary Career?
Seats are limited. We maintain small batches to ensure every student gets personalised attention from our expert chefs. Fill in the form and our team will contact you within 24 hours with the full fee structure, batch dates and answers to your questions.
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