In this one-year program, students will develop many culinary skills while fine-tuning essential food preparation and knife skills. they will gain a well-rounded educational experience by taking hospitality-related theory courses such as nutrition, purchasing and menu planning and food and baking theory.

Students will also have the opportunity to practice their skills and hone culinary craft to be ready to launch their career with a professional kitchen or catering company. Gain practical, hands-on kitchen training in Fanshawe College’s teaching restaurant, The Chef’s Table at Fanshawe College, located in the heart of downtown London close to potential employers.

Students may choose to further extend their culinary skills by bridging into the second year of the Cook II Apprenticeship, Culinary Management, Nutrition and Food Services Management, or the second semester of Baking and Pastry Arts Management, and graduate with two credentials.