Chef School
Cook
Apprentice Program
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A Cook apprenticeship is a great way to go if you want hands-on learning, lots of flexibility and the freedom to earn while you learn!
Our basic program will teach you the real skills and techniques you need to prepare excellent food in any quantity. After a year of on-the-job
training, the advanced program will develop and expand your skills into areas like:
- à la carte food preparation
- pastry and desserts
- contemporary cuisine
- kitchen management
You have the flexibility to choose whether you want to study full-time or part-time, which leaves you free to work at the same time you
are studying. You can do each program in 14 weeks full-time, or 30 weeks part-time.
By starting out as an apprentice, you’ll be well on your way to an exciting and rewarding career as a chef or a cook. Apprentices
can earn official certification as a Cook from the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities by completing approximately 6,000 hours
of on-the-job and classroom training under the sponsorship of a registered employer.
WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY
You must be registered as a Cook apprentice with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities and have a registered employer sponsor
and at least one year of industry experience. You must also have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma with credits at or above the general
level, or qualify for mature student status.
PART-TIME STUDY OPTIONS
We also offer evening and weekend courses in Culinary Arts. See the Continuing Education Course Guide at coned.georgebrown.ca.
YOUR CAREER
George Brown has an international reputation for producing talented and creative culinary graduates who are working on the cutting edge
of the industry all around the world. Many of our Cook Apprentice graduates have gone on to higher levels of Chef certification and prestigious
positions in the industry. This program gives you all the preparation you need to write the exam for official certification as a Cook from
the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Once you pass the certification exam, you’ll be ready to begin your rewarding career. You’ll have all the opportunities you
want as a cook in restaurants, hotel dining rooms, cafés, hospitals, clubs and resorts, spas and catering companies.
Take the first step toward your future.
Admission
Requirements and Fees
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Roger Maurer, Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts at 416-415-5000, ext. 3187, or fax 416-415-2501.
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For updated information and course descriptions, call 416-415-2000 (TTY 1-877-515-5559) or long distance 1-800-265-2002.
George Brown College is continually striving to improve its programs and their delivery. The information contained in
this calendar is subject to change without notice. It should not be viewed as a representation, offer or warranty. Students are responsible for verifying
George Brown College admission, graduation, and fee requirements as well as any requirements of outside institutions, industry associations, or other
bodies that may award additional designations concurrently with, or after completions of, a George Brown College program.
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