Train & Get Certified Through Hands-On Physical Classes
Learn directly from experienced chefs in a real kitchen environment through practical sessions, live demonstrations and guided culinary training at our campus.
Practical Hands-On Training
Campus
iKooK Approved Certification
Direct Pathway to Private Chef Opportunities
Your Pathway to a Private Chef Career
Choose the programme that matches your goals. All programmes are in-person at our Lagos campus and lead to iKooK platform opportunities.
Programme Overview
An intensive four-week practical programme exploring international cuisines and professional cooking techniques. Students develop practical skills in food preparation, flavour, presentation, kitchen organisation and menu execution across a range of global cuisines.
- 12 hands-on practical classes
- International cuisine techniques
- Ingredients for scheduled classes
- iKooK Culinary Student apron
- Recipe & technique workbook
- Practical assessment & instructor feedback
- Certificate of Completion
12 Practical Classes Included
Certification Certificate of Completion
Programme Overview
A comprehensive professional culinary programme combining strong culinary foundations, continental cuisine, pastry fundamentals and restaurant operations. Designed to prepare students with the practical skills, discipline and professional standards required to begin a career in the culinary industry.
- All 3-month foundation content included
- French, Italian & Mediterranean cuisine
- Pastry & dessert fundamentals
- Menu engineering & dietary management
- Diploma in Professional Culinary Arts
- Restaurant operations & professional service
- Eligible to apply for iKooK Verified Chef Assessment
Chef Jacket Included
iKooK Verified Chef Assessment Eligible to Apply
Programme Overview
Our most advanced professional culinary programme, combining comprehensive culinary training, advanced private chef skills, the business of private cheffing, internship and externship experience. Graduates who successfully complete the programme may progress to the iKooK Verified Chef Assessment for consideration for marketplace opportunities.
- All 6-month diploma content included
- Advanced fine dining techniques
- Multi-course menu development
- Private chef business & residential operations
- Internship & externship experience
- Eligibility for iKooK Verified Chef Assessment
- Professional portfolio development
Graduation Ceremony
Verified Chef Assessment | Eligible to Apply Listing
Programme Overview
Core cooking skills, Nigerian cuisine mastery and basic continental techniques. The essential foundation for anyone beginning a professional chef career.
- Nigerian soups, stews & rice dishes
- Basic continental cooking techniques
- Knife skills, kitchen safety & hygiene
- Client service & professional conduct
- Certificate in Culinary Foundations
Student Apron & Chef Cap Included
iKooK Marketplace Assessment Eligible to Apply
In-personAll Levels₦45,000
Master the foundational knife skills used in every professional kitchen — from knife selection and classic French cuts to fish filleting. LCB-standard curriculum, iKooK chef instruction.
In-personLagos₦35,000
Practical catering for events, corporate clients and private functions. Covers food preparation at scale, event logistics and professional presentation.
Online5–6 hours₦7,000
8 modules covering hazards, kitchen equipment safety, manual handling, fire safety, COSHH and legal H&S responsibilities for all kitchen and catering staff.
Online2–3 hours₦5,000
Principles and procedures for effective cleaning and disinfection in food environments — cleaning schedules, chemical safety and monitoring standards.
Online4–5 hours₦7,500
8 modules covering essential nutrients, food labelling, how cooking affects nutrition and how to plan balanced meals for clients with diverse dietary needs.
Online2–3 hours₦6,000
Identify, investigate and permanently resolve food safety incidents using structured RCA techniques — the 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams and corrective action planning.
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Your Journey to Becoming an iKooK Private Chef
All our programmes lead to the iKooK platform, connecting you to clients who value professional private chefs.
We'll help you choose the right one.
Book a free 15-minute call with our admissions team and we’ll match you to the perfect programme for your goals and experience.
Disclaimer: iKooK Culinary Academy independently designs and delivers its programmes to equip learners with practical culinary knowledge, professional kitchen skills, and industry-relevant experience. Programme content, learning outcomes, and assessments are developed by iKooK Culinary Academy to support student growth and career readiness within the culinary and hospitality industry.