Culinary Arts is a two-year transport program with locations at Potomac High School and Patriot High School (please see location links below for site-specific information).
Culinary Arts prepares students to practice the managerial, production, and service skills used in food establishments and related food industry occupations. Students begin to prepare for occupations in the food service industry, such as chef/cook, baker/pastry chef, and hospitality worker.
Throughout the program, students have the opportunity to plan, select, store, purchase, prepare and serve food and food products; study basic nutrition, sanitation, and food safety; learn the use and care of commercial equipment; and practice the operation of institutional food establishments. Students also have an opportunity to practice serving and dining room management including real-world experiences working cooperatively with various food establishments in the community and local business owners. This two-year program of study begins in eleventh grade and includes:
- Introduction to Culinary Arts or Nutrition and Wellness (recommended)
- Culinary Arts I
- Culinary Arts II
Program Locations
Patriot High School serves students on the western end of the county, and Potomac High School serves students on the eastern end of the county.
Patriot High School Culinary Arts
Ms. Stevenson, Instructor
703-594-3020
[email protected]
Potomac High School Culinary Arts
Mr. Evans and Mr. Iles, Instructors
703-441-4200
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