Description:
This program prepares students for entry-level employment in the food service industry. This exciting program offers real life experiences and learning through the operation of a student run café. Students receive a varied hands-on education in food preparation, equipment usage, sanitation, personal hygiene, customer relations, teamwork, attitude, initiative, and independence. Students are supported to meet their needs with a focus on building self-confidence, independence, and collaborative working skills.
Curriculum:
Safety: Personal, Equipment, Food, & General Kitchen
Sanitation
Personal Hygiene
Manipulative Skills: Knife Usage, Hand Tools, Stationary & Portable Equipment, Techniques, i.e. Mixing, Rolling, etc.
Recipes: Ingredient Identification, Measurement, Following directions, & Proper Tool Usage
Table Service: Table Setting & Service, Selling Product
Work Affect: Attitude, Collaborative Skills, Participation, & Attendance
Personal Affect: Leadership Skills, Mentoring, Giving & Receiving Feedback
Certification:
ServSafe- Food Handlers
Suggested Integrated Academic Credit:
TBD
Career Opportunities:
Prep Cook
Counter Server
Dishwasher
Cashier
Sandwich Prep
Fast Foods Worker
Requirements:
Closed Toe Shoes
Long Pants
Positive Attendance History