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Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand
Le Cordon Bleu has more than 40 international schools in over 20 countries. In New Zealand, Le Cordon Bleu offer intensive training in the culinary arts for chefs and those aspiring towards a career in food and hospitality The Institute delivers a very intensive and comprehensive training in classical French culinary techniques. It combines the very best of new world innovation and local cuisine with the principles, techniques and artistry of the French traditions. New Zealand offers the ultimate ‘farm to plate’ food experience with the freshest, most delicious seasonal produce available. New Zealand cuisine has a unique vitality that can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
Main Campus:
Wellington
Locations:
Wellington
Student Population:
300
Faculties: Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Business, Bachelor of Hospitality Management, Diplôme de Cuisine, Diplôme de Pâtisserie, Grand Diplôme de Cuisine & Pâtisserie, Wine Education
Overview
Introduction
Le Cordon Bleu has more than 40 international schools in over 20 countries.
In New Zealand, Le Cordon Bleu offer intensive training in the culinary arts for chefs and those aspiring towards a career in food and hospitality The Institute delivers a very intensive and comprehensive training in classical French culinary techniques. It combines the very best of new world innovation and local cuisine with the principles, techniques and artistry of the French traditions. New Zealand offers the ultimate ‘farm to plate’ food experience with the freshest, most delicious seasonal produce available. New Zealand cuisine has a unique vitality that can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
Location
‘Lonely Planet’ called Wellington the ‘coolest little capital in the world’ for good reason: it’s cosmopolitan, creative, compact, culturally diverse, and safe. Wellington is an easy and affordable city to live and study in. The campus is in the heart of the city’s creative and cultural area, with many cafés, restaurants and shops surrounding the school. Many safe and affordable accommodation options are also close by, often in walking distance of classes. It is convenient and easy to get around on foot in the city. Wellington’s affordable, safe and extensive public transport links makes it straight-forward to get around without a car.
Teaching Quality
Only the very best academic staff and internationally renowned chefs are employed at Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand. They bring with them many years of industry experience and leadership in hospitality at all levels. Graduates of Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand will leave with a qualification respected around the world for excellence, and an edge over others competing on the global stage.
Student Services
Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand’s friendly team is always happy to assist with questions on accommodation , student services etc.
The Institute has a dedicated staff member who can help you with advice and guidance on different types of accommodation in Wellington. Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand offers all international students a pick-up service from Wellington International Airport. One of their friendly hosts will collect you on arrival and transport you safely to your accommodation.
Student Satisfaction
Le Cordon Bleu graduates are living their culinary adventures around the world. Le Cordon Bleu qualifications start students on an inspirational journey of excellence, creativity, innovation and personal enrichment that enables them to go on and forge their own successful professional paths.
Over the past 100 years, Le Cordon Bleu has produced many famous graduates, including Dione Lucas, Julia Child, Nancy Silverton, Nathalie Dupree, Eric and Bruce Bromberg, Allen Susser, James Peterson, Brad Farmerie, Lydia Shire, Giada De Laurentiis, Gaston Acurio, Yotam Ottolenghi and Ming Tsai, to name just a few.
Graduate Employability
Graduates of Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand will leave with a qualification respected around the world for excellence, and an edge over others competing on the global stage.
A qualification from Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand gives students access to the world’s most renowned establishments in the hospitality industry. The training gives students the skills to take their career to the very highest levels across the globe.
Areas Of Study
Programmes
Le Cordon Bleu New Zealand offers a range of qualifications at all levels: certificate, diploma, and degree. With its prestigious qualifications in culinary arts and hospitality management, graduates who possess passion, drive and skill are able to reach the top of their profession and embark on an international career in the food and hospitality industries.
Campus Facilities
Campus Life
Opened in 2012, the state-of-the-art, purpose built culinary school has been designed with the student’s success in mind.
With brand new, fully equipped training kitchens and student learning spaces, the campus is situated in the heart of Wellington’s vibrant dining and entertainment quarter. Classes incorporate the latest technologies to support learning, and students are encouraged to work together to emulate the teamwork culture found in the world’s greatest kitchens. With some of the country’s best restaurants and cafes just a few steps from the campus, students are never far from a unique New Zealand experience, inside and outside the kitchen.