Culinary Assistant

900 hours, 2 terms, 8 months
Maximum class size: 12

The Culinary Assistant diploma program provides instruction in entry-level skills essential in kitchen maintenance, sanitation, production and safety necessary for employment in food service operations.

Entrance Requirements

High school diploma, GED certificate or a high school transcript indicating graduation, is required prior to admission.

Instructional Equipment

Instructional equipment includes, but is not limited to, a flat-top range, deep fryer, convection oven, steam-jacketed kettle and various audio/visual equipment.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates are qualified for entry-level culinary positions such as Food Service Worker, Food Service Assistant, Food Server, Server, Banquet Server, Cafeteria Worker, Sandwich Artist, Snack Bar Attendant, Deli Clerk, Deli Worker, Prep Cook, Dietary Assistant, Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, Dish Machine Operator, and Kitchen Steward with schools, hospitals, restaurants, fast-food outlets, caterers, and other retail food service operations.

Term I

Course Code	Course Description	Credits
CA-060	Intro to Prep & Service of Food	3
CA-101	Tools and Stationary Equipment	3
CA-113	Culinary Nutrition	3
CA-135	Food Sanitation and Safety	3
CA-205	Table Service	3
CA-020	Career Prep: Self Awareness	3
Term Total: 18

Term II

Course Code	Course Description	Credits
CA-010	Careers in Food Service	3
CA-100	Foods I	3
CA-102	Weights & Measurements/Recipe Conversion	3
CA-105	Baking I	3
BE-11	Microsoft Office Suite	3
CA-107	Career Prep: Soft Skills	3
Term Total: 18
Program Total: 36

Students who successfully complete the Culinary Assistant Diploma program and meet some other entrance requirements are eligible to continue their education in the Culinary Arts AST program.