Program Information

This red seal program provides training in the preparation and presentation of a variety of food for a variety of groups. Some of the duties include:

• Estimate food requirements using menus
• Retrieve food from storage and suppliers
• Wash, peel and cut vegetables
• Prepare, season and cook foods
• Evaluate nutritional values and sanitation standards

 
OUTCOMES

1. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
2. Develop menus.
3. Practice and maintain sanitary standards.
4. Develop production procedures.

 
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

1. High School
High School Graduation
2.  Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
 
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:

• Hotels
• Restaurants
• Catering firms
• Cafeterias
• Health care institutions
• Specialty food outlets
• Work camps