Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Culinary Arts/Chef Training is offered as a two- to four-year certificate program at Eastern Maine Community College, a public institution located in Bangor, ME. This program provides more advanced training in professional culinary arts, including cooking techniques, baking, menu development, kitchen management, and food service business operations.

Within the culinary arts field (CIP 12.0503), this longer certificate builds on foundational cooking skills to prepare students for supervisory and specialized culinary roles. Eastern Maine Community College also offers a shorter one- to two-year Culinary Arts/Chef Training certificate as well as related programs in Computer Support Specialist, Electrician, Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, and Building Construction Technology/Technician. Students can expect expanded coursework in advanced cooking methods, cost control, and culinary management.