Cook training in Abidjan: cooking school in Côte d’Ivoire

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Core techniques, Ivorian and international cuisine, pastry, hygiene and running a kitchen brigade. A hands-on course, led by working professionals, so you are ready from your very first job.

Why take this course in Abidjan?

Looking for a cooking school in Abidjan? Our cook training combines professional kitchen techniques, Ivorian and African cuisine, international cuisine and pastry. You learn in the kitchen, supervised by chefs, following the HACCP hygiene rules required by restaurants, hotels and caterers.

What you will be able to do

Prepare ingredients: knife skills, cutting, cooking methods
Cook the dishes on the menu following the recipe sheets
Plate dishes with care
Respect hygiene and the cold chain
Work as part of a kitchen brigade

The programme

Food hygiene and safetyHACCP standards, cold chain, cleaning plan.
Core techniquesVegetable cuts, stocks, sauces and cooking methods.
Ivorian and African cuisineGarba, kedjenou, palm nut sauce and attiéké, revisited.
International cuisineFrench, Mediterranean and Asian classics.
PastryBasic doughs, creams and plated desserts.
Running the brigadeMise en place, recipe sheets and food cost.

A typical day

8:00Receiving and checking deliveries
9:00Mise en place: vegetables, sauces, stocks
11:30Briefing with the chef
12:00Lunch rush
15:00Cleaning the station and preparing for the evening

Your career path

After the courseCommis chef
With experienceChef de partie
NextSous-chef
EventuallyHead chef

The qualities that count

Passion for flavourOrganisationSpeedResistance to stressCreativity

Where can you work?

RestaurantsHotelsCaterersYour own restaurant

Frequently asked questions about the cook course

Who is the “Cook” course in Abidjan for?

Level required: Beginner. The course is open to candidates from Abidjan, from all over Côte d’Ivoire and from West African countries. Candidates under 18 enrol with the consent of a parent or guardian.

What jobs can I do after the “Cook” course?

After the course, you can start as a commis chef, then move up to chef de partie, sous-chef and head chef. You can work in: restaurants, hotels, caterers or your own restaurant.

Does the “Cook” course lead to a certification?

Yes. It leads to a dual international certification (Côte d’Ivoire and Australia) and ends with a guaranteed 6-month internship in the finest hotels.

Where does the course take place?

At the EchoResta school, Angré Star 14, Cocody (Abidjan), Monday to Friday between 8 am and 5 pm. Classes combine theory, practical workshops and on-the-job immersion, supervised by industry professionals.

How do I enrol in the “Cook” course?

Fill in the online enrolment form, then prepare your file: 2 recent passport photos, 1 copy of your ID document and 1 CV. You can also book an appointment or call us on +225 07 68 84 20 38.

Cook training in Abidjan