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Chef De Cuisine

Also available with a
Practicum of 120 hours
with a qualified host

Chef de
Cuisine

This DIPLOMA program in Chef De Cuisine starts with the entry level training from Apprentice Cook, and then takes it to the next level with training in kitchen management for food quality, presentation, and creative flair.

Duration: 600 hours

About the Diploma

Student acquire essential knowledge and skills that are needed to manage a professional commercial kitchen, including how to effectively lead a team, organize and control inventory, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. Students learn about recruiting, hiring, and orientating staff, as well as how to design meals and market menus to increase customer satisfaction and repeat business. With this diploma, graduates are equipped to pursue a successful career as a Chef De Cuisine.

Students who already have a diploma in Cook Basic Level I or Apprentice Cook may earn prior learning credits for up to 50% of this diploma to advance their education and career.

Practical Outcome

Students will gain experience with 200 hours of online theory and 400 hours of practical training in our state-of-the-art commercial kitchen working directly under a chef. In only 30 weeks, students become job-ready for culinary roles.

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Tools and Attire

Students must wear non-slip steel toed shoes, chef pants and jacket, apron, and chef hat.

CHEF HAT AND UNIFORM INCLUDED!

Students will receive chef apron, jacket, hat, and pants, plus a 26-piece culinary knife roll kit.
Most importantly, students will EAT what they make.

Includes 400 HOURS
of hands-on training in a
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN!

Includes Food Handler Certification

Also available with a
Practicum of 120 hours
with a qualified host

Delivery

Chef De Cuisine program is offered in TWO ways:

  • Fully On Campus
  • Hybrid, combination of On Campus and Online

Ask your Admissions Counsellor for the delivery method for the upcoming schedules.

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May 25th, 2026 MON - FRI 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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