Professional Cook Program - Certificate

There are no limits to where your culinary career can take you with employment options in five-star dining rooms to crafting perfect eggs benny at your favourite brunch spot.As a provincial Industry Training Authority (ITA) for professional cooks 1, 2 and 3, our skilled instructors teach you culinary fundamentals for detailed menu planning, quality ingredient selection and efficient meal preparation. Learn the complexities of a creative menu and go on to master kitchen skills as you achieve our most advanced credential, the national Red Seal certification.

Successful completion of Grade 10 or equivalent with passing grades in any Math 10 and any English 10.

Applicants who lack the specific English admission requirements may still gain admission to the program with the understanding that they will successfully complete ENGL 66 Essential English course in the first year of their program. This course must be completed to be able to advance beyond 30 program credits.

All applicants must acknowledge that they are in good general health, as well as have the ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 25 kg.