Pro Chef Diploma at Giggles Culinary School

Advanced Programme

Pro Chef
Diploma

13 Months Advanced ₦3,450,000 Internship + Externship

Programme Overview

A Complete Culinary Education

The Pro Chef Diploma is our most comprehensive culinary programme, designed for those who are serious about pursuing a professional career in the culinary arts. Over 13 intensive months, you will master classical and contemporary techniques, explore world cuisines, and develop the business acumen needed to thrive in the industry.

This advanced programme culminates in both an internship and externship placement, giving you real-world experience in professional kitchens before you graduate. From knife skills to molecular gastronomy, from food photography to culinary management, this is the complete package.

Foundation Modules

  • Introduction into Culinary — Terms, Kitchen Hierarchy, Tools & Equipment, Cooking Methods
  • HACCP — Food Hazards, Kitchen Hazards, Kitchen Hygiene
  • Food Costing
  • Stock Making & Sauce Making — Five Mother Sauces
  • Flavour Profile

Full Curriculum

13 Months of Mastery

Module 1

Hands-On Practicals

  • Knife Skills & Stock Making
  • Mother Sauces
  • Continental Soups (Recipe Development)
  • Egg Cookery & Breakfast Class
  • Salad & Salad Dressings (Continental Salads, Recipe Development)
  • Street Food (Elective)
Module 2

World Cuisines

  • Canapés (Recipe Development)
  • Asian Cuisine
  • Italian Cuisine
  • French Cuisine
Module 3

Core Specializations

  • Bakes & Pastry
  • African Cuisine (Elective)
  • Mixology (Elective)
Module 4

Creative & Media

  • Sugarcraft
  • Food Photography
  • Videography (Elective)
Module 5

Advanced Techniques

  • Grill & BBQ / Pitmaster (Advanced)
  • Creole Cuisine & Lifestyle (Recipe Development)
Module 6

Business & Management

  • Business Culinary Management
  • Mediterranean Cuisine (Recipe Development)
  • Food Fusion
  • Plating & Presentation
  • Fromage
Module 7

Mastery

  • Farm to Table
  • Molecular Gastronomy
  • French Pastry
  • Artisan Bread Course
  • Dessert (Advanced)
  • Field Focus (Area of Specialisation)

Evaluation

Assessments & Examinations

1

Assessment 1

After Hands-On Practicals module

2

Assessment 2

After World Cuisines module

3

Assessment 3

After Advanced Techniques & Excursion

4

Assessment 4

After Business & Management module

Mid-Session Examination

Restaurant Exercise — a practical examination simulating real restaurant service, followed by a mid-session break.

Final Examinations

Comprehensive final exams covering all modules, followed by Internship and Externship placements.

Key Differentiator

Real-World Experience

Internship & Externship

What sets the Pro Chef Diploma apart is the inclusion of both an internship and externship component. These placements are designed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional practice.

You will work alongside experienced chefs in real kitchens, applying everything you have learned throughout the programme in live, high-pressure environments. This hands-on experience is invaluable for building confidence, refining your skills, and making industry connections.

Culinary internship experience

13

Months

7+

Modules

Begin Your Journey

Ready to Become a
Pro Chef?

Take the first step toward your culinary career. The Pro Chef Diploma is our most comprehensive programme, designed to transform passionate cooks into industry professionals.