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 Lagos campus in Yaba.
Yaba, Lagos Campus
Practical Hands-On
Training
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.
Certificate in
Culinary Foundations
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
- iKooK Approved badge on completion
Career Outcomes
Training 👨🍳Apron & Chef Cap
Included 📜iKooK Platform
Eligibility
Diploma in
Professional
Culinary Arts
Foundation content plus continental mastery, pastry fundamentals and restaurant school. The complete toolkit for a professional private chef career.
- All 3-month content included
- French, Italian & Mediterranean cuisine
- Pastry & dessert fundamentals
- Menu engineering & dietary management
- iKooK Approved badge on completion
Career Outcomes
Training 👔Chef Jacket
Included 🚀Priority Platform
Consideration
Advanced Diploma –
Professional Chef
Certification
The highest qualification from iKooK Academy. Advanced culinary mastery, business, internship, externship and guaranteed platform placement.
- All 6-month content included
- Advanced fine dining techniques
- Multi-course menu construction
- Private chef business operations
- Internship & externship experience
- Guaranteed iKooK platform listing
- 90-day profile boost
Career Outcomes
Training 🎓Graduation
Ceremony 💼Guaranteed Platform
Listing
| FEATURES | 3-MONTH CERTIFICATE | 6-MONTH DIPLOMA | 9-MONTH ADVANCED DIPLOMA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Months | 6 Months | 9 Months |
| Training Hours | 144 Hours | 288 Hours | 432 Hours |
| Instalments | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chef Jacket | ✕ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Internship | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Externship | ✕ | ✕ | ✓ |
| Platform Listing | Eligible | Priority Consideration | Guaranteed |
| Profile Boost | ✕ | ✕ | 90-Day Boost |
| Best For | Complete Beginners | Career Starters & Changers | Serious Professionals |
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.
Get Booked.
Your culinary journey starts here.
Learn from anywhere at your own pace through our flexible online culinary programmes designed for aspiring chefs and food professionals. Access lessons on any device, complete your assessments online and receive your digital certification upon completion.
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