CULINARY ARTS

CULINARY ARTS 1

Requirements: Grades 11-12 only, Application Required, Full Year Program

This course is designed to introduce students to the hospitality industry with a major focus on Culinary Arts. Students will learn and apply principles of safety, sanitation and food preparation. They will operate “The Hive”, our student operated restaurant, as well as participate in catering and special projects. In addition, they will learn and practice employability skills, goal setting, and problem solving. They will apply math, science, communication, critical thinking and collaboration skills to a variety of situations. Students will learn core knowledge and skills in both hot foods and baking. 

This class is available to students in their junior and/or senior years. Students have the opportunity to earn a nationally recognized certificate through the National Restaurant Association with ServSafe and ProStart programs, as well as to participate in Skills USA competition. Articulation is available at Schoolcraft and Northern Michigan College.

CULINARY ARTS 2

Requirements: Grade 12 only, Application Required, Full Year Program, Successful Completion of Culinary Arts 1

Culinary Arts 2 offers advanced coursework and practical application of the skills, techniques, and knowledge gained from the year one course. Year two students select a discipline of either Hot Foods or Baking and Pastry to continue exploring and honing their interest-based skills. Students utilize the Rouxbe CTE curriculum offering them an in-depth, self-paced medium for growing in knowledge and skill. Students will also participate more actively in The Hive Catering Company by applying nutritional analysis and recipe costing to weekly menu and catered events. Year two students also have the opportunity to earn advanced certification through the American Culinary Federation. Articulation is available at Schoolcraft and Northern Michigan College.

If you have any questions please email Danielle Phelps.