1013.03.4  "Culinary arts"

Qualification:

1013.03.4  " Cook"

The educational program was implemented with a dual education system in accordance with the order of the N1468—A/2 of the Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of the Republic of Armenia dated 29.10.2018.

The educational program will provide an opportunity to acquire modern, professional knowledge and develop culinary skills, becoming a sought-after specialist in the field of cooking.

Teaching method: full-time

The duration of  the study:

• Based on secondary education, 1 year duration
• Based on basic education, 3 years duration

Occupations of a specialist:

• Cook
• Chef's assistant

The responsibilities of the specialist's professional activity are:

• Prepare and submit a requisition for necessary food resources
• Compile a report on food resources received, used, and remaining
• Prepare and operate mechanical, electrical, and thermal processing equipment
• Prepare and store semi-prepared foods according to the established technology
• Select appropriate semi-prepared ingredients based on the type of dishes
• Carry out culinary (thermal and mechanical) processing of food
• Carry out thermal processing of foods
• Perform an appropriate presentation and design of the finished product

Why choose this specialty?

• Constant demand – The culture of eating never loses its importance, so chefs are always needed in restaurants, hotels, and the food production industry
• International opportunity – A good chef can work anywhere in the world, as food is a universal language
• Financial stability – Experienced cooks and chefs earn a good income, and the opportunity to start their own business is also a big advantage
• Creating a personal brand – You can open your own restaurant, run a food blog, or share your own recipes to gain recognition
• Pleasant working environment – ​​Teamwork in the kitchen can be very dynamic and interesting, especially in a creative atmosphere
• Personal Development – ​​Chefs are constantly learning new techniques, exploring global cuisines, and developing their skills

Capabilities

• Use a recipe and calculate the total quantity of ingredients
• Create a menu, maintaining basic principles and structure
• Create and prepare delicious dishes from Armenian and world cuisine