AAS, Certificate

The Culinary Arts Program offers training for many positions in the growing field of food service and specializes in international cuisine. Students acquire practical skills and learn culinary theory in a variety of classes, through instruction that encompasses both food preparation and customer service.

Directed by chef instructors, students study and prepare foods utilizing contemporary methods and state-of-the-art equipment. During different quarters, students prepare and serve lunch daily in two dining rooms. During fifth quarter, students create and serve a menu for their "Chef-of-the-Day" and participate in a management internship. Students may also choose to participate in banquets, recipe contests, scholarship competitions, cooperative education, and internships to further develop their skills and enhance their creativity.

Seattle Central's Culinary Arts program meets the needs of persons new to commercial food preparation; persons who have industry experience and wish to develop a broader range of skills; and persons who have a degree in another field and wish to make a career change.

Students study culinary arts for six quarters and earn a certificate of completion. After completing additional courses (approved by the counselor), students may earn an associate of applied science degree.

Career Opportunities

Culinary Arts is one of the fastest growing employment areas in the nation; positions are available throughout the United States. The demand for trained, qualified people is extremely high.

Both the certificate program and the associate of applied science program in Culinary Arts are accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Institute.

For Further Information:

Culinary Arts Program
Seattle Culinary Academy
Seattle Central Community College
1701 Broadway, Room BE2120
Seattle, WA 98122
PHONE: (206) 587-5424
FAX: (206) 344-4323