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Degree Type: Proficiency Certificate
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Total Credit Hours: 18
About This Certificate
Get a start in the city's growing hospitality industry with our Culinary Arts Proficiency Certificate program. You'll learn about food preparation, baking, menu planning, food safety and other skills required for possible entry-level employment as a cook within the food industry. In addition, you will have access to experienced faculty who will provide hands-on learning in our state-of-the-art culinary kitchens and classrooms. Upon completion, the courses may be applied to the Culinary Arts Associate in Applied Science degree.
Quick Information
- General Contact Call (215) 751-8010
Course Sequence
Launch Your Career in Culinary Arts
- Baker – est. salary $29,724
- Butcher and Meat Cutters– est. salary $34,833
- Chefs and Head Cooks – est. salary $55,289
- Cooks, private household – est. salary $195,974
Career Outlook
Median Salary of a First-Line Supervisor of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
Number of Jobs in the Region
10-year Job Outlook in the Region for First-Line Supervisor of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
First-Line Supervisor of Food Preparation and Serving Workers
Supervise and organize back-of-house and front-of-house operations, manage staff and perform administrative duties. Contribute to food preparation and serving duties as needed.
Starting Pay: $33,275
Typical Tasks
- Perform various financial activities, such as cash handling, deposit preparation, and payroll.
- Compile and balance cash receipts at the end of the day or shift.
- Resolve customer complaints regarding food service.
- Present bills and accept payments.
- Perform food preparation and serving duties, such as carving meat, preparing flambe dishes, or serving wine and liquor.
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure efficient service and conformance to standards.
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