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Train with the best. If you have a passion for food, the California School of Culinary Arts, located in Pasadena, CA, can prepare you for success. CSCA has become one of the most well-known and respected culinary schools in the country. Work beside industry trained Chef Instructors committed to excellence. Graduate from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Program in as little as 15 months and take advantage of extensive job placement assistance. Click here to learn more.
Sanitation is the first and most important class in culinary school. This course covers principles of enforced sanitation standards, and the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems. Students are shown how to safely handle food from acquisition to service, and receive the NRA Sanitation Certificate upon successful completion.
Food in History examines the origin and history of the culinary arts throughout the ages. Students consider the influence of the founders of cuisine on modern culinary art, and the evolution of culinary style, trends and culture.
Applied Math for Food Service takes a close look at purchasing operations in the hospitality industry, including product specifications, food cost analysis, and the application of technology in today's culinary marketplace.
Culinary Language explores the use of language in the hospitality industry, exposing students to a working knowledge of culinary Spanish, French and Italian.
Wine and Beverage reviews the use of wine, beer, coffee and tea in the hospitality industry, and explores the techniques involved in pairing food and beverages.
Nutritional Cooking introduces basic nutritional principles, including the physiology of eating, and cooking for specialized diets.
Psychology of the Kitchen takes an intense look at management, leadership, supervision and the personal relationships that occur between workers. Students will practice job search skills, and fine-tune their résumés.
During the Restaurant Practical, students put their skills to the test, serving the population of Pasadena the finest, most innovative and well-prepared modern cuisine. Students spend two weeks in each station, where they will be exposed to all aspects of their chosen profession.
The final term of the CSCA education involves a 360-hour Externship. Under the direct supervision of an externship coordinator, students are placed, monitored and evaluated.
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