Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Techniques
Diploma Program
About the Program
- Designed to provide the practical, hands-on culinary skills and theoretical foundation needed to succeed in the food service industry
- Combines classical French cooking techniques with modern American technology and a contemporary philosophy
- Offers a complete, well-rounded curriculum
- Features instructor demonstrations followed by practical application
- Teaches food chemistry, sanitation, dietetics, nutrition, cost control, kitchen and storeroom management, and baking and pastry
- Includes general education courses designed to give students crucial cognitive abilities

What You Can Do in the Program
- Learn French culinary terms and techniques
- Practice baking and pastry, garde manger work, buffet preparation, and plate presentation
- Develop stamina, dexterity, timing, and hand-eye coordination
- Review principles of food identification and food/beverage composition
- Study proper sanitation procedures
- Get involved in both front- and back-of-the-house operations at our on-site restaurant and prepare food in quantity
Program Length
The program is designed to be eight months long, concluding with an eight-week externship. Our program length enables students to enter the workforce sooner.
Career Opportunities
Graduates should be prepared to assume entry-level positions such as cook, line cook, or prep cook in settings such as restaurants, hotels, private households, and catering operations.
Upon graduation, students receive the Le Cordon Bleu DiplĂ´me, recognized locally and worldwide.
Learn more today! Contact PCI for additional information about our Culinary Techniques Diploma Program.