Alaska Vocational Technical Center The Alaska Vocational Technical Center offers hands-on cooking classes that teach students the craft of creating delicious, nutritious meals.

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Cooking education at Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) offers a comprehensive range of professional culinary arts and hospitality management programs to prepare students for their desired careers in the hospitality industry. With a curriculum grounded in hands-on, real-world learning, students gain the skills needed to succeed in the rapidly changing food service industry.

At AVTEC, the Culinary Arts program offers classes taught by experienced chefs, allowing students to learn various techniques, methods and approaches in the preparation of dishes, as well as kitchen safety and sanitation. Students are also trained in baking and pastry techniques, food production and presentation, as well as nutrition and dietetics. During their studies, students gain access to modern commercial kitchen facilities, while they learn a wide range of cooking styles and cuisines.

In addition, students in AVTEC's Hospitality Management program develop the skills to work effectively in the hospitality sector. They learn how to manage the many different aspects of this industry, including the supervision of personnel, purchasing, cost analysis, food and beverage management, marketing, sales and service. Furthermore, students gain extensive experience in basic accounting principles, customer service, food safety and handling.

Students of AVTEC's cooking education programs gain the necessary skills to enter an exciting and rewarding career in the hospitality sector. They are exposed to a variety of job opportunities, from chef positions in hotels, resorts and restaurants to management roles that involve the entire hospitality industry. Upon completion of either the Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management program, students are well-equipped with the knowledge and experience to start their journey towards a successful career.