The Culinary Arts Technology concentration provides a solid foundation in the methods
and science of cooking through exposure to classical, American and international cuisines
as well as the art of baking and pastries. Special emphasis is placed on culinary
tools, equipment, techniques, and specialty ingredients. The heart of the Culinary
Arts Technology program is hands-on lab instruction by a chef instructors at Lion
Hills Center in Columbus.
A one-year certificate in Culinary Arts: Food Preparation option may be awarded after
successful completion of the courses listed in the certificate sequence. View the
gainful employment data here. In addition, students completing this program will be eligible to obtain ServSafe
Sanitation certification from the National Restaurant Association.
A two-year degree in Culinary Arts may be awarded after successful completion of the
courses listed in the degree sequence. In addition, students completing this program
will be eligible to obtain ServSafe Sanitation certification from the National Restaurant
Association.
Please see the program advisor or a counselor for admission criteria and important dates.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
Jakiero Dismuke | Lion Hills
jdismuke@eastms.edu
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