Bakers and Flour Confectioners
Up to £30,656 /year
Bakers and flour confectioners prepare and bake dough, pastry and cake mixtures and make and finish flour confectionary products by hand.
Admissions
Entry Requirements
What You'll Need
- Level 2 Certificate/Diploma in Patisserie and Confectionary or professional cookery or significant industry experience in Patisserie/bakery or confectionary.
- PLUS GCSE English or Maths at Grade 4 or above
- Ideally students need to be proficient in digital skills.
If you still need grade 4 in GCSE Maths or English, support continues at Level 3. It's built in.
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What You'll Learn
This level will suit learners wishing to develop more advanced technical skills in patisserie and confectionery.
There is one qualification to choose from at this level:
- Diploma in Professional Patisserie and Confectionery
In order to earn these qualifications, you must complete all units including:
- Food Safety Supervision
- Supervisory Skills in the Hospitality Industry
- Exploring Gastronomy
- Advanced Skills and Techniques in Producing
- Dough and Batter Products
- Petit Fours
- Paste Products
- Hot, Cold and Frozen Desserts
- Biscuits Cakes and Sponges
- Display Pieces and Decorative Items
Including a practical synoptic exam at the end of the course.
A full list of units is available from the City & Guilds website to download.
Patisserie Skills
- Food Safety Supervision
- Supervisory Skills in the Hospitality Industry
- Exploring Gastronomy
- Advanced Skills and Techniques in Producing
- Dough and Batter Products
- Petit Fours
- Paste Products
- Hot, Cold and Frozen Desserts
- Biscuits Cakes and Sponges
- Display Pieces and Decorative Items
Professional Development
- Supervisory skills and resource management
- Menu planning and food costing
- Food safety supervision
- Assignment-based research and analysis
- Synoptic practical examination
How You're Assessed
Assessment Methods
Coursework
Written assignments, research projects, and case studies that let you explore topics in depth.
Practical Assessment
Hands-on tasks and practical demonstrations in realistic working environments.
Exams
Formal examinations to test your knowledge and understanding under timed conditions.
Portfolio
Build a portfolio of evidence showcasing your skills and achievements throughout the course.
Career Destinations
Where This Course Takes You
Chefs
Up to £38,983 /year
Chefs plan menus and prepare, or oversee the preparation of food in hotels, restaurants, clubs, private households and other establishments.
Your Progression Pathway
- Level 2 or Work Experience
- Level 3 Level 3 Diploma Professional Patisserie and Confectionery CG
- Further study or employment
Life on the Course
See What It's Really Like
Our Facilities
Competition-Level Kitchens, Real Industry Standards
Our kitchens have hosted WorldSkills UK Culinary Arts training camps. Former students have gone from these workstations to The Savoy. The equipment, the standards, and the expectations match what you'll find in the best kitchens in the country.
Specialist Patisserie Kitchen
Temperature-controlled environments, specialist equipment for chocolate, sugar work, and bread production
Waterfront Restaurant
Where your desserts and patisserie are served to real customers at themed nights and dessert clubs
Competition Prep Space
The same space used for WorldSkills UK training — national competition standards built into your daily training
WorldSkills Training Venue
Student Voice
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I gained skills, confidence, and insight into professional kitchens. I enjoyed teamwork in the dessert club, and now I plan to start my own bakery after studying at Doncaster College.
For Parents & Carers
Supporting Your Child's Journey
Real Career Prospects
These qualifications lead to real jobs. Our courses are built around the skills that employers are actually hiring for — locally and nationally.
See career optionsTutors With Real Experience
Our tutors bring real industry experience into the classroom. They teach what's actually used in the workplace, and students consistently say this is what makes the course work.
Our facilitiesFinancial Support Available
Bursaries are available, and free meals are provided for those who qualify. If cost is a concern, there's help — and it's straightforward to apply.
Financial support infoQualifications That Count
These are nationally recognised qualifications with real academic weight. Your child will develop practical skills and knowledge that employers and universities genuinely value.
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Quick Reference Guide
Level
Level 3
Duration
1 Year
Study Mode
Full-Time
Awarding Body
City & Guilds
Entry
Level 2 in Catering or industry experience
Assessment
Coursework + Practical Assessment + Exams + Portfolio
Progression Routes
Route A: Level 3 Patisserie → Employment as pastry chef, food developer, bakery manager
Ready to Specialise in Patisserie?
Applications for September 2026 are open. Apply online in 10 minutes.
Questions? Call free 0800 358 7575 or email dcinfocentre@don.ac.uk