Culinary Arts introduces students to basic food preparation, accounting and cost control, sanitation and workplace safety in the food industry. In class, students complete simulated workplace experiences for hands-on learning and training. Students learn to prepare and serve safe food while preventing accidents and injuries and practice building successful customer relations. Nutrition basics are learned through the preparation of wholesome snacks and meals.

A second-year program is offered which prepares students for national certification in the food service industry. Students learn the history of the foodservice and lodging industry as well as the art of food preparation and service. Students learn to make exotic desserts and baked goods, and prepare delightful dishes out of meat, poultry, seafood and other foods. Key concepts of purchasing, inventory control, and standard accounting are taught to prepare students to work in the fast paced food service hospitality industry.

Culinary Arts students may to participate in the FCCLA Student Organization. This organization provides leadership and competitive opportunities on the district, state, and national levels. Click on the "Student Organizations" link for more information on FCCLA.