Course description
Each 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.