Culinary Arts

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Do you have a passion for food? Wherever the path might lead you, our dedicated staff and chefs will guide you toward your culinary goal.

What is Culinary Art?

KCTCS can turn that passion into a career which might include working in a restaurant, hotel, cruise ship or catering business; or even working as a personal chef. Wherever the path might lead you, our dedicated staff of educators and chefs will guide you toward your culinary goal.

What are my career choices?

This program has many options for those seeking entry-level jobs in the Culinary and food service field and for those wishing to enhance their skills to prepare for advancement. Students find career opportunities in Restaurant Management, Health Care Facilities, Catering, State Park Resorts, School Cafeterias, just to name a few.

What are my degree, diploma or certificate options?

  • Culinary Arts - Associates
  • Diplomas are available in:
    • Catering and Personal Chef
    • Culinary Arts
    • Food and Beverage Management
  • Certificates are available for:
    • Advanced Catering
    • Advanced Culinary Arts
    • Advanced Food and Beverage Management
    • Baking
    • Catering
    • Culinary Arts
    • Culinary Arts Professional Development
    • Farm to Table
    • Food and Beverage management
    • Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
    • Professional Baking and Pastry Arts

How Much can I make, and Where can I take Classes?

The great thing about KCTCS is that we have colleges and campuses around the state. Choose a college, and you'll find more information on the program and the salaries for careers in the area.

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