Culinary Masterclass
Master the art of cooking with our tailored classes designed for professionals, enthusiasts, and everyone in between.
Professional Masterclass Courses
African Culinary Arts
In this class, we'll be taking you through delicious recipes across the Western and Eastern part of Africa, while showing you how to achieve maximum productivity in the Kitchen in a timely manner without burning yourself out. You will also learn how to identify products and determine their quality, where to find the best ingredients, what cookware to have and what staple pantry items you should keep stocked. Here, you will learn some of the most important basic cooking techniques and how to build flavor using local herbs and spices.
Duration: Three Weeks (Weds, Thurs & Fri)
Time: 12pm-3pm
Weekend Classes: Two Months (Sat - 2pm)
Course Fee: N250,000 (+ N10,000 Registration Fee)
(Includes; Chef Jacket / Apron, Class Outline, Certificate )
Continental Culinary Arts
The course teaches a selection of cuisine across Europe and Asia while also equipping you with the skills and techniques required of a trained Chef in any high end restaurant. After this class, you will be beaming with creative sparks and confident in your knife and food plating skills.
Duration: Five Weeks + Externship (Mon-Wed)
Time: 10am-1pm
Weekend Classes: 2 Months (Saturdays )
Course Fee: N350,000 (+ N10,000 Registration Fee)
(Includes; Chef Jacket / Apron, Class Outline, Certificate)
Externship: There is an added advantage of 3-days to 1-week externship based on merit, when the opportunity presents itself. For students who exhibit interest in fine dining or event catering.
Dessert & Pastry Class
You can tell a lot about a person by the dessert they create and how it is presented. In this class, you will learn the fundamental skills needed to create delicious pastries and desserts that will turn heads and warm the heart. Rest assured you shall be leaving this class with the confidence to build beautiful dough, cakes and create brand new desserts on your own.
Duration: One Month (Fri-Sat)
Time: 9am
Course Fee: N300,000 (+ N10,000 Registration Fee)
(Includes; Jacket, Class Outline, Certificate)
Combined Cuisine Masterclass
Knowing a thousand recipes will not make you a great Cook/Chef, but knowing the science and mastering the techniques will! And that's exactly what this class is all about. In this combined masterclass of African, Continental and Oriental cuisines, you will get to know basic to advanced techniques of the culinary arts world that you will need in order to unleash your inner creativity & become a great Chef.
Duration: 2-3 Months + Internship (Mon-Fri)
Time: 10am (1st 5weeks), 12pm (2nd 3weeks)
Weekend Classes: Three Months (Sat - 10am / 2pm)
Course Fee: N860,000 (+ N10,000 Registration Fee)
(Includes; Chef Jacket & Apron, Class Outline, Certificate)
Externship: Interns are selected on merit which is based on outstanding performance in all classes. KF seeks to have team members who exhibit passion for the culinary world and customer service. Successful candidates will be offered employment.
Gastronomy in Culinary Arts
An intensive 3-week program designed to explore the intricacies of culinary artistry, with a major focus on food plating and styling in the context of fine dining. This course goes beyond traditional culinary education, delving into the creative realms of recipe development, hacking molecular cooking, sous-vide, theme selection, and the art of food plating with simple available resources/equipment. Participants will learn to marry flavors, textures, and colors to create visually stunning and delectable dishes, elevating their culinary expertise to new heights.
Duration: Three Weeks (Thurs & Saturday)
Time: TBD
Course Fee: TBD
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Masterclass in Mixology
In this comprehensive course, you will embark on a journey to become a skilled and creative mixologist, learning the art and science behind crafting exceptional cocktails. Led by industry experts and certified mixologist, this masterclass is designed to elevate your mixology skills to new heights. By the end of your training, you will not only have the knowledge and skills to craft exquisite cocktails but also the confidence to innovate and push the boundaries of mixology.
Duration: Four Weeks (Wednesdays & Friday)
Time: TBD
Course Fee: TBD
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Thinking of short duration classes instead?
