Culinary Arts Colleges

Pasadena's Californa School of Culinary Arts is a State of California-approved culinary school accredited by The Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS). CSCA is among the elite of cooking schools partnering with the widely recognized Le Cordon Bleu.

Western Culinary Institute: Cooking used to be seen as a hobby, but these days it's looked upon as a smart career decision. No wonder--with America's ever-growing love for fine dining, the culinary arts is one of the fastest growing professional fields. In fact, the industry is predicted to have 3 million new positions by 2005 (Newsweek, July 7, 1997). How's that for job security?

With such a bright future ahead for the foodservice industry, career opportunities are virtually unlimited. Western Culinary Institute has specialized its curriculum for job- and career-oriented students. Students at WCI are interested in education that will prepare them for professional culinary careers and advancement opportunities.

The curriculum is structured to ensure that all diploma graduates receive a diversified education in culinary arts. This progressive, comprehensive education provides students the fundamentals needed to follow their chosen culinary career path

The following programs also offer culinary arts study. Please note that the following programs are not affiliated with Le Cordon Bleu.

Kendall College Get the real-world skills it takes to succeed in an exciting career in Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, Hospitality Management, and more, at Kendall College. Our culinary program—the only one in the Midwest to be internationally acclaimed –combines practical experience in our professionally equipped kitchens. Earn your Associate or Bachelor degree or a certificate Baking and Pastry, Professional Catering, Professional Personal Chef and Professional Cookery. Our two-year Associate degree in Baking and Pastry Arts helps you launch a successful career in a professionally bakery or pastry kitchen, and our Hospitality Management program, located in Switzerland, combines food and restaurant operations with management education.

Culinary Arts programs:

Culinary Arts - Associate Degree: This program provides a solid foundation in food preparation, purchasing, inventory control, sanitation, and creative cooking methods. Successful graduates are prepared to combine these essential basics with a personal creative flair.

Professional Cook - Diploma: The Professional Cook is the mainstay of all commercial food preparation. Professional cooks deal literally "hands-on" with food, its storage and cleanliness, as well as its preparation and presentation utilizing a variety of styles and techniques. The Professional Cook program differs from the associate degree program specifically because it does not emphasize the general studies courses necessary for the degree. This program is also available in the evenings and on weekends.

Culinary Arts / Restaurant Management: Graduates will be prepared to assume entry-level positions as prep cooks, line cooks, assistant food service managers, and assistant restaurant managers. This program is specially designed for the person who plans a successful food service career, and/or plans to open a restaurant, catering service, or other food service establishment. Months of study are crowned by a 360-hour externship in which students gain real, on-the-job experience working in a restaurant or food-related business.