Chinese Culinary Arts

Chinese cuisine has a long and venerable history; The Chinese culinary industry boasts a wealth of cultural heritage and diverse cooking techniques. With the advancement of globalization, Chinese cuisine continues to innovate, incorporating modern culinary techniques and international elements, attracting an increasing number of international customers. This industry is not just a skill; it is also a cultural legacy that continues to evolve and develop over time.

Professional fields covered:

Chinese Regional Cuisine Preparations
Guangdong Barbecue and Cold Dishes Preparations
Chinese Dim Sum and Noodles Preparations
Guangdong Cuisine Preparations

Earn and Learn	:	Under the scheme, participants will receive on-the-job training and classroom learning at the same time. A steady income and a recognized qualification are guaranteed
All-round Career Support	:	One-stop career counselling and placement services
Flexible Articulation Pathways	:	Graduates can pursue further studies to acquire higher qualifications and become a professional in the field

Scheme Details Progression Path

Study Arrangement

The first to second year:	Participants will be employed by the participating companies as apprentices. For the first and second years, the employer will sponsor the apprentice to study the Diploma (Dip) programme at CCI for one day per week
The third year:	Full time on the job training

Allowance & Salary*

During the training period, participants will receive a total of $30,800 Industry Incentive Allowance, government allowance under the Earn & Learn Scheme (up to $90,000) and Training Allowance (up to $36,000). Given a guaranteed monthly salary not less than $9,470.


The first year of training Monthly salary not less than $9,470 and $2,000 Government Allowance and $1,000 Training Allowance^&	Monthly income of $12,470 or above
The second year of training Monthly salary not less than $9,470 and $2,500 Government Allowance and $1,000 Training Allowance^&	Monthly income of $12,970 or above
The third year of training Monthly salary not less than $9,470 and $3,000 Government Allowance and $1,000 Training Allowance^&	Monthly income of $13,470 or above
The Industry Incentive Allowance will be disbursed in stages during the first to third year of training	A total of $30,800

* Mode of issuing subsidy and Government Allowance may vary across trades and industries.
^& For apprentices who join the VTC Earn & Learn Scheme on or after 1 April 2024, they are entitled to the Monthly Apprenticeship Training Allowance of $1,000 per month during the apprenticeship, for a maximum of 36 months.

For enquiries, please contact the Office of the Director of Apprenticeship.

Tuition Fees

Employers will sponsor the tuition fees.

Entry Requirement

Completion of S6 under the new academic structure / S5 under the old academic structure, or equivalent, 1 year or above relevant catering work experience AND a pass in an interview; OR
Successful completion of a QF Level 2 programme that is deemed acceptable to the respective Programme Board, 1 year or above relevant catering work experience AND a pass in an interview; OR
Relevant RPL qualification(s) at QF Level 2 or above AND a pass in an interview;
One year or above Chinese kitchen work experience, a pass in an interview AND a pass in a practical evaluation

Offering Institutions：

For enquiries:

Office of the Director of Apprenticeship

Tel: 2756 4123

Email: oda@vtc.edu.hk

Information as of July 2025. VTC reserves the right to revise or cancel any programme if circumstances so warrant. Details will be announced on the Admission Homepage.