CULINARY ARTS

CULINARY ARTS 1

Requirements: Grades 11-12 only, Application Required, Full Year Program

This course is designed to introduce students to the hospitality industry with a major focus on Culinary Arts. Students will learn and apply principles of safety, sanitation, and food preparation. The students will participate in catering and special projects via The Hive catering company. In addition, they will learn and practice employability skills, goal setting, and problem-solving. They will apply math, science, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration skills to a variety of situations. Students will learn core knowledge and skills in both hot foods and baking. This class is available to students in their junior and/or senior years. Students have the opportunity to earn a nationally recognized certificate through the National Restaurant Association with the ServSafe program, as well as to participate in the SkillsUSA competition. Students are required to purchase a chef's uniform and non-slip shoes (estimated total of $160; scholarships are available). Articulation is available at Schoolcraft College and Northern Michigan College.

CULINARY ARTS 2

Requirements: Grade 12 only, Application Required, Full Year Program, Successful Completion of Culinary Arts 1

Culinary Arts 2 offers advanced coursework and practical application of the skills, techniques, and knowledge gained from the year one course. Year two students select a discipline of either Hot Foods or Baking and Pastry to continue exploring and honing their interest-based skills. Students utilize the Rouxbe CTE curriculum, offering them an in-depth, self-paced medium for growing in knowledge and skill. Students will also participate more actively in The Hive Catering Company by applying nutritional analysis and recipe costing to the weekly menu and catered events. Year two students also have the opportunity to earn advanced certification through the American Culinary Federation. Articulation is available at Schoolcraft and Northern Michigan College.