Statewide Program of Study: Culinary Arts; Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster
Level 1 | Introduction to Culinary Arts Principles of Hospitality and Tourism |
Level 2 | Culinary Arts |
Level 3 | |
Level 4 | Career Preparation I |
HIGH SCHOOL/ INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION | CERTIFICATE/ LICENSE* | ASSOCIATE’S DEGREE | BACHELOR’S DEGREE | MASTER’S/ DOCTORAL PROFESSIONAL DEGREE |
Certified Fundamentals Cook | Certified Chef | Hotel and Restaurant Management | Hotel and Restaurant Management | Hotel and Restaurant Management |
Certified Fundamentals Pastry Cook | Foodservice Management Professional | Restaurant Culinary and Catering Management | Food Service Systems Administration/ Management | Food Service Systems Administration/ Management |
ServSafe Manager | Comprehensive Food Safety | Hospitality Administration/ Management, General | Hospitality Administration/ Management, General | Hospitality Administration/ Management, General |
ManageFirst Professional | Certified Food and Beverage Executive | Culinary Arts/ Chef Training | Culinary Science and Food Service Management | Business Administration Management, General |
Additional industry-based certification information is available on the TEA CTE website. For more information on postsecondary options for this program of study, visit TXCTE.org.
Occupations | Median Wage | Annual Openings | % Growth |
Food and Beverage Managers | $55,619 | 1,561 | 28% |
Chef and Head Cooks | $43,285 | 1,366 | 25% |
Food Science Technicians | $34,382 | 236 | 11% |
WORK BASED LEARNING AND EXPANDED
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Exploration Activities: | Work Based Learning Activities: |
Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), SkillsUSA, American Culinary Federation, Texas Restaurant Association | Plan a catering event or work for a catering company; participate in a cooking course; work in a restaurant; cook at home |
The Culinary Arts program of study introduces CTE learners to occupations and educational opportunities related to the planning, directing, or coordinating activities of a food and beverage organization or department. This program of study also explores opportunities involved in directing and participating in the preparation and cooking of food.
The Hospitality and Tourism Career Cluster focuses on the management, marketing, and operations of restaurants and other food/beverage services, lodging, attractions, recreation events, and travel-related services. Students acquire knowledge and skills focusing on communication, time management, and customer service that meet industry standards. Students will explore the history of the hospitality and tourism industry and examine characteristics needed for success.
Successful completion of the Culinary Arts program of study will fulfill requirements of the Business and Industry Endorsement. Revised - July 2020
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE NAME | SERVICE ID | PREREQUISITS (PREQ) COREQUISITES (CREQ) | Grade |
Introduction to Culinary Arts | 13022550 (1 credit) | None | 9-12 |
Principles of Hospitality and Tourism | 13022200 (1 credit) | None | 9-12 |
Culinary Arts | 13022600 (2 credits) | None | 10-12 |
Career Preparation I | 12701300 (2 credits) 12701305 (3 credits) | None | 11-12 |
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM CAREER CLUSTER, PLEASE CONTACT:
Debbie Wieland | Debbie.Wieland@tea.texas.gov
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