Food Production Certificate
College-approved Certificate
Program Description
Completion of the coursework for the first two semesters of the Food Production Certificate provides the students with a college-approved certificate indicating that the student has been provided with the background necessary to establish and maintain sanitation standards for food service operations under the National Certification guidelines, as well as assist in the day-to-day kitchen operation of any institution.
Students can proceed toward a degree in Culinary Arts upon completion of this certificate if they so desire.
Additional Information
A minimum of 27 credits and 9 courses is required for completion. The same course
may not be used as two different course requirements.
Some courses may have prerequisites. Please see course descriptions in the catalog
or online course search for details.
The Food Production Certificate enables students to:
- Practice the technical skills used in food preparation and service;
- Establish and maintain sanitation standards for service operations under the National Certification guidelines;
- Become proficient in the proper use and maintenance of professional foodservice equipment;
- Apply fundamental concepts, skills, and techniques of basic baking;
- Apply the principles of food identification, food utilization, and menu writing;
- Develop the professionalism necessary for working successfully with subordinates, peers, supervisors, suppliers, customers and industry professionals;
- Apply nutrition, sustainable and practical culinary principles in preparation for the contemporary job market.
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