Learn the Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
Professional Culinary Arts
A 7-month program that aims to educate students from Basic to Advance Cooking Methods and Techniques inside the kitchen including how to braise, poach, roast, and other knife skills techniques.
Program Schedule
Program Duration: 7 months
Externship: 400 hours
​Class Schedule: Monday to Friday, 4 hours daily
Culinary Credentials
First Gourmet Academy Credentials
Culinary Training Credentials
Cookery NCII Certification

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
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Food Safety
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Basic Culinary Skills
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Food Science
Applied Culinary Practice
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Garde Manger
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Wellness Cooking
Industry Immersion and Assessment
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Externship: 400 hours
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Final Assessment


Modules
Core Kitchen Foundations
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Basic Culinary Skills
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Food Science
Applied Culinary Practice
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Garde Manger
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Wellness Cooking
Industry Immersion and Assessment
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Externship: 400 hours
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Final Assessment


WHAT TO EXPECT
At the end of the program, students are expected to master foundational culinary techniques, understand kitchen systems, and execute dishes with skill and discipline. This is ideal for those looking to gain core competencies that meet global culinary standards.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Be part of our global community of graduates working across continents in the most respected kitchens. This program will provide you opportunities such as:​

Contact Us
Branches
Contact
Office Hours
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
+632 8951 9655
+639177096731
QUEZON CITY
Monday to Friday
7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Monday to Sunday
10:00 am – 9:00 pm
ORTIGAS