This program is a two-year program, which prepares you for jobs in the Culinary, Food Service and Restaurant Industry Hospitality. You will train in Operations, Service, Salads, Bakery, Range, Catering and Management. The course instruction develops skills in job readiness, food production, service and supervision, safety, sanitation, profitability, good working relations, production of a quality, attractive product are emphasized. Upon successful completion of this program you may receive occupational certification from Meridian Technology Center and the Oklahoma Department of Vocational and Technical Education.

EQUIPMENT USED
You will learn to use the following commercial cooking equipment: steamer, steam-jacket kettle, deep fat fryers, gas range, tilting skillet, conventional and convection ovens, slicer, chopper, mixer, grater, and food processing equipment. Students learn proper use of hand tools, weights and measures, garnishing, and decorating.

STRONG POINT
Individualized one-on-one instruction, state of the art facility and equipment, highest quality food and training materials are utilized. Specialized training in cake decorating, garnishing, catering, and gourmet cooking.

SKILLS NEEDED FOR SUCCESS
English, math, problem solving, and human relations skills are essential in the program. Ability to read and follow recipes, leadership and team working skills are beneficial.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students train specifically for these occupations: Cook or Cook's Helper, Baker or Baker's Assistant, Cashier, Salad and Pantry Worker, Dining Room Host or Server, Wait Person, Dinner or Fry Cook, Cashier and Manager Trainee.

For more information on enrolling in the Culinary Arts Program, call 405-377-3333 or email us at careers@meridian-technology.com.