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    Culinary Assistant

    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.

    Course Requirements

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

    For descriptions of each course needed to complete this program:

    Course Descriptions

    Entrance Requirements Needed Prior to Admission

    • High school diploma
    • GED certificate; or
    • High school transcript indicating graduation

    Instructional Equipment

    Includes, but is not limited to:

    • Flat-top range
    • Deep fryer
    • Convection oven
    • Steam-jacketed kettle
    •  Various audio/visual equipment

    Employment Opportunities

    Graduates will be qualified for entry-level employment in 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
    • 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-020Career Prep: Self Awareness3

    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 Skills3

    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.