Part 1: Read and discuss the following lesson:
Discovering Careers in Culinary Arts and Hospitality
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a restaurant or a hotel? Many exciting jobs exist in the culinary arts and hospitality fields! Let’s learn about some of these careers and what they do.
Culinary Arts is all about cooking and preparing food. Chefs are the stars of the kitchen! They create delicious meals and make sure everything tastes great. Some chefs work in fancy restaurants, while others might cook in schools or hospitals. Chefs need to know how to use different ingredients and cooking techniques to make their dishes special.
Bakers are another important part of culinary arts. They make bread, cakes, cookies, and pastries. If you love the smell of fresh bread or sweet treats, being a baker might be the perfect job for you! Bakers often work early in the morning to get everything ready for the day.
Hospitality is all about making people feel welcome and comfortable. When you go to a hotel, you meet hotel staff like front desk workers. These friendly people check you in and help you with anything you need during your stay. They make sure your visit is enjoyable!
Event planners are also part of hospitality. They organize special events like weddings, parties, and conferences. Event planners need to be creative and good at solving problems. They make sure every detail is perfect, from the decorations to the food!
Restaurant managers help run the restaurant. They work with the chefs and staff to make sure everything runs smoothly. They also talk to customers to make sure they are happy. Being a restaurant manager means you need to be a good leader!
In the culinary arts and hospitality fields, teamwork is very important. Everyone works together to create a wonderful experience for guests. If you enjoy cooking, helping others, and being creative, a career in culinary arts or hospitality might be just right for you!
Think about what you love to do and how it might connect to these exciting careers. Maybe one day, you could be a chef, baker, or hotel manager! The possibilities are endless in the world of culinary arts and hospitality.
Part 2: Research one degree and/or certificate program in this field available at Saddleback College and read an article about it:
Culinary Arts and Hospitality
- Basic Culinary Arts (Associate in Science)
- Basic Culinary Arts (Certificate of Achievement)
- Advanced Culinary Arts (Associate in Science)
- Advanced Culinary Arts (Certificate of Achievement)
- Catering (Associate in Science)
- Catering (Certificate of Achievement)
- Event Planner (Occupational Skills Award)
Articles:
- Exploring Event Planner Careers: Training and Opportunities
- Exploring Catering Careers: Training and Opportunities
- Exploring Culinary Arts and Hospitality Careers and Training
