Culinary Arts - Nashville State Community College

Culinary Arts from Nashville State Community College is a Campus Associate Food degree that prepares you for a Vocational Programs career. General Information The mission of the Culinary Arts program at Nashville State Community College is to: Be Middle Tennessee?s foremost provider of formally trained culinarians. Prepare individuals for an immediate positive contribution within the hospitality industry by providing a fundamentally sound, progressive, relevant, and enriched culinary education. Culinary Arts education prepares students for careers as chefs and culinary professionals in a variety of hospitality businesses. The program includes a core of culinary arts courses which develop cooking skills and provide instruction in purchasing, cost control, sanitation, nutrition, and supervision. In addition, students receive a well-rounded academic experience including business, computer, and liberal arts courses preparing students for a successful career as culinary professionals. Graduates of the program will be able to demonstrate: The ability to think creatively and work effectively in team environments within a kitchen production facility. Competency in food production cooking methods including hot and cold foods, baking and pastry, international dishes and contemporary American cuisine. A working knowledge of culinary theory and terms, and the ability to operate within a kitchen production facility. Knowledge of nutrition principles, menu writing, cost and inventory control, and safety and sanitation principles. Career Opportunities Chef Pastry Chef Sous-Chef Line Cook Pastry Cook Kitchen Manager Assistant Kitchen Manager Catering Production and Operations Food Sales and Marketing View more details on Nashville State Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Food courses.