CULINARY ARTS II Course No. 8276
ACE @ Hermitage Instructor: Hill Carter, Kate Chidester
ACE @ Virginia Randolph Instructor: Terran Evans
State Course Name: Culinary Arts I, Culinary Arts II. Click link for detailed pdf descriptions.
If you love cooking and want to turn your passion into a profession, then training in the culinary arts is a must. Culinary arts is more than just preparing food, it is also about creativity, presentation, hygiene, nutrition, and customer satisfaction. Training in the culinary arts can help you develop these skills and learn from experienced chefs who can mentor you and inspire you. You can also gain exposure to different cuisines, cultures, and techniques that can enrich your culinary repertoire. Training in the culinary arts can open up many opportunities for you, whether you want to work in a restaurant, a hotel, a catering company, or even start your own business. You can also network with other professionals and build your reputation in the industry. Training in the culinary arts is not only rewarding, but also fun and exciting. You can express yourself through your dishes and share your love of food with others. Training in the culinary arts is important because it can help you achieve your dreams and make a difference in the world of gastronomy.
CAI-This course prepares students for entry-level positions in the culinary field and is dedicated to providing students with working knowledge in basic cooking and baking skills and techniques, along with catering and business skills for successful employment. Students
CAII-Builds on knowledge gained in Culinary Arts I. The program emphasizes occupational skills for employees in the culinary world. Employment opportunities include catering, hotel and restaurant cooking, and working as bakers. With the approval and recommendation of the administration and teacher, students may spend time in actual work experience in conjunction with their studies. Students will prepare luncheons and dinners for various school and government functions to enhance their classroom knowledge.
Students have the opportunity to become certified in the following field(s):
Culinary Arts Level I
- ServeSafe Food Handler* (available at ACE Center at Hermitage)
- Certified Jr. Culinary Certification (available at ACE Center at Hermitage)
*ServSafe Food Handler Assessment is a comprehensive solution that delivers consistent food safety training to employees. This ensures the same food safety principles are delivered each and every time.
- Sections can be completed in approximately 10 minutes.
- Color photographs from the learner’s point of view helps reinforce food safety concepts.
- Enhanced assessment can be taken at the completion of training to measure if employees have the minimum competency in food safety knowledge. Covers five key areas:
- Basic Food Safety
- Personal Hygiene
- Cross-Contamination & Allergens
- Time and Temperature
- Cleaning and Sanitation
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment Statistics click here.