Then check out our intermediate courses
Intermediate Level Courses
Our intermediate-level culinary courses are designed to upskill chefs and cooks, providing them with the expertise needed to excel in private and professional culinary roles. Through hands-on learning and industry-focused training, we equip participants with the knowledge, techniques, and professionalism required to thrive. Additionally, top-performing students in the advanced culinary arts and private chef employability programs will have opportunities for job placements within our network, ensuring a pathway to career advancement.
You will learn from experienced chef instructors and be supported every step of the way -from mastering culinary techniques, understanding the business of food, to securing a job in the industry or gaining visibility & thriving in your own food business, we are committed to your culinary success here at Kimolar.
Advanced Culinary Arts
About the Course
This program is designed to bridge the knowledge gap for skilled cooks and aspiring chefs who want to expand beyond Nigerian dishes, learn intercontinental & continental cuisines with professional finesse and improve on food presentation. We go beyond recipes, we teach discipline, precision and the creativity required to stand out in today's food industry.
It also serves as a progression path for PREP graduates who need hands-on refinement before job placement/ practical field work (externship)
Program Details:
- Duration: 10 weeks ( Paid externship inclusive)
- Location: Apo, Abuja
- Tuition Fee: NGN125,000(NGN85,000)
- For inquiries: 0903 848 0733
Here you can find the entry requirements, as well as the full program structure and fees. You are welcome join us!
Course OutlinePrivate Chef Leadership & Business
About the Course
This masterclass develops leadership, professional presence and decision making skills, ensuring chefs can confidently run a business and lead teams. It goes beyond cooking; focusing on the business strategies, branding, policies and leadership skills required to run a thriving private chef business.
Participants learn how to structure services, manage clients, price effectively, create contracts and establish systems that sustain growth.
By the end, graduates emerge equipped with leadership & business skills ready to take control of their careers and build their own personal chef brand or private chef agency.
Program Details:
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Location: Online
- Tuition Fee: NGN350,000(NGN250,000)
- For inquiries: 0903 848 0733
Here you can find the entry requirements, as well as the full program structure and fees. You are welcome join us!
Course OutlinePrivate Residential Chef Excellence Program (PREP)
About the Course
Skill may get you hired, but mindset keeps you there. PREP helps you step into a new level of professionalism, confidence and excellence that clients notice instantly and can't easily find anywhere else.
This program reshapes how you see yourself, your work and value. You'll learn personal branding, menu creation, presentation, discipline and standards required to excel and build lasting careers in exclusive/HNI environments without constant job loss or conflict. This is NOT a cooking class.
Starting January 2026, PREP is mandatory for all Kimolar chef members and open to any chef seeking to elevate their private service career.
Program Details:
- Duration: 2 weeks (Online)
- Location: Abuja (Membership Recognition Event)
- Tuition Fee: NGN125,000(NGN85,000 (with work placement/membership))
- Without Placement: NGN50,000
- For inquiries: 0903 848 0733
Here you can find the entry requirements, as well as the full program structure and fees. You are welcome join us!
Course OutlineFamily Chef Training (FCT)
About the Course
When your home cook's food feels repetitive or basic, it doesn't always mean you need to hire a new one; sometimes, they just need the right training. The FCT program helps your chef/cook master new dishes, refine presentation, and elevate everyday meals into something you'll actually look forward to.
Participants can either attend classes at the academy or opt for the in-home training option where our chef instructors visit your residence to conduct personalised on-site training tailored to your preferred cuisine. Our instructors retrain your cooks to meet chef standards within a home setting. From menu variety and continental dishes to hygiene, time management and creativity, each class builds on the last, but the full 4-week program will have your chef return more confident, creative and capable of matching your family's taste and lifestyle.
Program Details:
- Duration: 4 weeks
- Location: Apo, Abuja
- Tuition Fee: (NGN45,000 per week (In-home training available at twice the standard fee))
- For inquiries: 0903 848 0733
Here you can find the entry requirements, as well as the full program structure and fees. You are welcome join us!
Course OutlineFrequently Asked Questions
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