Culinary Arts
An instructional program that prepares students for employment related to institutional and self-owned food establishments or other food industry occupations. Students will learn food production, institutional and personal cooking and baking and food sales/service. Students will assist in the school cafeteria on a regular basis preparing large volume offerings. Students will also operate a school restaurant serving unique dishes to the general public. Catering and banquet opportunities also exist within this program.
Program Highlights
Industry Certifications:
Pursuing ACF (American Culinary Federation) certification
Serv Safe certification
College in the High School – Harrisburg Area Community College – 3 credits
HRIM 102 – Applied Culinary Math – 2 credits
HRIM 113 – Sanitation & Safety – 1 credit
Program of Study (POS) Statewide Articulations
Montgomery County Community College – up to 10 credits
Commonwealth Technical Institute – 9 credits
Westmoreland County Community College – 11 credits
Bucks County Community College – 6 credits
NOCTI Recommended College Credit Awards
4 credits - Recommended to be awarded in Fundamental or Intermediate
Culinary Arts
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Program Requirements and Expectations
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Students will be graded daily on appearance, attitude, ability to work with others, ability to stay on a given task, ability to follow rules and regulations.
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Follow all safety rules when operating any equipment, tools and utensils.
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Proper clothing and shoes MUST be worn at all times. You must be in uniform to participate in class.
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Issued hats must be worn in any area that deals with the preparation and/or service of food items.
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Clean personal hygiene habits must be followed.
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Finger nail polish and long finger nails are not safe or sanitary and are not permitted.
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Gum chewing is not permitted at any time.
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Work areas must be kept neat and clean at all times.
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No jewelry may be worn (this includes rings or earrings). These items must be removed prior to entering class.
Instructors:
Michael Tosten
Culinary Arts

