The Culinary Arts program at ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï offers two options: a Certificate of Completion (CC) and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. These options let students choose the path that works best for their goals. The Culinary Arts Basics Certificate of Completion can be earned on its own to help students get an entry‑level job in the culinary field, or it can be used as the first year of classes toward the Culinary Arts AAS degree.
In this program, students learn through classroom lessons and hands‑on practice in a real commercial kitchen. They gain skills in cooking, food service, customer service, short‑order and table service, soups and sauces, meat, poultry, and seafood preparation, breakfast cooking, and baking. Food safety and cleanliness are important parts of every class.
Employment Opportunities
Some of the typical employment opportunities for graduates of this program include:
- Cook’s helper
- Kitchen helper
- Prep cook
- Restaurant worker
- Caterer’s helper
- Host/hostess
Salary Expectations
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When Can I Enroll?
Required core courses being once a year. Contact the program advisor for details.
What Do I Need to Do First?
- Apply for Admission
- Request Official Transcripts – from high school, previous colleges or GED certificate. Have them sent directly to ½ñÈÕ³Ô¹Ï.
- Take the College Placement Test (CPT)
- Meet with an Entry Advisor