Registration & How it Works

"The student will be able to choose the date of the workshop"

Our classes are taught at the professional headquarters of SPCJ in Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid) from Monday to Saturday, by reserving a date via email or phone call.

Workshop Rules

  • Flexible Schedule: Available from 8:00h to 14:30h (duration between 5 and 7 hours).
  • Private Classes: They are completely individual and customized (maximum of 1 person, unless you come with a friend or family member of the same level).
  • Material Included: All professional material (knives, stands, etc.) is provided during the session.
  • The Ham: You can bring your own ham or purchase it at our headquarters with a **special 15% discount** (excluding serrano hams).
  • Session Methodology:
    • Theory (1 Hour)
    • Piece selection (30 Minutes)
    • Full carving practice (5 Hours)
Job Pool

Official Certification

At the end of each individual workshop, you will obtain a certificate approved by **Cortadores SPCJ S.L.**

If you complete all 6 levels (Initiation, Refinement, Shoulder, Artistic Plating, Hospitality Plating, and Events), you will obtain the **Official Title of SPCJ Professional Ham Cutter**, allowing you to join our national job pool.

Reserve a Place
⭐ NEW • GROUP WORKSHOP

Group Introductory Workshop

Your first hands-on experience with ham carving in an enjoyable, friendly, and affordable setting.

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Special Price €75 / Student
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Small Group Max 10 People
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Monthly Session 1 Fixed Date per month
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All-Inclusive Tools & tasting included

Specially designed for enthusiasts who want to enjoy their first practical carving experience, learning proper posture, safe knife handling, and a guided tasting. A great opportunity to discover your passion or gift a unique experience before advancing to our individual professional courses.

Training Levels

Choose the workshop that best suits your level and goals.

01

Initiation to Carving

Practical workshop designed for amateurs, beginners, or culinary apprentices starting from scratch. Learn ham culture, safe slicing techniques, posture, piece anatomy, and complete slicing.

Bring your own piece or purchase it at the center at a special student price.
02

Technique
Refinement

Technical training for students with prior foundation seeking to correct postural habits and optimize ham yield. We evaluate your current level and refine your slicing; advanced students accelerate to superior techniques.

Bring your own piece or purchase it at the center at a special student price.
03

Shoulder & Knife
Sharpening

Specialization in Iberian shoulder (paleta) culture and anatomy. Master specific carving techniques to navigate bone structure, maximize commercial yield, and sharpen your tools professionally by hand.

Bring your own piece or purchase it at the center at a special student price.
04

Hospitality
Plating

Technical module oriented toward catering and hospitality professionals. Focused on standardizing 100g portions, half-portions, and commercial formats to optimize service times and kitchen cost control.

Bring your own piece or purchase it at the center at a special student price.
05

Artistic
Plating

Creative training for carvers aiming to excel at weddings, catering, and VIP events. Designed to master visual compositions, fans, and haute-gastronomy presentations that stand out.

Bring your own piece or purchase it at the center at a special student price.
06

Service in
Events

3-day practical immersion in real events with our professional team. Learn protocol on-site, timing management, stage positioning, and customer care in premier events.

🎁 Free bonus workshop awarded upon completing all 5 previous workshops.