Certify your chef knife skills and learn how to prepare food safely and quickly using professional knife training techniques. Boost your culinary skills with this chef knife skills training course. This course is designed for anyone who would like to improve their knife skills in the kitchen, be it a home or in a professional kitchen. Alongside experienced chefs at the International Culinary Studio, you’ll learn everything you need to know about effective and safe knife cutting when cooking.
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Study the different types of knives and how to use them
Knives are considered one of the most important tools for the chef in the kitchen, and chefs typically have a range of knives in their tool kit, each with a specific use.
On this course, you’ll learn about different types of knives and how to select a knife that is suitable to your needs.
You’ll also learn about knife maintenance, getting professional tips for caring for, washing, sharpening and correctly storing your knives and cutting equipment.
Learn the best knife cutting techniques to prevent injury
Using a knife incorrectly can result in serious injury. You’ll learn various safe knife cutting techniques that will ensure you can prepare food safely and effectively.
As well as building safe but fast knife skills, you’ll learn about age restrictions on certain cutting equipment and how to handle and carry knives correctly.
What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Identify the different types of knives and cutting equipment and uses
- Explain the importance of correct and safe use of knives and cutting equipment
- Describe the different ways to clean, maintain and store knives and cutting equipment
- Identify relevant age restrictions specific to the use of cutting equipment.
- Demonstrate the ability to make use of various cutting techniques.
