Culinary Arts/Chef Training

Culinary Arts/Chef Training is a one- to two-year certificate program offered at Kaskaskia College, a public institution in Centralia, IL. The program provides students with foundational skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, kitchen management, and culinary arts relevant to entry-level positions in the food service industry.

This program is part of the culinary arts and related services field (CIP 12.0503) and is one of several workforce-focused programs at Kaskaskia College. Related programs at the school include Food Service, Waiter/Waitress, and Dining Room Management/Manager, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist General, Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance, and Robotics Technology/Technician at both credential levels. Students can expect practical kitchen training alongside instruction in food safety, nutrition, and culinary fundamentals.