Culinary Arts Bachelor’s Degree
Degree: BS
Locations: Rhode Island
Length: 4 years
Internship: Required, 12 credits
Credits: 121
Become a Culinary Leader
Why study Culinary Arts at JWU? You’ll be positioned to pursue the growing range of culinary careers — locally or around the world!
Through our bachelor of science degree program in Culinary Arts, you’ll learn the craft of culinary arts in top-notch labs under the guidance of expert chef-instructors.
Focus on the fundamentals of food preparation before delving deeper into into specialized industry production environments like garde manger, hot labs, pastry and bakeshops, and wine and beverage labs.
You’ll also learn the industry’s business side, from menu costing to leadership skills. Then put these skills into practice through a required term of experiential education working in industry.
When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to lead in production environments anywhere in the world.
Admission is contingent upon meeting the technical standards for this program.
Next-Level Culinary
If cooking is your passion, a JWU education will help you take your skills to the next level. Turn what you love into a career.
How JWU Prepares You
This exceptional program offers opportunities to practice current industry trends and strengthen your professional competencies, including advanced food safety, food service managerial skills and effective communication.
Ways to polish your career-ready skills include:
Polishing your culinary business plan by participating in JWU’s Future Food All-Stars Challenge.
Exploring diverse food-related topics like brewing arts, farm-to-table cooking and nutrition through elective credits.
Gaining valuable applied experience through an advanced internship.
What Are Some Career Possibilities?
- Corporate Dining Chef
- Chef de Cuisine
- Food Editor/Writer
- Private Chef
- Institutional Food Service Manager
- Performance Chef
- Food Broker/Buyer
- Executive Chef/Head Chef
Some professions may require additional study, background checks, certifications, licenses, exams and/or experience as required qualifications for employment. Students are responsible for verifying that they can meet the employment requirements of potential employers. For more information, review the JWU Catalog’s Licensure & Professional Certification Disclosures.
Faculty Contact
Providence
Jeremy Houghton, MBA
Associate Professor and Department Chair
401-598-1801
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