Culinary Management Program (Integrated Learning) (H116)

Program Description

Program Overview

Get the skills and real-world experience to succeed in the culinary industry with the Culinary Management (Integrated Learning) program. This two-year diploma program blends in-class learning with industry placements, so you're ready to hit the ground running at graduation.  

Full Description

We created the Culinary Management (Integrated Learning) (H116) program to meet industry demand for highly skilled graduates with real-world kitchen experience who understand important culinary trends like the use of local foods, nutrition and the growing international influence. Students work toward a Culinary Management (Integrated Learning) diploma in four consecutive semesters. While this program is designed to deliver the same learning outcomes as Culinary Management (H100), your third and fourth semesters are integrated directly with industry.  

If you're self-motivated with a strong desire to increase your employability at graduation, this program is for you. 

Here's what you'll learn:

  • First semester – Fundamental culinary skills and theories required to work in a modern kitchen and essential industry employability skills such as communications and mathematics for hospitality 
  • Second semester – Advanced culinary skills and broadened food, wine and culinary culture knowledge; field placement preparation 
  • Third semester – Participate in a residency at George Brown College operations, The Chefs' House restaurant or The Café, where you will work alongside emerging top talent while serving a public of discerning urban diners. This experience runs at the same time as in-class and online theory-based courses to support your learning and development. 
  • Fourth semester – Participate in an integrated 14-week residency with one of our leading culinary and hospitality industry partners. This experience runs at the same time as online theory-based courses. Online asynchronous learning allows for either local or international placements. 

Program Schedule

The Culinary Management (Integrated Learning) program currently operates from Monday to Friday. Note: Some classes may begin at 7 a.m., and others may run until 10 p.m.

George Brown College Chef School Student Standards and Expectations

Note: George Brown College has adopted a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiative. As a result, we no longer have computer lab classrooms. For classes that require computers, students will need to bring their own laptops. Our Library Learning Commons offers open access computers as well as equipment that can be borrowed on a short-term basis. For more information, please contact The Centre for Hospitality and Culinary Arts at chcastudentsupport@georgebrown.ca

Your Field Education Options

In the third semester, you will experience the culinary industry first-hand during your field placement at our state-of-the-art learning restaurant, The Chefs’ House, or at The Café.

In the fourth semester, you will complete your studies with an integrated 14-week industry mentor/externship at one of our leading culinary and hospitality industry partners, concurrent with online theory-based courses.

George Brown works with employers and industry partners to identify potential work experience opportunities. Students are also strongly encouraged to pursue self-directed industry work experience opportunities within Culinary Management they believe will provide the learning experiences they value and meet the program learning outcomes.

This valuable work experience can be added to your resumé. In addition to more formal on-the-job work experience, George Brown College endeavours to provide learning opportunities with real-world challenges and customers.

Career & Postgraduate Study Opportunities

Career Options

A world of opportunities awaits you when you graduate. Toronto alone has more than 9,000 restaurants, hotel dining rooms, cafés and eateries, as well as numerous clubs and resorts, spas and catering companies. The skills you learn at George Brown are in demand by employers both in Canada and internationally, and you will have the training to build a successful career at home or around the world.​

Educational Pathways

Graduates may be eligible for direct entry into several George Brown College programs, including Culinary Arts – Italian, Food and Nutrition Management (additional Accounting course required), Advanced French Patisserie, and the third year of our Honours Bachelor of Commerce (Culinary Management) and Honours Bachelor of Food Studies programs. (Additional courses required.)

For further information, see our transfer guide.

Alumni Impact

We are immensely proud of the contributions of our alumni in Toronto and around the globe.
 
From Michelin-starred restaurants to major construction, entertainment, community and financial organizations, our graduates are truly making an impact across a range of industries.

Latest alumni stories 

“I’ve had the most incredible experience working during my internships and part-time work. I owe it all to the contacts I’ve made through George Brown College.”

Miriam Streiman
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