Culinary Skills

Centennial College’s Culinary Skills program is well-rounded and will take just one year to complete. This college certificate program will emphasize a culinary skills foundation while sourcing local Ontario food products and teaching the art of seasonal cooking.

From industry-leading chef faculty members, students learn to prepare exquisite menus and dishes inspired by global food trends and flavours. These dedicated instructors will provide learners with the hands-on training and learning experiences that will ensure they master culinary fundamentals, ingredients, food preparation and all of the other skills required to enter this exciting industry. This training will take place in culinary labs, including Centennial College’s cafe, restaurant and event centre. Students will also come to understand that a career in the culinary field is fueled by passion and rewarded through skill development.

Upon successful program completion, graduates will obtain important industry certifications such as Smart Serve, Safe Food Handlers and CPR, which will increase their employability.

What You’ll Learn

• Provide fundamental culinary preparation and presentation for a variety of food service environments using a range of classical and contemporary techniques.
• Apply basic food and bake science to food preparation to create the desired end product.
• Contribute to and monitor adherence of others to the provision of a well-maintained kitchen environment and to the service of food and beverage products that are free from harmful bacteria or other contaminants, adhering to health, safety, sanitation and food handling regulations.
• Ensure the safe operation of the kitchen and all aspects of food preparation to promote healthy work spaces and the responsible, efficient use of resources.
• Support the development of menu options that reflect knowledge of nutrition and food ingredients, promote general health and well-being, respond to a range of nutritional needs and preferences and address modifications for special diets, food allergies and intolerances, as required.

Additional ancillary fees for career services, health and counselling, athletics, student ID cards, and more may apply.