Culinary Arts and Baking
Our culinary arts program provides an immersive learning experience in a state-of-the-art, fully equipped commercial kitchen. Central to our culinary goal is the development of a chef's mindset. You'll become a fulfilled, influential professional within the world of cuisine, food science and baking arts.
Explore Your Programs Degree/Certificate Options
Culinary Arts AS Program Map
Professional Baking & Patisserie AS Program Map
Culinary Arts Certificate Program Map
Professional Baking & Patisserie Certificate Program Map
Contact
Connect with a counselor and schedule your classes in person, online, or by phone: Academic and Career Counseling link
Jennifer Minichiello, C.E.C
Associate Professor, Culinary Arts
- Phone: (909) 652-8036
- Email: jennifer.minichiello@chaffey.edu
The Culinary Arts program is supported by industry professionals and our alumni have successfully transferred to the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), Cal Poly, Pomona, UCR, Cal State Long Beach among other four year colleges as well as entering the industry with employers such as Disney, Universal, Kaiser, Porto's, Compass Group, Sodexo, Aramark, Doubletree, Hilton.
Our industry-experienced Chef instructors ensure each student receives a hands-on learning experience that provides each student with the tools for a successful culinary arts career. Upon completion of the degree, students will be able to demonstrate expertise in preparing a wide variety of dishes, plan and execute catered events, plan menus, manage purchasing and inventory as well as maintain state-of-the-art kitchen equipment and manage staff.

