Culinary Arts Assistant Career Major - Overview

Culinary Arts Assistant

Culinary Arts Assistant
Campus
Metro STEM Academy
(Springlake Campus)
Career Major Length
600 hours
Who Can Enroll
Juniors, Seniors & Adults
Schedule
M-F 7:40-10:30A &/or 11:25A-2:15P
Fees
In-State Tuition:
$1,500.00
Out-of-State Tuition:
$3,900.00
Book Costs:
$211.00
Average Oklahoma Salary
$8/hr
Financial Aid
Available for those who qualify
Tuition, fees, career majors, courses and hours are subject to change without notice. Exam fees are nonrefundable.

This major prepares students for a variety of food preparation skills required for a career in food services and/or food preparation. Instruction incorporates kitchen fundamentals such as safety, sanitation, and kitchen equipment with more advanced training in quantity preparation and presentation of entrees and desserts. Also covered are dining room management principles and specific subject areas such as stocks, soups and sauces. Students will have opportunities to apply the skills they learn in an external internship.

Career Major Length
600.00Total Hours
Course Title
Hours
Introduction to Culinary Arts
60.00
Culinary Safety & Sanitation
120.00
Culinary Basic Skills
120.00
Dining Room Management
120.00
Culinary Arts Skills Enhancement I
90.00
Culinary Arts Skills Enhancement II
90.00

Helpful Attributes and Abilities

  • Reading and math skills at the 8th grade level or above
  • Good physical & mental health
  • Passion for the arts, creativity & imagination
  • Good eye-hand coordination & finger dexterity
  • Good communication skills and teamwork
  • Ability to get along with others and have a positive attitude
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time

Student Organizations

Metro Tech Accreditations