91猎奇

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Culinary Arts

Turn Up the Heat on Your Career

Tuition

$3,000

Program Length

30 credits

Next Start Date

12/07/2026

Enroll by

11/19/2026

Location

Main Campus

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Hands-On Training for Tomorrow鈥檚 Culinary Leaders

Step into a career where science meets art. From food safety to fine dining, the Culinary Arts program gives you the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a fulfilling career that delights and inspires.

Avg. Salary

$35k

for 91猎奇 Grads

Career Growth

1.20%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

From planning menus to prepping ingredients, each day starts with a focus on preparation. Whether sauteing, plating, or managing a team, culinary professionals balance creativity with precision under pressure. You鈥檒l work closely with other staff, adapt to customer feedback, and ensure every dish meets the highest standards. It鈥檚 a career made for those who love food, teamwork, and the thrill of a busy service.
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Having an education is important鈥ou may have skills now but will develop them鈥on鈥檛 say no to opportunity.

Tania Rodriguez – Culinary Arts

Culinary Arts Graduate

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Foundational Skills

Learn basic kitchen skills and cooking techniques, safety, sanitation, and knife skills.

Hands-on Kitchen Experience

Practice skills in a real production kitchen on a daily basis.

Learn from Talented Chefs

Work alongside experienced chefs to practice culinary skills and gain unique experience.

Real Catering Experience

Gain hands-on experience with planning and preparing food for large catering events.

Potential Career Paths

Chef

Professional cook and kitchen manager, responsible for all aspects of food preparation.

Sous Chef

Act as the right-hand person for a chef, including inventory control, staff scheduling, and kitchen supervision.

Line Chef

Responsible for preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and standards.

91猎奇 Partners who hire our Culinary Arts graduates

Program Overview

The Culinary Arts program is designed to provide a broad base of classical and contemporary cooking knowledge combined with hands-on experience, giving each student confidence in new skills and preparing them to move successfully into a career in food service and hospitality.

Instruction includes practice of proper safety and sanitation; preparation of cold foods, stocks, soups, sauces, meats, poultry, seafood, grains, fruits, and vegetables according to classically prescribed techniques and methods; and proper use and understanding of formulas and recipes in the preparation of basic quick breads, yeast breads, cakes, pastries, and other baked goods. Students receive hands-on experience in many aspects of the industry, including catering, short-order cooking, banquet, and fine dining.聽

Classroom Hours
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options
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Estimated Tuition
$3,000

Estimated Materials Cost
$320

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes

Program Materials

MaterialRequiredNewCourses
Chef Hat鉁�$15All
Chef Coat鉁�$33All
Chef Pant鉁�$33All
Culinary Apron鉁�$11All
ServSafe – Not provided by the bookstore鉁�$35All
Genesis Medium Knife Set$183All
Renaissance Knife Set Premium$221All
Small Genesis Knife Set (Choose 1 of 3 knife set options)鉁�$102All
On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals Pearson, 6th Ed. ISBN: 9780134441900鉁�$90All
Subtotal of required materials$319

Material costs are subject to change.

This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application at any time.

The 91猎奇 Culinary Arts program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.

Enroll ByStart Date
11/19/202612/07/2026
12/17/202601/11/2027
01/14/202701/25/2027
01/28/202702/08/2027
02/18/202703/01/2027
03/04/202703/15/2027
03/25/202704/12/2027
04/15/202704/26/2027
04/29/202705/10/2027
05/13/202705/24/2027
05/27/202706/07/2027
Where to Go on Your First Day

Student Union Building (UB), Room 108. The building is on the south side of campus and has multiple entry points.

What to Bring
  • Adult students: On Cooking textbook
  • High school students: A textbook will be provided in class at no cost.

Your program coordinator will email you before your start date with details about your first day, orientation, and what to expect.

  • Receive state-approved food safety management certification.
  • Demonstrate kitchen safety in a professional environment.
  • Define key culinary terms, processes, and methods.
  • Demonstrate customer service and guest hospitality.
  • Demonstrate professionalism through repetition by preparing and plating foods daily.
  • Prepare classic dishes using appropriate cooking principles.

Required Core Courses (Credits: 20)

Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
Culinary Arts Core (Credits: 20)
TECA 1000Sanitation and Safety1$100
TECA 1010Introduction to Culinary Arts1$100
TECA 1020Culinary Math1$100
TECA 1100Culinary I3$300
TECA 1110Culinary Techniques3$300
TECA 1200Soups, Stocks, and Sauces3$300
TECA 1330Breakfast Foods2$200
TECA 1400Garde Manger 鈥� Cold Kitchen3$300
TECA 1500Baking I3$300

Elective Courses (Credits: 10)

Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
Culinary Arts Electives (Credits: 10)
TECA 1210World Cuisine2$200
TECA 1300Hors d'oeuvres2$200
TECA 1310Brunch2$200
TECA 1420Garde Manger II3$300
TECA 1520Pies and Pastries2$200
TECA 1530Cakes and Frostings2$200
TECA 1540Custards and Frozen Desserts2$200
TECA 1620Advanced Yeast Breads2$200
TECA 1840Food Purchasing and Budgets2$200
TECA 1930Culinary Arts Special Projects1$100
TECA 1940Culinary Arts Externship1$100

Upon completion of the Culinary Arts program, students will be prepared to receive their state-approved food safety management certification.

 

 

Jose Rodriguez

Jose is the coordinator of the Culinary Arts program. An 91猎奇 Alumni of the Culinary Arts program, Jose has several years of industry experience. He earned multiple national awards for food quality as a Chef Manager of a healthcare facility. Jose鈥檚 expertise shines as he oversees the Campus Grill and instructs students on daily production and projects. His broad background enriches the instruction he provides and supports the students of the Culinary Arts department.

jose.rodriguez@otech.edu

801-627-8357

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