WSQ Diploma in Food Services
(Culinary Arts), Part-Time
Mode of Study:
Part-time
Duration:
9 months
Available Intakes:
March 2023
July 2023
November 2023
Practical training and assessment involve use of eggs and meat-based ingredients.
Kindly declare dietary restrictions (if any) at the point of application.
Overview
Elevated Industry Learning
Ground-Up Leadership Training
Gain fundamental knowledge and competencies in Asian and Western cooking
Maximise Your Interests
Gain a sound knowledge of the F&B sector, with niche skills in culinary and management
SHATEC Institutes Pte Ltd (UEN: 198301550C) is an appointed CET Centre by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) for courses supported by SkillsFuture Credits (SFC) and/or SkillsFuture Funding. The part-time WSQ Diploma in Food Services (Culinary Arts) (TGS-2022015286) is a standalone qualification.
The funding support period for the WSQ Diploma in Food Services (Culinary Arts) is 1 June 2022 to 31 May 2025.
Available Intakes
Intake |
Commencement Date |
Completion Date |
Course Schedule |
March |
9 March 2023 |
30 November 2023 |
Runs every Thursday 9am – 6pm |
July |
4 July 2023 |
23 April 2024 |
Runs every Tuesday 9am – 6pm |
July |
8 July 2023 |
4 May 2024 |
Runs every Saturday 9am – 6pm |
November |
1 November 2023 |
28 August 2024 |
Runs every Wednesday 9am – 6pm |
Admission Requirements
1
2
Minimum 1-year experience in the Food Services (Culinary Arts) industry
(Interview may apply for applicants who do not meet equivalent academic qualifications or expected duration in workplace experience.)
International applicant must have a valid work pass through the entire course.
3
At least one of the following proficiency levels in English:
- Pass in GCE ‘N’ Level English
- Band 5.0 in IELTS
- Minimum score of 61 points (internet-based total) in TOEFL
- Pass in SHATEC English Test
- Pass in SHATEC Certificate in Basic and Hospitality English / SHATEC Certificate in Hospitality English
OR
A pass in any preceding WSQ Certificate level(s) will also be recognised as fulfilment of English proficiency requirements.
Programme Outline
Programme Competencies
- Prepare complex Asian cuisine dishes using a combination of cooking techniques with fine-plated presentations
- Apply food science principles in daily food preparation to enhance customer’s food consumption experience
- Manage high-volume kitchen production activities and identify opportunities for productivity measurement and improvement in production processes
- Implement and monitor stocktaking procedures, interpret inventory information, investigate and document missing or damaged stocks in accordance to organisational stock control procedure
- Facilitate the development of food production processes and initiatives that reduce waste and environmental impact, and conserve energy
- Identify latest industrial developments and regulatory framework applicable to organisation
Certification
Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded a
Diploma in Food Services (Culinary Arts) by SkillsFuture Singapore.
Programme Fees

Chef Steven Lim"I had the experience but not the qualification to prove my skills.
This is where the SHATEC diploma comes in as the best professional certification, as a complement to my continuing career journey!”
Head Chef, KPO Café and Bar
Diploma in Culinary Skills (Part-Time)
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