This course presents basic baking techniques and convenience baking techniques and procedures related to food service operations. Use and care of equipment are presented. Sanitation and hygiene considerations are reviewed.
Culinary Assistant
If the fast-paced restaurant and catering industry makes your mouth water, serve up your career in short order. In under a year, Gateway’s Culinary Assistant technical diploma program will give you hands-on training in knife handling, baking, food preparation techniques and short order deli skills you need to get your first break in an entry-level position. In addition to kitchen skills and menu planning, starting at Gateway’s culinary school will also train you for commercial, industry-standard operations.
- Study in state-of-the art facilities on the Racine and Elkhorn campuses, which feature restaurant-quality stoves, smokers, combination ovens, walk-in freezer/coolers and more. The Racine Campus facilities also include a bakery and retail outlet, demonstration kitchen and dining room.
- Develop hands-on teamwork skills in the classroom while preparing food for and serving the public with other students as you practice the skills employers want.
- Gain resume-building experience by joining the Culinary Arts Club and work with area high schools on cupcake wars, chicken wing cook-offs and chili competitions.
- Get personalized, hands-on learning with small class sizes as you complete this one-year diploma.
- Earn an education and a living. Get hired in a kitchen with the diploma or continue your education with Gateway’s Culinary Arts associate degree and related certificates.
Program Credits
30
Location
Elkhorn Campus, Racine Campus
Financial Aid Eligible
Yes
Estimated Program Cost
Tuition & Fees: $5,366
Books & Supplies: $2,120
Start Dates
Fall
Salary Outlook
$29,765
Career Opportunities: Food Service Specialist, Cook, Cafeteria Cook
Culinary Assistant Career Pathway
Career Pathways are designed to help you reach your educational goals and explore college and career options. Pathways are made up of related certificates, diplomas and degrees that build on common skills and knowledge. You can begin at any point on the Career Pathway and customize your pathway to fit your goals. View the pathway for your area of interest.
