Culinary Arts is a multi-year program that provides students with a foundational understanding of the food service industry and opportunities to build technical skills in food preparation and service. Students examine basic rules of kitchen safety and sanitation, of purchasing and receiving, and of fundamental nutrition. The curriculum incorporates math and science in culinary applications. Students in this program actively participate in the FCCLA CTSO. *Program Offers Dual-Enrollment Credit Opportunity with Tidewater Community College*

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHWAYS: 
Caterer, Catering Director, Chef, Pastry Chef, Kitchen Manager, Cake Decorator, Marketing, Teacher, and/or Event Planner

PROGRAM CONTENT:
• Demonstrating Workplace Readiness Which Enhances:
     • Personal Qualities & People Skills
     • Professional Knowledge & Skills
     • Technology Knowledge & Skills
• Examining All Aspects of An Industry
• Addressing Elements of Student Life
• Balancing Work and Family
• Examining Sanitation and Safety
• Applying Nutritional Principles
• Applying Advanced Food-Preparation Techniques
• Performing Baking Techniques
• Performing On and Off-Site Catered Functions
• Serving in the Dining Room
• Planning Menus
• Using Business and Math Skills
• Learning Human Relations Management
• Selecting, Purchasing and Maintaining Equipment for Program Specialty