Culinary Arts: In-Person walk-in Registration at the Finance Office opens Monday, December 12, 2022

$50 for both classes.

Class time: M-F 8 am to 2:30 pm   

Dates: 1/9/23 to 5/26/23 

Location:  1600 E Belle Terrace, Bakersfield, CA 93307

Credits: 60 (elective) Classes are a full semester

CULINARY BEGINNING ART PROGRAM - This course provides an introduction to foodservice career opportunities and requires mastery of entry-level skills, knowledge, and professional attitude/etiquette relating to food preparation and service. The course includes instruction in food production, baking, grade management, food safety, nutrition, dining room service and special event planning, career awareness and employability skills, use and care of equipment; workplace safety; menu planning; storeroom/inventory procedures; POS system; facility maintenance; and food service management.

CULINARY ADVANCED ARTS PROGRAM - This course will expand on the understanding and application of the
principles, techniques, and standards related to food production. Pre-requisite for course enrollment: successful
completion of the Beginning Culinary Art Program.