Culinary Arts
CPTC's Culinary Arts program offers everything you need to be successful in the culinary world, from classes in basic cooking skills to advanced pastry arts to restaurant management.
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Visit the Program
Our next program info session for Culinary Arts is September 28 at 3 p.m. in Building 31 Lab . Come meet the instructors, see the classrooms, and learn how you can get started!
How Much It Costs
For program costs, visit the Tuition and Fees page.
Costs are estimated and are not guarantees.
You can learn more about financial aid and scholarships right here. Or view our full tuition & fees breakdown.
How Long It Takes
Culinary Arts Degree: 5 quarters
Basic Cooking Skills Certificate: 3 quarters
Restaurant Management Certificate: 2 quarters
All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees.
Potential Careers
Short Order Cook
Median annual pay in Washington:
$22,300 per year.
Restaurant Manager
Median annual pay in Washington:
$50,300 per year.
This is not a guarantee of employment or a certain wage. Full career data available at careerinfo.net
What You'll Learn
Our culinary program emphasizes fine-dining food-production skills, professional service training and food management techniques.
Stories About Our Culinary Arts Program
Restaurant Management instructor Monique Trudnowski wants her students to learn more about the industry than just the “four-walled restaurant."
CPTC's Rainier Room is open Wednesday-Friday 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., and provides hands-on learning for the college’s Culinary Arts students.
Culinary Arts Instructor Chef William Jolly demonstates how to make th perfect shrimp cocktail.
Degrees & Certificates
Our Culinary Arts program offers and two certificates. Click the links to learn more and find out which one is right for you!
Meet the Instructors
