+632 8951 9655
Learn the Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
Become a World-Class Chef. Start here.
Train under internationally-recogized chefs in the Philippine's premier culinary institution. Open pathways to luxury local and international career.
Professional Culinary Arts
A seven (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.
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Program Duration: 7 months
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Externship: 400 hours
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Intakes: June 16 (Ortigas Branch), August 11 (Quezon City Branch)
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Class Schedule: Monday to Friday, 4 hours/daily
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
WHY CHOOSE FIRST GOURMET ACADEMY
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Daily hands-on Training
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All-inclusive Tuition Fee (covers daily ingredient cost, uniform, non-slip
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:
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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
Why Choose First Gourmet Academy?
✓Daily hands-on kitchen classes with multiple slots available
✓All-inclusive tuition covers uniforms, non-slip kitchen shoes, knife set, all ingredients, graduation fees, and classes (no additional fees)
✓Learn from International instructors
✓Train in a fully-equipped cruise ship simulation kitchen
✓Small class sizes for focused learning
✓The only culinary school in the Philippines offering specialized culinary programs with global standards
✓The only culinary school in the Philippines recognized by the World Association of Chefs' Societies and the American Culinary Federation
✓FREE trial classes
​✓Study at our Ortigas or Quezon City branch
✓Choose from morning, afternoon, or evening classes
✓Flexible payment plans available
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Primary Requirement:​
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Accomplished admissions form
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Click here for Ortigas branch​
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Click here for Quezon City branch
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One (1) valid government issued ID of enrollee and guardian
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Photocopy of Birth Certificate
Other requirements (can be submitted after enrollment):
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School record (original copy from last school attended)
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Photocopy of Marriage Certificate, if married
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Six (6) updated passport size photos with white background, collar, and name tag
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Accomplished medical laboratory result and medical certificate
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Medical examination (Physical Examination, Chest X-ray, Hepatitis B Screening, Fecalysis, Urinalysis, Typhoid Test)
TUITION AND PAYMENT OPTIONS
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
Contact Us
Branches
QUEZON CITY
2/F Capitol Greenstreet Building, Capitol Hills Dr, Old Balara, Quezon City, 1119
ORTIGAS CENTER
Lower Ground Level, East Wing, Shangri-La Plaza, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, 1552
Contact
+632 8951 9655
+639177096731
Office Hours
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 CENTER