The Culinary Arts Academy is a place for students who have a passion for food and a desire to thrive in culinary talent showcases. Students enrolled in the Culinary Arts Academy will explore exciting career options in the foodservice industry and receive specialized training in one of today's most sought after career fields.  

Courses Offered:

Freshmen (1 hour): Hospitality and Tourism (Prerequisite to Culinary Arts)

First Year: Culinary Arts I and II

Second Year: Event Planning, Baking and Pastry Arts  

Third Year: Entrepreneurship, Senior Pathway Project

Career Opportunities:

Executive Chef, Pastry Chef, General Management, Restaurant Management

Earning Potential:

• Executive Chef - $56,781
• Pastry Chef $39,842
• General Management $49,183
• Restaurant Management - $41,387

Career Tech Student Organization:

FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America)

Industry Certifications:

ServSafe

ProStart