The Program at UCC
The Culinary Arts Certificate provides basic chef training. After studying the fundamentals of classical and contemporary cuisine and restaurant procedures, students will develop advanced skills in garde manger and a la carte cooking. Students will have the opportunity to choose between a local or distant internship during their final term of the program.
Completion of this program could lead to employment as one of the following:
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Apprentice Cook
Cook's Helper
Assistant ( Sous ) Chef
Line Cook
Chef
According to the Oregon Department of Labor, the projected growth rate in this industry is expected to exceed 14% over the next ten years. The average number of annual local region jobs openings is expected to exceed 300 positions.
Applicants interested in this program must meet the following prerequisites:
- Have a current Oregon food handler's permit.
- Be able to pass periodic drug screening tests.
Required Courses
You can expect to take courses in these subjects:
- Cooking Theories & Skills
- Food Service Sanitation & Safety
- Buffet and Banquet Planning
- Dining Room & Kitchen Functions
- Restaurant & Kitchen Supervision
- Restaurant Baking
- European Speciality Baking
- Culinary Arts Internship
- Garde Manager
- Other Subject Areas
For more information about this program and how to enroll please contact:
Chris Van Dyke
Phone: (541)440-7658
E-mail: Chris.VanDyke@umpqua.edu
Umpqua Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Umpqua Community College, PO Box 967, Roseburg Oregon 97470 Phone: (541)440-4600.
This page last updated 9-13-07.