Culinary Management at MCC
In June 2009, the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) approved an official Culinary Management program at MCC. As of fall 2009, MCC has two certificate programs in Culinary Management (CLM). Courses are designed to meet industry standards. Students may pursue certificates in Chef’s Assistant I and/or Baking & Pastry Assistant I.
The Culinary Management Program at MCC introduces students to the range of opportunities found in the hospitality field. Chef Thomas Kaltenecker prepares students with the necessary skills for starting positions within various settings of the food service industry. Course work includes introduction to Hospitality and Safety and Sanitation as well as skills classes in both Culinary Skills and in Baking and Pastry. In addition to standard coursework, students have the opportunity to attend guest lectures and participate in related field trips.
The purpose of the CLM program is to increase the number of individuals trained in specialized food handling and preparation skills to fill a growing number of entry level positions in the regional food service industry. Courses are designed to meet industry standards.
Why come to MCC? Here are just a few reasons:
- Sustainable culinary management
- Use of local produce
- Collaboration with Green initiative in McHenry County
- Recycling and composting program at MCC
- Intimate class size for hands-on learning
- State-of-the-art kitchen and facilities
- European-trained Chef
- Advisory Board of local business owners and educators
- More cost effective than other colleges and private culinary schools
- Internship program
- Transferrable credits
Contact Chef Thomas at (815) 479-7741.
8/10/09