Culinary Arts

Length of Program: 2 Years
Program Instructor: Ms. Donna Beale dbeale@ohp.k12.oh.us

Program Description

This program prepares students for employment in the food service industry. It provides students with knowledge and experience in planning, preparing, and serving various culinary dishes. Students operate a full-service restaurant, the Hi-Point Inn, dedicated to Dr. Earl Sloan, a local philanthropist. Students are members of the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), a career-technical organization that hosts competitive events and service projects related to the program.

Major Topics Introduced in the Course:
  • Safety and Sanitation
  • Food Preparation Skills
  • Culinary Technology
  • Knife Skills
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Purchasing
  • Inventory Control
  • Dining Room Services/Procedures
  • Back of House Procedures
  • ServSafe Certification
Program Highlights:
  • Management and operation of the full-operational school restaurant, the Hi-Point Sloan Inn, that is open to the public
  • Catering and restaurant management
Job Possibilities:
  • Short-order Grill Cook
  • Caterer's Assistant
  • Server, Host, Hostess
  • Baker's Assistant
  • Prep Cook
  • Dietetic Assistant
  • Caterer
  • Executive Chef
  • Equipment Sales Representative
  • Dietitian
  • Food and Beverage Coordinator
  • Specialty Cook
  • Kitchen or Dining Room Manager
Post-Secondary Options
Graduates of this program may enroll in culinary school or a 2-year technical program in culinary arts or business management. They may also attend a 4-year college in the area of hospitality management or business management.
College Partnerships/Articulation Agreements:
  • Hocking Hills
  • Sinclair Community College
Business Partnerships
  • Whitmore House – Bellefontaine, OH
Certifications Available:
  • Prostart
  • ServSafe
Clubs/Organizations/Competitions:
  • FCCLA
Academic Preparation Needed Before Entering Program:
  • Junior status at your high school
  • Strong Math Skills
  • Computer/Keyboarding Skills
Personality Traits to work in this field:
  • Good Personal Hygiene
  • Positive Attitude
  • Knowledge of Food
  • Enjoy Working with People
  • Enjoy Working as a Team
  • Excellent Attendance
Other Information:
  • Prostart Curriculum sponsored by the National Restaurant Association provides students with opportunities to earn college credits while in high school. College scholarships available through FCCLA and other competitions

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