Culinary Arts, A.A.S.

(CIP 12.0503)

281-756-3949

Purpose: The Culinary Arts associates level program offers students with a passion for cooking core classes related to the Culinary industry that will prepare them for entry level cook positions within hotels, restaurants, clubs, and other culinary industries. The objective of the program is to give students an array of culinary skills that are utilized in today’s food service industry.

Program Requirements: In addition to the general requirements for ACC, entry into the Culinary Arts program requires an industry approved knife kit and chef uniform.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing for extended periods of time.
• Working in hot or cold, high-pressure environments.
• Lifting heavy items (minimum of 15lbs to 50lbs)
• Communication, behind, corner, heard, sharp, hot, etc.
• Carrying trays, crates, and boxes.
• Reaching, bending, kneeling, and climbing to access supplies or clean.
• Fine motor skills for cutting, chopping, garnishing, etc.
• Handling hot or sharp objects safely.
• Noise from equipment and staff.
• Exposure to slippery floors, steam, and cleaning chemicals.