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Quality training without the cost. Train under the direction of quality instructors (ACF Chef of the Year).
 Culinary Arts is designed to give students a basic but diverse experience in today’s food service establishments and is a program for adults looking for a career change or a fresh start in the restaurant industry. The training will involve hands-on experience in the kitchen. The focus will be on basic fundamentals of the industry along with building knowledge of the fashionable trends in the culinary industry. The focus in the kitchen will be on product and equipment identification, kitchen math, sanitation, knife skills, baking principles, inventory and purchasing, and basic cooking skills in-line with American Culinary Federation guidelines. The program features state-of-the-art kitchen facilities, award-winning culinary instructors, small class size/personal attention and preparation of over 1,000 meals daily.
In the classroom students will learn computer skills, work force job skills and résumé writing. Upon graduation from the program students will be able to fill positions at entry level and mid-entry levels. They will learn the team player philosophy and be comfortable and confident in acquiring a job.
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Requirements**
Click Here to view REOC Admission Requirements. View Culinary Arts Program Requirements Checklist.
FAQ's:
Q: What is Culinary Arts?
A: Culinary Arts is a program for adults looking for a career change or a fresh start in the restaurant industry. The training will involve hands on experience in the kitchen. The focus will be on basic fundamentals of the industry along with building knowledge of the fashionable trends in the industry. The focus in the kitchen will be on product and equipment identification, kitchen math, sanitation, knife skills, baking principles, inventory and purchasing, and basic cooking skills in line with American Culinary Federation guidelines.
Q: Where is the program offered?
A: The applied coursework of the culinary program is offered at 161 Chestnut Street Rochester, NY 14604. The program features state-of-the-art kitchen facilities, award-winning culinary instructors, small class size/personal attention and preparation of over 1,000 meals daily.
Q: Are there any fees for the program?
A: The program is tuition-free*. Please contact the Admissions department for additional information.
Q: How do I apply?
A: Application info is available at REOC guest services. The first step is making a TABE test appointment. To do that call 232-2730 ex. 235. This appointment can be made when talking to guest services.
Q: Do I need experience to apply?
A: No experience is necessary. Enthusiasm is a plus.
Q: How many students are in a class?
A: Culinary Arts accepts 12 students per term.
Career Options:
Kitchen Steward, Banquet Chef, Lead Cook, Line Cook, Production Cook.
Career Outlook:
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*MUST MEET SUNY/REOC Requirements.
**Requirements may vary by program/course and are subject to change without notice.
Immunization records, Income verification, US Citizenship or Legal Alien status and Picture Identification required for ALL programs. Please call (585) 232-2730 ext. 235 for the most up-to-date information. The Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) is given to all applicants to ensure that program reading and/or math requirements are met, and to ensure program completion and success.
Programs, courses descriptions, fees and schedules are subject to change without notice.
REOC does not discriminate on any basis. REOC facilities meet accessibility guidelines.
NOTE: ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
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Programs Offered 
REOC is always interested in classes or programs that will help adults learn new skills to enter the job market, gain a promotion or change careers. 