PROGRAM PROFILE
This program prepares students for entry-level employment or college opportunities in the food services or hospitality industry. Students will progress through a variety of practical hands-on learning experiences and real-world activities including training in our state-of-the-industry, award winning Blooming Chefs Restaurant which offers both table and banquet services. Additional industry exposure will be available through job shadowing and internships at local food-service facilities, professional guest speakers and field trips to food shows, popular restaurants, conference centers and resorts.
COURSE CONTENT
- Sanitation & Safety Procedures
- Hand Tools & Stationary Equipment
- Standardized and Customized Recipes
- Bakery Operations
- Short-order and Banquet cooking
- Food Presentation and Garnishing
- Food Receiving and Storage
- Menu Planning and Costing
- Weights and Measures
- Dining Room and Banquet Service
- Computerized Cash Register Operation
- Project Management
- Hospitality, Lodging, Travel and Tourism
- Customer Service
RESOURCES
Culinary Institute of America
www.ciachef.edu
Recipes
www.allrecipes.com
Food Network
www.foodnetwork.com
American Hotel Lodging Association
www.ahla.com
National SkillsUSA Site