
Culinary Studies/Food & Nutrition
The Phoenix College Culinary Studies and Food Service Administration programs equip students with the knowledge and training necessary for an entry level or higher career in one of the many food service fields. Graduates find a variety of different positions depending on their experience and expertise. The employment outlook is excellent (depending on ability) and the starting salaries are in a range from $14,000 to $24,000 yearly.
The Culinary Studies program focuses on the "back of the house" kitchen areas of food and beverage industry. The Food Service Administration program is aimed toward a career in management with exposure to both hotels and restaurants and the on-site food service industry. Students will be exposed to entry level skills that are needed for the following occupations in the food service field.
| Professional Cooks |
Kitchen Supervisors |
Banquet Cooks |
| Aspiring Chefs |
Dining Room Supervisors |
Dining Room Captains |
| Assistant Managers |
Customer Service Rep. |
Catering Cooks |
| Restaurant Managers |
Bakers |
Assistant Chefs |
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Catering Sales |
Dietary Managers |
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Banquet Supervisors |
Beverage Managers |
It is critical to have working experience to make you knowledgeable in your field of expertise. We graduate aspiring chefs and managers who move into the industry and team together the fundaments they have learned with working experience to become the workforce of the future. Upon completion of the program, students may also pursue further management or culinary skills in a private or four year university.
We offer a flexible curriculum that meets your needs
Full and part-time students find our curriculum fits their schedules. We offer day, afternoon, evening and weekend classes. Working professionals can update their skills and enhance their promotability by attending a variety of scheduled classes.
For Culinary Cafe reservations, call: 602-285-7764.
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