The Culinary Arts Program instructs individuals on the basics of the culinary industry and prepares the graduate for entry- to mid-level employment in a variety of positions within the culinary field.

Instructor Biographies:

Earnest Miller

Prerequisites: n/a

Age: Adults 17+

Location Served Rochester/Monroe County and surrounding counties

Culinary Arts Program Entry Requirements: 

• Current Year Income
  • 1040/1040A or 1040 EZ Tax Form (wage statement and paystubs NOT accepted); or
  • Letter of Introduction and current Budget Sheet from DHS; or
  • Total income from Social Security, Disability, or Supplemental Security
• Photo Identification
  • United States Citizenship (New York State Driver License, United States Passport or NYS Department of Human Services Photo Benefit Card); or 
  • Legal Alien Status (I-94 or Green Card)
• Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) Test
  • 8.0 reading comprehension
  • 7.0 math
• Immunization Record
  • MMR record from physician (included in REOC Certificate of Health form)
• Entry Requirements: Complete REOC Certificate of Health Statement form, interview with Culinary Department.

Program Duration: 20 weeks

Academic Calendar and Hours of Program Operation: Please Click Here for Current Program Schedule.

Cost: Tuiton-free

Fees: Approximately $240

Career Options: Kitchen Steward, Banquet Chef, Lead Cook, Line Cook, Production Cook.

Career Outlook: Click Here to view career options in America's Job Bank

NOTE: This program is held at an off-site location.

NOTE: ALL INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE