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Culinary Arts Brochure

FIRST YEAR BENCHMARKS

All first-year students attending Mercer County Career Center will be evaluated using Benchmarks. Benchmarks are an indicator of future success in the field and for further training.

CAREER OPTIONS

Chef, Cook, Sous Chef, Prep Cook, Food Preparation Worker, Food Service Manager, Dietetic Aide,

PAY POTENTIAL

Median wages (2016) $20.76 hourly, $43,180 annual Projected growth (2014-2024) Faster than average (9% to 13%) Faster than average (9% to 13%) *Source: O-Net

Culinary Arts Student

Acquire the skills to start a career in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Learn how to create foods from appetizers to desserts in our professionally equipped kitchen and bakery.

Develop skills in all facets of the food service industry.

Courses of Study

  • Safety & Sanitation

  • Introduction to Cooking & Baking

  • Intermediate Cooking & Baking

  • Advanced Cooking & Baking

  • Introduction to Dining Room Service

  • Intermediate Dining Room Service

  • Advanced Dining Room Service

  • Restaurant Production

  • International Cuisine

Industry Certifications

  • ServSafe

Class Requirements

  • Students are responsible for:

  • Culinary Uniform (Hat, Coat, and Pant)

  • Black Non-Slip Leather Shoes

Banquet set up in MCCC Multipurpose Room by Culinary Arts Class