Program Overview

The Associate of Science in Culinary Arts Management program at College of the Desert equips students with management and culinary skills for careers in the food service and lodging industries. The program covers topics such as food procurement, cooking, baking, sanitation, and management principles. Students can choose from a range of electives to specialize in areas such as entrepreneurship, marketing, and advanced cooking. Graduates are prepared for management roles in restaurants, hotels, catering, and other food-related businesses.