Southeastern Louisiana University

The city of New Orleans is an important cultural center for world-class cuisine, and Southeast Louisiana is the perfect venue for learning about food. If you aspire to become a chef, imagine yourself as a restaurant manager, or simply enjoy cooking, then Zoom Into Culinary Arts is an excellent way to begin your training. You will gain exposure to the key elements of the business while you develop hands-on skills that are critical to the craft.

This workshop offers a variety of activities. You will familiarize yourself with product ordering, participate in kitchen prep work, practice cooking methods, and become acquainted with the art of professional service. In the dining room, you will be instructed on table settings and interacting with guests. In the kitchen, you will learn about safety, sanitation, equipment, and using knives. Your adventure will culminate in the creation of a world-class meal. Success never tasted so good!

Restaurant operation, as well as food service industry in general, demands the skills necessary to work efficiently under pressure, handle multiple tasks at once, and produce high-quality products for a competitive market. Experience is everything in the culinary field. Will you be prepared?