Culinary Arts/Chef Training

The Culinary Arts/Chef Training certificate program at South Texas College is a two-to-four-year certificate offered by this public institution in McAllen, TX. Classified under CIP code 12.0503 in the culinary arts and personal and culinary services field, the program develops students' proficiency in professional cooking techniques, kitchen management, food safety, and the preparation of a range of cuisines applicable to restaurant and institutional foodservice settings.

This program is one of several vocational and technical certificates at South Texas College. Related offerings include Baking and Pastry Arts, Construction Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Drafting and Design Technology, and Electrical and Power Transmission Installation. Students in the Culinary Arts/Chef Training program can expect hands-on kitchen instruction emphasizing classical and contemporary cooking methods, sanitation standards, and the practical skills required for employment in professional culinary environments.