Cookability C.I.C.

Cookability continues to pursue its aim of teaching practical cooking and food-related knowledge and skills to support the health and wellbeing of vulnerable people in society. Our goal for the 2024 period continues to be to help vulnerable individuals in London sustain their physical, mental and social wellbeing by teaching practical life skills to help sustain them through periods of both searching for employment and launching new careers in the hospitality sector. During the financial year 2024, Cookability's activities have benefitted the community in the following ways: 3 cohorts, representing 42 students aiming to start careers in hospitality received intensive knowledge and skills-based training in cooking and food related subjects, including: - Economising and cooking on a budget - Communication and collaborative skills required in a professional kitchen - Knife skills and essential cooking techniques - Level 1 Food Safety and Hygiene - Introduction to food allergens - Menu design for hospitality events - Hands-on design and delivery of of a Skills Showcase event for Hotel School partners - Small-step approach to eating well and adopting individual healthy living habits