Practical experienceThere is both lab work and practical experience associated with this program.
Academic titleCulinary Arts Certificate
Course descriptionEach of the program’s three levels (outlined below) provides theory, lab work, and practical experience. You must pass each level before proceeding to the next.
Level 1: Basic (COOK 151)
This level teaches the fundamentals of
* Basic food preparation
* Sanitation
* Portion control
* Waste prevention
* Recipe conversion and weights
* Using a positive professional manner towards guests, employers, and fellow workers
Level 2: Advanced (COOK 152)
Building on the skills you acquired in Level 1, Level 2 covers more advanced skills in food preparation, butchery, pastry, and preparation. It also features in-depth study of menu planning, kitchen management, and food chemistry. As well, this level introduces luncheon restaurant service, and themed buffet planning/production/service.
Level 3: Specialty (COOK 153)
In Level 3, you’ll gain experience in cooking and serving à la carte for fine dining from all stations in our modern restaurant and kitchen. Topics include
* Planning and costing menus
* Buffet preparation
* Participating in formal catering
* Kitchen management
This level also includes a two-week practicum. After graduating, you’ll be prepared for work or an apprenticeship in hotels, restaurants, flight kitchens, hospitals, cruise ships, camps, and other areas related to food service.