Culinary Arts Management
Certificate
Step into a culinary career by learning fundamental concepts and hands-on techniques in baking, cooking, beverage management, front of the house, presentation, theory, and more. Students will be prepared for entry-level employment in the restaurant industry.
700
Scholarships available – and one might have your name on it
The award-winning Culinary Arts Management program provides students the opportunity to participate in various catering events, high-end fundraisers, and extracurricular activities to give them the experience needed to work in the culinary industry.
Admissions Office
The program is accredited with Exemplary status by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEFAC).
Students can get involved with the Heart of Illinois Professional Chefs Association (HOI Chefs), the local chapter of the American Culinary Federation.
Station Chef, Line Cook, Prep Cook
COMPLETION TIME
12 Months
if Full Time
2 Semesters28 Total Credit Hours
What if I attend part-time?
Our Student Success Advisors help with an academic plan that works for you.
ESTIMATED COST
$4,480
+ supplies & fees
Based on 2024-25
What financial assistance can I receive?
Find the plan right for you by connecting with our Financial Aid office.
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
14 Students
average per class
Small class sizes mean more individual attention and a higher rate of success.
View the College Catalog to see a complete list of classes for this program.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
We offer a world-class culinary education with a community college approach and price point. Cooking is a universal language — a sauté is a sauté no matter where you live. Our graduates can go anywhere in the world and find a job.
Chef Charles Robertson, Culinary Program Coordinator
How Do I Get Into the Culinary Arts Management Program?
Be part of ICC’s culinary program — a key player in Peoria’s thriving food scene. Talk to an Admissions representative to learn how to get started.
- Complete our quick admissions application. It’s free and easy!
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA).
- Apply for ICC Scholarships. Just 1 application for over 700 scholarships.
- Food and nutrition classes taken in high school are helpful, but not required.
- People skills, communication, and leadership are needed to guide a kitchen and staff.
What Can I Expect As A Culinary Arts Management Certificate Student?
- Be part of a culinary team and learn about the roles and responsibilities of the different positions in a professional kitchen and how they work together.
- Learn in a state-of-the art environment designed to replicate a professional kitchen.
- Complete the certificate and continue your studies to earn an Associate in Applied Science in Culinary Arts Management.
- Benefit from our high placement rate with local and national businesses.
How Am I Going to Manage This?
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What if I am working while going to school?
We have you covered. Many of our students are working adults who balance life and school. We have great resources on campus to help keep you going!
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What are my options for funding my education?
Do this first: fill out and file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you don’t want federal aid, this document is used by many scholarship and grant programs to evaluate aid packages.
Look for scholarships and grants first because usually they don’t have to be paid back. The ICC Foundation sponsors some scholarships, and grants may be available from Illinois or federal programs. Other organizations also offer scholarships, and we can help you research those opportunities.
Federally guaranteed student loans can be a smart way to fund college. Think about your transfer plans and what your career looks like. Some sources recommend that you cap your borrowing at the level of what you (realistically!) can expect to earn at your first job after college. So, research careers and pay, too.
Of course, savings, jobs, and work-study are key parts of your budget. Your employer may offer tuition reimbursement. Find the tools to make a complete plan for paying for school.