Culinary & Pastry Arts
Program Highlights
In our Culinary & Pastry Arts program you will:
- Work side-by-side preparing dishes with professional chefs to produce the finest quality restaurant food.
- Design cakes and pastries from scratch.
- Expand your abilities using our professional equipment and cookware.
- Establish the skills, work habits and confidence to succeed in the most respected local and national culinary post-secondary schools through ourProStart certified program.
- Feel the pride and enjoyment of becoming a professional chef, one of the most widely respected and creative professions in the world.
What You Can Learn
Culinary & Food Preparation Skills // Baking & Pastry Techniques // Catering & Banquet Services // Food Safety & Sanitation // Professional Equipment Operation // Dining Room Guest Services
What You Can Become
(with additional education and training)
Baker // Caterer, Chef // Food Service Director // Pastry Chef // Prep Cook // Restaurant Manager // Restaurant Owner // Registered Dietician // Food Scientist
What You Can Earn
9 Credits for 3 College Courses in This Pathway // ServeSafe National Restaurant Education Foundation Sanitation Certificate // ProStart National Restaurant Education Foundation Certificate
Jayson McCarter
CULINARY & PASTRY ARTS
Experience:
With CRTC since 2021; 40 years experience in the culinary industry, 30 months on Presidential Food Service Team at the White House.
Education/Credentials:
Basic and Advanced culinary training in the U.S. Navy, SafeServ Certified
Other Interests:
Playing with my dog, Freedom, camping, working in the yard with my wife
Email
jmccarter@sau8.org
Melissa Wilkins
BAKING & PASTRY WORKFORCE SPECIALIST /
SPECIAL EVENTS COORDINATOR
Experience:
7 years experience in the baking and pastry industry including high-end style bakeries, and chocolate shops.
Education/Credentials:
Associate’s degree in Baking and Pastry from The Culinary Institute of America. Certified in ServSafe.
Other Interests:
Hiking, kayaking, camping, and spending time with family and friends.
Email
mwilkins@sau8.org