Question 1

What is the difference between the Diploma, Certificate or Award?

Accepted Answer

The Diploma is a level 4 qualification (gold, 16 weeks). The Certificate is a Level 3 qualification (silver, 8 weeks). The Award is a level 2 qualification (bronze, 3 weeks).

Question 2

Do I need prior experience to enrol?

Accepted Answer

No prior experience is needed to begin this course. The syllabus is progressive and includes induction, foundation elements and one-to-one coaching.

Question 3

Can I do my training in stages or modules?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Modules such as Foundation, Intermediate, and Advanced Skills can be taken at any time. It is possible to approach the in-person training in smaller blocks by spreading the training out if you require flexibility with timings. Please contact us and we will be happy to help!

Question 4

Is it recommended for those who don't want to be chefs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely! Our cohorts normally include a roughly equal distribution of enthusiasts, aspiring chefs and existing culinary professionals.

Question 5

What is the typical age of your students?

Accepted Answer

We have a wide range of ages and backgrounds on our courses. We generally have students in each decade: 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s.

Question 6

Is a student loan or financing available to me?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is. You can start an application with Kandoo to apply for course finance from 1 to 7 years.

Question 7

Do you offer bursaries and scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we offer a handful of bursaries each year to UK nationals who can prove their inability to afford tuition fees. Scholarships are forged with hospitality employers who can subsidise fees in order to retain employment of students once graduated.

Question 8

What are my job prospects at the end?

Accepted Answer

Our graduates enjoy excellent career prospects. Previous alumni includes agency chefs, chalet chefs, head chefs, yacht chefs, foodpreneurs and more.

Question 9

What equipment do I need?

Accepted Answer

Uniforms are included in your fees. Kitchen stations are fully equipped. Enrollees are required to purchase a set of professionally recommended WhitePepper chef knives ahead of their first day.

Question 10

Do you accept international students?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our training programmes have been a popular choice for international students for over a decade, resulting in a global intake of students.

Question 11

Can you help me find student accommodation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we will be happy to help you. We work with a number of accommodation providers and can help you find comfortable, local accommodation at preferential rates.

Question 12

Can I work at the same time as training?

Accepted Answer

Yes, many students manage part-time work. However, as the program is intensive, we recommend keeping outside work to a manageable minimum.

Question 13

Why should I choose you over other culinary schools?

Accepted Answer

WhitePepper is a first-class training centre with an international reputation and an excellent success rate for graduating talented food professionals.

Question 14

What are the payment terms?

Accepted Answer

You can secure your place with a non-refundable deposit. Balances are due 10 weeks before your course starts. Student finance is available through Kandoo.

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