Course Title: Culinary Arts I and II
Length of Program: 2 years
# of credits: 3
Articulation: TCC- Hospitality
Industry Certifications: National Restaurant Association Serve Safe Sanitation Manager; National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Commercial Foods/Retail Commercial Baking

Description: This is a two year course for students interested in a career in the food service industry. The program of study includes cooking techniques, baking and pastry, hospitality, math, writing skills, professional development, sanitation, certification and management skills. Each class operates a restaurant during school hours. Students are also offered opportunities to participate in off premise catering and community service.

Special Course Features include: An opportunity for Serve Safe Sanitation Manager Certification, articulation with Tidewater Community College, and articulation with Johnson & Wales and Stratford Universities pending.

Suggested Prerequisites include: Basic math, science and English

Requirements include: Uniforms will be purchased through the Tech Center: Chefs Jacket, white dress shirt, black work pants (i.e. Dickies), white socks, head covering and black work shoes. Grades are deducted for improper uniform.

Program Fees: Program dues do not apply at this time.

Safety Requirements include: Uniform and strict adherence to the National Restaurant Association's Serve Safe Sanitation Management Certification (O.S.H.A.) safety standards.

Club Affiliation: Skills USA, FCCLA

Fee: Skills USA: $20.00; FCCLA Tiered Dues