New Greytones Workshops
2 week Certificate Course
Introductory Offer for September 2026
Available spots
Service Description
/Category: In-person Duration: 2 weeks Class type: Adults Age minimum: 17yrs This September, we’re launching our brand new 2-Week Cook ery Certificate an intensive, hands-on program designed to give you a professional foundation in modern cooking. You’ll spend 4 days a week (Mon–Thu, 9.30am–4pm) in our Greystones kitchen, immersed in practical training covering essential techniques, global flavours, breads & doughs, and the real business of running a kitchen. Introductory launch price: €1600 Strictly limited to 6 students for maximum personal attention This is a one-time introductory offer — future courses will run at the full rate. Who This is For Passionate home cooks wanting professional-level training in a supportive, hands-on environment Anyone exploring the idea of starting a café, food truck, supper club or food brand What You’ll Learn Core Techniques & Kitchen Skills: Knife skills to improve speed, safety and consistency Mise en place and prep systems to keep your kitchen organised Balancing flavours: mastering sauces, marinades, pickles Breads, Doughs & Global Plates Pasta, noodles, bao, dumplings, flatbreads, enriched buns Hydration, gluten development and resting techniques Hands-on cooking from Japanese, Mexican, Italian, Middle Eastern, Chinese and modern European cuisines Scaling & Sauces: Building versatile sauces you can scale for family meals or festival crowds Strategies for proteins, doughs and accompaniments that hold well under pressure Food Business & Kitchen Operations: Menu design and accurate costing for realistic GP margins Insights on kitchen layout and equipment choices, drawn from Avril’s consultancy work with cafés, festivals and pop-ups Planning workflows so service runs smoothly — whether for private dining or a busy event Visiting Chefs & Local Suppliers: Meet guest chefs, artisan suppliers and food business owners who’ll share their expertise, products and real-world stories. Learn about sourcing, sustainability and what it takes to grow. What You’ll Leave With: A strong foundation in essential cooking, from breads to sauces to knife work Real insight into costing, menu planning and kitchen flow A Certificate in Modern Cooking & Culinary Operations recognising your skills Course Format & Schedule Practical Details: Location: Our fully equipped Greystones venue, 9 mins walk from DART Parking: parking nearby Price: €1600 Deposit: €800 Includes: Tuition, ingredients, tastings and lunch
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Another Fine Mess – Terms & Conditions 1. Definitions “We”, “us”, “our” = Another Fine Mess Cooking Camp & Workshops. “You”, “your” = the person making the booking. For under-18s, this means the parent/guardian who submits the booking. “Participant” = the person attending the workshop or camp (if under 18, includes their parent/guardian as applicable). 2. Booking & Payment A booking is only confirmed once we have received full payment and a completed registration form. Please check your confirmation invoice immediately. Any errors must be reported within 2 days of receipt. After this, we will try to help, but any costs fall to you unless the error was ours. 3. Cancellations & Changes by Us Itineraries and menus are subject to change and are guides only. Flexibility is required. We will not cancel less than 10 days before an event, unless due to circumstances beyond our control (e.g. severe weather, industrial action, venue loss, natural disasters, epidemics/pandemics). If we cancel and cannot offer an alternative, you will receive a full refund. Low enrolment: We require a minimum number of participants to run. If numbers are not met, we may cancel or consolidate the session. If no alternative is offered, a full refund will be issued. 4. Cancellations & Changes by You All changes/cancellations must be requested by email. Refunds: 14+ days before event: Full refund. Within 14 days: 75% non-refundable. Within 72 hours: No refund. After event starts: No refund. Medical cancellations: Full refund with doctor’s note within 3 days; after that, 50%. Covid-related cancellations: No refund within 72h unless we can fill your place. If filled, we will refund you. 5. Participant Responsibilities Adults: Participants must follow staff instructions, respect the space, and behave safely. Disruptive behaviour may result in removal without refund. Under-18s (extra conditions): A completed consent form must be provided. Parents/guardians must be available to collect within 1 hour in case of illness, injury, or behavioural issue. Participants are expected to respect staff, peers, and facilities at all times. Camp hours are strictly 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Mon–Thu. We are not responsible for children outside these hours. 6. Liability We are not liable for loss, injury, or damage caused by circumstances outside our control (e.g. weather, strikes, technical failures, pandemics). We will take reasonable care, but you attend at your own risk.
Contact Details
The boat yard market, Trafalgar Road, Rathdown Lower, Greystones, County Wicklow, Ireland
0864521262
info@afmcooking.com