Transform Your Career with ECA’s 100% Hands-On Professional Cooking Program in Just 8 Weeks

Train under Chef Zohaira Fathi (ECA and City & Guild certified, mentored by Chef Markus Iten) in Cairo’s premier 100% practical culinary program.

The ECA Basics of Professional Cooking is Egypt’s premier, fully practical culinary training. Unlike theory-heavy courses:

• Study theory at home – Dedicate 100% of class time to real kitchen practice
• Systematic, safety-focused training – Master professional techniques aligned with international food safety standards
• Recognized certification – Earn an ECA credential valued by hotels, restaurants, and catering operations.

Who Should Enroll?

This high-quality chef’s training program is ideal for:

• Aspiring chefs launching careers in 5-star hotels/resorts
• Career changers entering the food service industry
• Current cooks upgrading skills to international standards
• Food entrepreneurs building scalable production systems

“The ECA program’s hands-on approach helped me transition from the sales field to become a professional chef started at a prestigious restaurant immediately after the program, then moved to the hotel sector, and now I’m working overseas!”

– Mohamed El Naggar, Chef de Partie at the Central Kitchen of Epic Food Company in UAE.

Why This Program Stands Out

Course Details

Location: Nahdet Misr School for Applied Technology, 6th of October, Cairo
Duration: 16 days (2 days/week for 8 weeks)
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Start Date: (“28 March till 17 May 2026” is Fully Booked) Next Round in June 2026
Language: Arabic and study materials and recipes bilingual English & Arabic
Dress Code: Chef’s Jacket, Apron (will be provided by the ECA), Closed Black Shoes
Fee: LE 25,000

Limited to 12 Students! Reserve Your Spot Now

Certification

Upon successful completion of the full program, trainees will receive an accredited certificate from the Egyptian Chefs Association in Basics of Professional Cooking.

Note: A Certificate of Attendance is granted to participants who have completed the program but did not pass one of the two examination components (theoretical or practical), while a Certificate of Program Completion is awarded to those who have successfully passed both components of the examination (theoretical and practical).

Course Modules: Master Professional Cooking Techniques

• Basic kitchen procedures & organization
• Mastery of cutting skills
• Prepare, cook and finish food by baking, roasting, grilling and broiling
• Prepare, cook and finish foods by sautéing, pan-frying and deep frying
• Prepare, cook and finish foods by boiling, blanching, poaching and steaming
• Prepare, cook and finish food by braising and stewing
• Prepare, cook and finish stocks, sauces and soups
• Prepare, cook and finish poultry
• Prepare, cook and finish meat (veal, lamb and beef)
• Prepare, cook and finish fish and shellfish dishes
• Prepare, cook and finish starch products; pasta, rice, grains and potatoes
• Prepare, cook and finish vegetables, pulses & eggs
• Salads and salad dressings

Meet Your Instructor: Chef Zohaira Fathi

Chef Zohaira doesn’t just teach—she transforms how students approach professional cooking. As your guide in this program, she’ll:
✔ Break down techniques step-by-step with hands-on assessments.
✔ Tailor lessons to maximize your practical skills.
✔ Share real-world insights from Egypt’s top kitchens.

Her Journey:

• Trained under Chef Markus Iten at Cairo’s prestigious Culinary Training Center of Egypt, collaborating on high-profile events.
• Co-founded Egypt’s first Young Chefs Club (ECA) to nurture new talent.
• Industry Veteran: Worked with leading restaurants and food consultancies, mastering the balance of creativity and precision.

Teaching Philosophy:

“Teaching isn’t just about recipes—it’s about empowering chefs with the confidence to innovate. My dream was always to build a generation of skilled cooks who think like professionals.”

Beyond the Classroom:

• Founder of Peels Kitchen Eg. (Training & Consultations).
• Subject Matter Expert for the Qualification Development Bank (QDB).
• Lifelong learner committed to giving back through ECA’s professional courses.

“Chef Zohaira’s coaching didn’t just improve my skills – it got me hired! Her interview prep helped me land my dream chef position immediately after completing the program.“
— Former Student