Culinary Arts

Culinary Arts Program – Create, Cook, and Craft Your Future

Food is more than fuel—it’s creativity, culture, and connection. In the Culinary Arts Program, students learn everything from the basics of professional cooking to the artistry of designing and plating dishes that truly inspire.

You’ll start with knife skills, food safety, and classic cooking techniques, then move into baking and pastry, global cuisines, catering, and restaurant operations. The highlight of the program? Students get to run a professional kitchen right on campus—planning menus, preparing meals, and serving guests. It’s real-world experience that builds confidence and teamwork while preparing you for life in the fast-paced culinary industry.

Along the way, students have the chance to compete in culinary showcases and national competitions like SkillsUSA, testing their skills against the best and gaining recognition that can open doors to future opportunities.

Culinary Arts is about more than cooking—it’s about opportunity. With skills that can take you anywhere in the world, from food trucks and farm-to-table restaurants to hotels, bakeries, military, cruise ships, and resorts, this program prepares you to thrive in one of the most exciting and creative industries out there.

Professional Certifications and College Connections

National Restaurant Association Food Handler Certification

ANAB - Accredited Food Allergy Training

S/P2 Professional Skills Certification

10-hour OSHA Certification – General Industry

Culinary Institute of America –Two years of WCTC program meets experience requirements for entry into culinary program.

All Maine Community Colleges have articulation agreements for Servsafe certification.

👉 Turn your passion into a profession. The world is hungry for what you can create.

Career Opportunities in Culinary Arts

Graduates of the Culinary Arts Program can pursue a wide range of careers in the food industry, including:

• Line Cook / Prep Cook – Start your journey in professional kitchens.

• Sous Chef / Executive Chef – Lead culinary teams and craft menus.

• Baker / Pastry Chef – Specialize in breads, desserts, and confections.

• Caterer / Event Chef – Design and deliver menus for weddings, events, and celebrations.

• Restaurant Owner / Food Entrepreneur – Launch your own restaurant, café, or food truck.

• Food Stylist / Culinary Artist – Create visually stunning dishes for photography and media.

• Hospitality & Resort Chef – Cook for hotels, cruise ships, or destination resorts.

• Nutrition & Wellness Chef – Blend health and flavor in schools, hospitals, or wellness centers.

• Research & Development Chef – Innovate new recipes, products, and food trends for major brands.

With Culinary Arts, you’re not just cooking meals—you’re shaping experiences, building community, and creating a career that can take you anywhere.