Our performance-based training emphasizes the skills you will need in the real world of work. You learn from professionals with years of work experience. You train in facilities and with equipment similar to what you will find on the job. And you are graded according to how well you can actually do what you have learned. The school has over 3,000 square feet of space and includes two operating kitchens equipped for quantity cooking, catering and baking, and a dining area with tables and chairs for serving approximately 25 students at one time.
All students work in food production to become familiar with the tools of their trade.
In all courses of study at the school, an on the job climate has been created aimed at preparing students for future job situations. A student operated simulated restaurant provides valuable experience in real life quantity cooking and service. The school is licensed by the New York State Education Department and offers a variety of culinary programs. The Academy began with the Professional Cooking with Internship program. This program is offered weekdays in both morning and afternoon sessions.