Culinary Arts
This four-year program begins with an exploratory rotation. Once the student has declared culinary arts as their shop the student is exposed to both theory and practical applications of the trade. These are obtained through a rotation of three areas (Skyline Bistro Restaurant Kitchen, Bakeshop, and Cafeteria). In each area a student is instructed in proper handling, preparation, cooking, and presentation of food. Skills are obtained through real life operations of the Skyline Bistro restaurant (open to the public), cafeteria (used by Worcester Technical High School teachers, and students), and the bakeshop (bakery counter operations and functions). Students are encouraged to bring new ideas and techniques to class in order to assist classmates and instructors with current trends in the industry. The goal of the department is to train qualified food service industry employees with the use of equipment, utensils and proper techniques. In addition to acquiring trade skills, high academic skills (reading, writing, math, communication) are strongly encouraged.
Opportunities
During the four years in the trade students have to opportunity to participate in the various extra-curricular activities.
- Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (Skills USA/VICA)
- American Culinary Federation (ACF)
- Junior Mystery Basket Competitions Sponsored by the local ACF Chapter
- Newbury College Culinary Competitions (Hot Foods and Baking)
- Various cake decorating competitions, tours and exhibitions
Cooperative Education and Internship Locations
Students are encouraged in their senior year to take part in Co-op/Internship program. This enables students to obtain elements of training outside the school atmosphere. Sites that support our students include:
- Crown Bakery
- Worcester Country Club
- Northworks’ Restaurant
- Tianos Restaurant
- Woosta Pizza
- UMASS Medical Center Cafeteria
- Webster House