Instructor: Chef Brian Mattice
315-589-2625

Program Goal: The Culinary Arts program is focused on preparing all students to meet the challenges of employment and/or continuing their education in the culinary field.

Curriculum: In this two-year program, practical experience is gained in both the classroom and fully equipped commercial-style kitchens. Guest speakers from local businesses and food related careers are also invited to speak with students. The Culinary Arts Program is a member of the New York State Restaurant Association (NYSRA) Educational Foundation ProStart Program. This program provides students the work experience and classroom learning they need to succeed in restaurant/food service careers. Students will have the opportunity to earn their ServSafe Managers certification which is a 5-year certificate.

Curriculum Areas/Units of Study:

Articulations: SUNY Alfred State (CULN 1083: Food Safety and Service Training); SUNY Cobleskill (CAHT 111: Basic Food Preparation, CAHT 103: Food Service Sanitation, CAHT 290: Special Projects, CAHT 140: Hospitality Math)

Job Outlook (US Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook):

• Chefs and Head Cooks-$48,460 Median Pay; 10% Growth
• Cooks-$25,200 Median Pay; 6% Growth
• Bakers-$26,520 Median Pay; 8% Growth
• Food Preparation Workers-$23,730 Median Pay; 8% Growth
• Food Service Managers-$54,240 Median Pay; 9% Growth