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Culinary Program

Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality

The purpose of the Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality program is to prepare a student for successful employment in the food service/hospitality industry. Click here for additional program information.opens in a new window

hours

1200 – approximately 40 weeks

cost

Tuition is approximately $3,456 plus books and fees (PDFopens in a new windowopens in a new window & HTMLopens in a new windowopens in a new window)
Gainful Employment

testing requirements

Basic Skills Assessment

location

LTC Main Campus

Starting Salaries

Vary, ranging from $16,500 to $34,500*
*Based on local industry information

Recent Employers of Graduates

  • Red Lobster, Outback, Newlife Rehab Center
  • Mission Inn Resort, Plantation & Orlando Country Clubs
  • Universal Studios, Disney, Osprey Lodge, Hilton Hotels
  • Yellow Stone National Park, Caribbean Island Resorts

ACFopens IMAGE file Accreditation:  Lake Technical Colleges’ Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality program is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the American Culinary Federation Foundation as an Exemplary Program.

 

 

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Starting Salaries

What you’ll learn

Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality Occupational Completion Points (OCP)

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  • Basic culinary knowledge
  • Nutrition
  • Supervision
  • Sanitation
  • Advanced preparatory skills
  • Breads, pastries, soups, sauces, salads, entrees, garde manger, ice carvings, & show pieces

OCPCourse NumberCourse TitleCourse Length
AHMV0100Food Preparation300 hrs
BHMV0170Cook, Restaurant300 hrs
CHMV0171Chef/Head Cook300 hrs
DHMV0126Food Service Management300 hrs

Culinary Arts FAQ’s

What is culinary arts?

Culinary arts is the discipline of food preparation, cooking and presentation. It includes everything from selecting the ingredients, proper chopping, browning and basting techniques, to creating stunning visuals when plating and displaying food. The culinary arts broadly includes pastry arts as well as restaurant management.

How long is culinary school?

The length of culinary school can vary from a few months to a few years. The standard length of culinary school in the U.S. is 6 to 12 months. At Lake Technical College, the Professional Culinary Arts & Hospitality program is 1,200 hours, or approximately 40 weeks.

Is culinary school worth it?

Yes, culinary school will increase your earning potential over the lifetime of your career in the restaurant and hospitality industry. It provides a foundation of culinary knowledge that will allow you to advance rapidly in your career. The most common argument against culinary school is the cost, but finding an affordable culinary program such as the Culinary Arts program at Lake Tech leaves you with only benefits from starting your chef career in culinary school.

What do you learn in culinary school?

In culinary school, you learn basic and advanced culinary skills and kitchen and restaurant management. At Lake Tech, you’ll master hands-on techniques in all of the following areas: breads, pastries, soups, sauces, salads, entrees, garde manger, ice carvings, & show pieces. When you graduate, you’ll be ready to begin a career at any high-end restaurant, and you’ll be able to cook from a recipe or create your own.

How much does culinary school cost?

The culinary program at Lake Tech is just a fraction of the cost of other programs: approximately $4,800. Other culinary schools currently range from $30,000 to $125,000. Additionally, Valencia College grants fifteen hours of college credit towards the Culinary Management Program for graduates of Lake Tech’s Professional Culinary Arts and Hospitality program. Train with industry experts, and prepare yourself to start your culinary career at a cost you can afford.

Industry Certifications

  • Nutrition
  • Supervision management
  • Sanitation
  • ACF Certified Culinarian

Employment Opportunities

  • Restaurants
  • Resorts and local attractions
  • Hospitals
  • Cruise ships and national parks

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Industry Certifications

  • Nutrition
  • Supervision management
  • Sanitation
  • ACF Certified Culinarian

Employment Opportunities

  • Restaurants
  • Resorts and local attractions
  • Hospitals
  • Cruise ships and national parks

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Our numbers

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Completion Rate*

100%

Placement Rate*

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Licensure

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Data as reported to COE and is updated annually in December of each calendar year.
Placement calculation may exclude (if applicable) program completers that are awaiting exam results,
refused employment, continued post-secondary education, or may be otherwise unavailable for employment.

Steps to Enroll

  1. Apply for financial aid, if applicable
  2. Complete the online application
  3. Meet with a counselor/career advisor
  4. Register and pay tuition and fees
  5. Purchase books and supplies
  6. Complete the new student orientation online prior to the first day of class
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steps to enroll

Steps to Enroll

  1. Apply for financial aid, if applicable
  2. Complete the online application
  3. Meet with a counselor/career advisor
  4. Register and pay tuition and fees
  5. Purchase books and supplies
  6. Complete the new student orientation online prior to the first day of class
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Culinary School Orlando

Located near Orlando, FL, Lake Technical College is one of the best culinary schools in the area. Our Culinary Arts program boasts a high graduation and employment rate, preparing you to immediately begin your career in restaurants, resorts, hospitals, cruise ships, and more. Learn more about How to Become a Chef.

Our hands-on culinary class curriculum and pastry school classes ensure you have the skills to put your passion into practice. If you are in Central Florida searching for Chef School, Cooking School or Culinary Schools Near Me, call us at (352) 589-2250opens phone dialer or apply online to get started today.

Instructor / contact

Name:

Ken Koenig

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Phone Number:

352.589.2250, x1866

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Locations

Lake Technical College– Eustis– Main Campus

2001 Kurt Street
Eustis , Florida 32726
352-589-2250
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Lake Technical College
Instructional Service Center - Clermont

1250 North Hancock Road
Clermont, FL 34711
352-589-2250
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Institute of Public Safety Extension Campus – Tavares

1565 Lane Park Cut-Off
Tavares, Florida 32778
352-742-6463
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Lake Technical College Instructional Service Center – Lake County Animal Shelter

12280 County Road 448
Tavares, Florida 32778
352-253-1838
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