Culinary Management

Certificate School of Agriculture and Industrial Technology · Merced College · 2026-2027 Catalog

School of Agriculture and Industrial Technology

The goals and objectives are to gain skills and knowledge in the area of Culinary Management. This certificate will address specific occupational training needs. Students will be able to apply management skills which include food budgeting, customer service, utilization of kitchen procedures, public health requirements and skills required in a professional kitchen operation. These subjects will prepare students for career advancement in culinary supervisory positions. If students choose to continue their path and earn the Culinary Management Associate of Arts that would enable additional opportunities in larger school districts, hospitality industry and institutions.

The Certificate will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the curriculum listed with a minimum grade of a “C” (or P) or better in each course required.

Students must pass the ServSafe Manager or equivalent Food Safety Certification.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A. Produce safe, satisfying and nutritionally adequate food for customers with attention to available resources.

B. Develop management skills in a professional kitchen setting including the ability to train employees and oversee meal production and service.

C. Evaluate and practice safety standards for the culinary industry.

D. Collaborate effectively using good communication skills in a commercial kitchen setting with diverse cultures, emphasizing teamwork in a professional environment.

Program Requirements:

Program Core: (30 Units)

CourseTitleUnits
CULN-39Introduction to Professional Kitchen3
CULN-43Introduction to Baking and Business3
CULN-48Beverage Management2
NUTR-20Principles of Foods3
NUTR-25Introduction to Nutrition and Hospitality Careers1
NUTR-37Nutrition and Hospitality Field Experience3
NUTR-40Food Service Management3
NUTR-42Food Production Management3
NUTR-44Food Safety and Sanitation2
NUTR-45Introduction to Medical Nutrition Therapy2
Electives: Choose 5 Units from the following:
AOM-30Introduction to Computer Applications3
CULN-47Mixology1
NUTR-12Culture and Cuisine of the World3
NUTR-24Work Experience in Nutrition2
Total30

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