Steve Thorpe

Master culinary skills and prepare for assessment with the book which professional chefs have relied on for over 50 years to match the qualification and support their training and careers. With 460 recipes covering both classic dishes and the latest methods used in real, Michelin-starred kitchens, this book is structured exactly around the units and requirements of the Level 2 Professional Cookery Diploma (VRQ) to make perfecting culinary techniques, meeting the qualification requirements and preparing for assessments easier than ever before.- Break down key techniques with 50 step-by-step photo sequences- Hone your presentation skills with photos of each recipe- Test your understanding with questions at the end of each unit- Prepare for assignments, written tests and synoptic assessments with the new assessment section- Access professional demonstration videos with links throughout the book

Trust Practical Cookery: the classic recipe and reference book used to train professional chefs for over 50 years. This 14th edition of Practical Cookery is the must-have resource for every aspiring chef. It will help develop the culinary knowledge, understanding, skills and behaviours in the new Commis Chef (Level 2) apprenticeship standards and prepare apprentices and work-based learners for end-point assessment. It also supports those on NVQ programmes in Professional Cookery or Food Production and Cooking. · Covers the latest preparation, cooking and finishing techniques, as well as the classics every chef should master with over 500 reliable recipes and 1,000 photographs. · Provides clear illustration of how dishes should look with close-up finished shots for every recipe, and clear step-by-step sequences to master techniques.· Ensures learners are fully up to date, with new content on the latest technology within the hospitality sector, up-to-date safe and hygienic working requirements, and new content on costing and yield control.· Helps assess knowledge and understanding with a new 'Know it' feature that will support preparation for professional discussions or knowledge tests.· Allows students to showcase the practical skills required for assessment with new 'Show it' activities.· Encourages apprentices to think about how they have demonstrated professional behaviours with new reflective 'Live it' activities.

Tailored to the new Level 2 Technical Certificate in Professional Cookery qualification, and covering every aspect of study and assessment, this textbook will ensure your students develop a sound understanding of the core knowledge and skills demanded by the new specification.- Prepares students for both the practical synoptic assignment and the external written exam with practice questions and highly illustrated step-by-step breakdowns of key techniques- Includes classic dishes as well as the latest methods used in real Michelin-starred kitchens- Fully up-to-date information on health and safety practice and nutritional data- Includes professional tips on preparation and presentationIncludes creative ways to vary dishes, including cheaper alternatives to more expensive ingredients

Master culinary skills and prepare for assessment with the book which professional chefs have relied on for over 50 years to match the qualification and support their training and careers. With 460 recipes covering both classic dishes and the latest methods used in real, Michelin-starred kitchens, this book is structured exactly around the units and requirements of the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Professional Cookery to make perfecting culinary techniques, meeting the qualification requirements and preparing for assessments easier than ever before. This edition is published in partnership with City & Guilds, further enhancing the book's reputation as the gold standard in the Hospitality and Catering industry.- Break down key techniques with 50 step-by-step photo sequences- Hone your presentation skills with photos of each recipe- Test your understanding with questions at the end of each unit- Prepare for assignments, written tests and synoptic assessments with the new assessment section- Access professional demonstration videos with links throughout the book

Become an expert chef with this textbook which covers all the advanced preparation, cooking and finishing techniques you need to succeed in the professional kitchen. Part of the bestselling Practical Cookery series and matched to the NVQ and VRQ Diplomas, this new edition has been fully updated to include recipes that incorporate modern culinary trends and up-to-date techniques. It contains all of the underpinning knowledge you need for whichever Level 3 course you are completing. In addition, catering colleges from across the UK have contributed regional recipes which will be of interest to Level 3 and master chefs alike.- Put your knowledge into practice with 400 specially selected, easy-to-follow recipes complete with colourful photographs - Master important skills with dozens of step-by-step sequences which guide you through advanced techniques- Get hints, information and valuable advice on working in a professional kitchen from real chefs- Test yourself with questions at the end of each chapter and refine your reflection technique with special sections on identifying results and conducting independent research- Access industry-standard videos on your smartphone, tablet or computer with QR codes embedded in the text