Learn the Fundamentals of Culinary Arts

Professional Culinary Arts

A 10-month program designed to expand students’ knowledge and skills in culinary arts, with a focus on international cuisine. Emphasizing both Western and Eastern culinary cuisines, the program is led by world-class instructors who will guide students through a diverse selection of intercontinental recipes

Program Schedule

Program Duration: 10 months

Externship: 600 hours

Class Schedule: Monday to Friday, 4 hours daily

Culinary Credentials

First Gourmet Academy Certificate with American Culinary Federation and World Association of Chefs Societies
Certificate of Training
Cookery NCII Certificate

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Why Train at First Gourmet Academy

Daily Hands-on Training

Learn by doing with daily classes and hands-on training in our fully-equipped professional-grade cruise ship simulation kitchen

All-inclusive

Tuition

All-inclusive tuition covers uniforms, non-slip kitchen shoes, knife set, ingredients, graduation fees, assessment fees, credentials, and classes

Globally

Recognized

Gain global recognition from the most respected culinary authorities: World Association of Chefs' Societies and the American Culinary Federation

International Instructors

Learn techniques and train under international instructors with experience in luxury cruise lines, five-star hotels, and Michelin-starred kitchens

What You'll Learn

Core Kitchen Foundations

Food Safety
Basic Culinary Skills
Food Science

Applied Culinary Practice

Garde Manger
Wellness Cooking

International Cuisines

Eastern Cuisines
Western Cuisines
American Cuisines

Industry Immersion and Assessment

Externship: 600 hours
Final Assessment

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WHAT TO EXPECT

Students will gain not only core culinary skills but also a deep understanding of regional cuisines and international kitchen culture. Graduates are prepared to work in hotels, resorts, and cruise lines with cross- cultural fluency and technical confidence.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Culinary Consultant

Culinary Consultants provide a range of solutions to restaurants and foodservice businesses to help streamline a business.

Restaurateur

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Recipe Consultant

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Be part of our global community of graduates working across continents in the most respected kitchens. This program will provide you opportunities such as:

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QUEZON CITY
2/F Capitol Greenstreet Building, Capitol Hills Dr, Old Balara, Quezon City, 1119

ORTIGAS
Lower Ground Level, East Wing, Shangri-La Plaza, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, 1552