Culinary Arts

Program Outcomes

The concentration in Culinary Arts focuses on developing:

• Technical proficiency in Italian culinary arts, grounded in professional kitchen practice and food safety standards
  

• An understanding of Italian food culture, products, and traditional cuisine alongside foundational nutrition principles

• The capacity to execute professional front-of-house and back-of-house operations in restaurant and food service environments
  

Community and Professional Involvement

• FOH café and dining room service alongside foundational culinary and nutrition studies

• BOH professional kitchen projects alongside intermediate Italian culinary techniques

Career Opportunities

Commis chef or junior cook in restaurants and hotels; kitchen assistant in food service operations; entry-level role in specialty food retail or distribution.