Cookery Te Tunu Kai
Take your first steps towards becoming a professional chef in a region renowned for its food and artisan producers.
It’s an exciting time to be at the forefront of the local food scene and be a part of building the future industry in Te Tauihu, Top of the South. Learn from our experienced tutors who have worked in many diverse roles, gaining culinary knowledge from all over the world, to deliver you the most up-to-date industry skills and knowledge.
The programme is designed to be immersive, realistic, and fun, with the sole purpose of preparing you for real work in the real world. You’ll benefit from NMIT’s strong relationships with local businesses and hospitality experts - from restaurants and cafes to global food producers and world-class chefs.
Many of our students are offered part-time work while studying, and our graduates have an excellent reputation in the hospitality industry.
The Nelson region has many artisan producers and is known for its seafood, fresh produce, craft beer, cider and wine, so you’ll be working with some of the finest local ingredients and learning from the industry leaders who make them.
