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Culinary Arts Specialist Program

An all-encompassing culinary program

If you are interested in finding a quality California culinary arts school, the Institute of Technology's Culinary Arts Specialist program is it. You will gain overall knowledge of food safety and sanitation, as well as the industry-relevant skills necessary to be a successful culinary arts specialist.

Along with the basic knowledge and concepts of the food service industry, you will be taught how to create pastries and baked goods, develop and improve your skills in the kitchen, discover the art of garde manger, prepare Asian and classic cuisine presentations, and even participate in a 180-hour externship in a professional kitchen either locally or in a destination city in the U.S.

In addition to these skills, you will receive the proper tools. A uniform and culinary kit are included with the cost of the program! And with the skills and knowledge you gain, you’ll be ready to take the culinary world by storm as you start your career as a:

  • Restaurant cook
  • Personal chef
  • Executive chef
  • Sous chef
  • Short order cook
  • Prep cook and line cook
  • Dessert specialist
  • Bread and pastry baker
  • Catering specialist


Ready for the competitive culinary job market

Upon graduation, you will have met the American Culinary Federation's certification standards for Supervisory Management and Nutritional Certifications, as well as the National Restaurant Association ServSafe Food Protection Manager and ServSafe Responsible Alcohol Service certification standards. This extensive knowledge gives you the upper hand when applying for jobs in this competitive field.

The balance provided by not only teaching but also allowing students to use what they have learned is another way Institute of Technology graduates gain an edge when looking for employment in the culinary industry.

You could soon be a graduate of the Culinary Arts Specialist program. Contact Institute of Technology today to find out more!       Learn more about our culinary schools in the Sacramento area!

Campuses offering the Culinary Arts Specialist program:

On-time Graduation Rate – 56%
ACCSC Employment Rate – 73%
Occupational Outcome – Chef, Head Cook, Cook (SOC Codes 35-1011, 35-2013, 35-2014, 35-2019) www.onetonline.org
Median Federal Loan Amount – $7,144.35
Median Private and Institutional Loan Amount – $0
Tuition and Fees – $20,075.00 (Books and supplies included)
Credit Hours – 36

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