Cooking & Baking Career Certificate
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Degree Title
Cooking & Baking Career Certificate
Division
Liberal Arts
Degree Designation
Certificate
Undergraduate (UG)
Undergraduate
Program Description
This certificate provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary for an entry-level position in a commercial kitchen or bakery. Students will be able to demonstrate basic culinary skills, practice sanitary food handling, and incorporate basic nutrition principles into recipes. Students can use these courses towards the Food Service and Hospitality Management and the Culinary Technology degree.
Demonstrate and apply proper use of professional food service equipment, safety and sanitation in the work environment
Use basic principles and techniques of food preparation to produce various types of foods
Apply knowledge of traditional and contemporary cooking and baking procedures within a variety of world cuisines
Evaluate and alter recipes and menus based on different needs, such as quantity and nutrition
Identify the concepts of cost control, purchasing and receiving in food service operations
Apply industry related knowledge and skills in a professional culinary and service setting