Hospitality, Tourism
Culinary Assistant
Technical Diploma - 33 credits
31-316-1
CONTACT
Academic Advisor: Missy Wegner
Advising/Registration Office
University Transfer Center - Room 211
Phone: 715-365-4493 or 365-4501
Advisor Email: mwegner@nicoletcollege.edu
Skillful cooks are essential to the success of food service establishments, and they contribute significantly to clients' enjoyment in restaurants, supper clubs, hotels, resorts, hospitals, schools, and residential facilities. Food service is a growing field in today's economic picture, and career opportunities are predicted to increase in the twenty-first century.
About the Program
In the Culinary Assistant program, students learn basic theory and techniques of food production and service through a combination of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on experience. The program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in the food service industry wherever food is prepared in quantity.
Graduates of the program may transfer their credits into Nicolet's Culinary Arts program to earn an Associate Degree in Culinary Arts.
Possible Careers
- Short Order Cook
- Line Cook
- Assistant Baker
- Pantry Person
- Dietary Aide
- Caterer Assistant
- School Food Service Worker
- Deli Worker/Cook
- Prep Cook
- Institutional Food Workers
- Food Preparation/Professional Cooking/Kitchen Assistant
Program Outcomes
- Practice basic sanitary and safety procedures during food preparation, service, and clean-up
- Operate food service equipment
- Prepare large quantity recipes to industry standards
- Demonstrate good work habits and positive attitudes towards food service assignments
- Serve food in predetermined portions, in a neat and attractive manner
