CULINARY ARTS
PROGRAM SUMMARY
Our Culinary Arts Program is designed to arm students with basic skills in the culinary arts. The program delivers instruction in culinary concepts, terminology, kitchen safety, sanitation, equipment usage, basic nutrition guidelines, both standard and metric measurements, food costing, theory, and practice in the production of culinary creations. Courses stress fundamental cooking techniques and preparation methods for hot foods, breakfast entrées, salads, sandwiches, breads, cakes, and pastries.
CAREER SNAPSHOT
Culinary Arts Career Opportunities
Chef
Food Service Manager
Private Cook
Short Order Cook
Restaurant Cook
Baker
Food Service Manager
Private Cook
Short Order Cook
Restaurant Cook
Baker
Salaries will range based on hiring entity, location, and years of experience.
INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS
- ServSafe Food Handlers Card
- ServSafe Managers Card
- Yavapai College's Culinary Arts Fundamentals Certificate
CREDITS
- 4 High School credits upon total completion
- 16 Yavapai College credits upon total completion
CULINARY ARTS PROGRAM PROGRESSION PLANS
Monday - Thursday Progression Plan
Friday Progression Plan
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Program Information
Location: Yavapai College's Prescott Campus
1100 E Sheldon Street
Prescott, AZ 86301
Class Schedule:
There are two options:
- Fridays 8:00am-1:00pm
- Monday-Thursday 1:15pm-3:45pm
Grade Level Requirement: Sophomore – Senior
Pre Req Info:
None