Sonia Gutierrez Campus

In Person Classes

• Morning (Monday-Thursday: 9:00am-12:30pm)
• Evening (Monday-Thursday: 5:30-9:00pm)

The pandemic has changed the hospitality field forever. The demand for skilled professionals in the food and beverage world is at an all-time high. The Culinary Arts Training Program at Carlos Rosario has adapted to this reality and created two new courses specifically designed to meet the demands of the industry. Come train with us and hone your skills into a sharpened professional!

Food Service Principles (FSP)

For those who desire to pursue a career in the hospitality industry with little or no experience, this course is designed for you!

This 5-month training program will prepare you for a career in food service within the hospitality industry by focusing on basic kitchen skills, cooking principles, and customer service foundations.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be eligible to apply for an entry-level position in the hospitality industry, such as Prep cook, cook, assistant baker, pastry cook, short-order cook, and others.

Course Content Summary

Safety & Sanitation, Product Knowledge, Basic Knife Skills, Cooking Principles, Planning & Preparation, Culinary Math, Dietary, Nutrition & Wellness trends, Employment Readiness, Digital Literacy, Sexual Harassment Prevention, and Unconscious Bias training in the hospitality industry for employees.

Entry Requirements

• Eligible for ESL 6 (low intermediate) or higher
• Advising Session. Must have an updated resume and career plan.
• No prior experience in the industry is required

Certifications Earned

• ServSafe Food Handler
• ServSafe Allergens

Baking and Pastry (B&P) 

This 5-month skills training program prepares you for a career in Baking and Pastry within the hospitality industry by focusing on entry-level baking techniques.

Entry Requirements

• Eligible for ESL 6 (low intermediate) or higher
• Advising Session. Must have an updated resume and career plan.
• No prior experience in the industry is required

Certifications Earned

• ServSafe Food Handler

Questions about the program? Email: careertraining@carlosrosario.org