Culinary Pathway ELK GROVE HIGH SCHOOL

The Culinary Arts Pathway for EGHS consists of a course sequence that is designed to develop career-based culinary knowledge and skills starting at the beginning level and progressing towards increasingly advanced expertise and training. Students will receive instruction in a wide variety of culinary topics and practice techniques that help prepare them for their future educational and career aspirations.The pathway also focuses on career exploration and provides additional exposure to industry professionals.

Graduates will be highly proficient or knowledgeable in the following: Knife Skills, Safety & Sanitation, Food Preparation Information and Skills and Industry/Workplace expectations. Additionally, students will explore the creative and artistic aspects of food creation and presentation.

PATHWAY BENEFITS • Can lead a student into a career path that has a wide variety of in-demand career options and educational opportunities. • Practice skills that will help students be successful in any workplace nvironment. FUTURE CAREER OPTIONS • Earn concurrent units at American River College. High School Diploma AA, AS Degree or BS, BA or Post-Graduate • Earn the Efoodhandlers certification for employment in the culinary Certificate Degree profession. • Youth Recreation Leader • Registered Dietician • Hands-on practice using high • Hotel Guest Services • Food Inspector • Food Technologist quality ingredients and equipment. • Food Preparation Worker • Dietetic Technician • Food Product Developer • Access to culinary professionals, • Food and Beverage Wait • Food Production Chemist • Sous/Executive Chef guest speakers, field trips and Staff • Food and Beverage competitions. • Food and Beverage Analyst • Dietary Aide Director • Food Service Director • Food Product Tester • Food Service Manager • Food Stylist • Quality Control Technician • Food Designer OUR BUSINESS PARTNERS • Visitor & Convention • Line Cook • Social Director Bureau Director • Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce • Food Expediter • Tour Guide/Manager • Registered Dietician • Mulvaney’s B & L • Bakery Helper • Hotel Concierge • Non-Profit Association • Sacramento Hyatt • Camp Counselor • Convention Planner • Museum Director/Curator • Food Literacy Center • Recreation Leader • Chef/Cook/Baker • Club/Resort/Hotel Manager • Sac City Eats • Spa Attendant • Caterer • Theme Park Director • Jr. Chef Cental • Front Desk Worker • Travel Agent • Convention Coordinator • Concert Promoter • CORAS • Travel Company • Event/Wedding Planner • California Restaurant Association • Flight Attendant • Passmore Ranch • Club Manager • Cooke’s Cutlery • Produce Express • ServiceMaster

NON-DISCRIMINATION and ACCESS POLICIES | District programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, including harassment, intimidation and bullying based on a student’s actual or perceived disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital or parental status, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the District Superintendent. The Elk Grove Unified School District welcomes those with disabilities to participate fully in the programs, services, and activities offered to students, parents, guardians and members of the public. If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in any program, service or activity offered to you, please contact the Career Technical Education Department at 916-686-7709 at least 48 hours before the scheduled event so that we may make every reasonable effort to accommodate you. Government Code: Section 54953.2; Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 202 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132.)

EGHS Culinary 102018indd Culinary Pathway Industry Sector: Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation | Pathway: Food Service Hospitality

SAMPLE CAREER-THEMED COURSES Application Requirements * The sample program of study outlined below lists academy-specific courses and does not include the full list of graduation requirements in writing, math, VAPA, WL, etc. These courses are subject to change based upon industry trends. Contact your school counselor for more information on enrollement. Career-Themed Course(s) 9th Intro to Culinary Arts: Students will be introduced to basic culinary concepts and skills. They Grade will learn simple food preparation as well as weights and measures. Students will also explore careers in the culinary industry. Food and Nutrition: This course introduces students to basic food knowledge and preparation skills. Students will learn about nutrition, healthy eating, food knowledge, and time management. Students will gain experience using a wide variety of food preparation equipment, and develop skills such as knife techniques, measuring, menu-creation, and food presentation 10th- Culinary Arts 1: This course is designed for the student who is interested in gaining new 11th and challenging knowledge and skills for personal use or with a goal to pursue a career in Grade the culinary field. Students will learn basic techniques in food preparation, measurements, and conversions as well as safety and sanitation. Students will gain hands-on experience with stocks, mother sauces, cooking techniques and advanced knife skills. Special units will include a focus on sustainable agriculture, “green” cooking, specific product identification, menu planning and plate presentation, James Beard Food Waste modules and ServSafe. 12th Culinary Arts 2: Students will learn advanced techniques in the areas of use of herbs and Grade spices, sauce-making, cooking methods (grilling, sautéing, braising, etc.), working with a variety of culinary equipment and food/plate presentation, James Beard Food Waste modules and create a personal portfolio. Students will explore a wide variety of specialty foods and CONTACT INFORMATION the latest food trends. Students will also gain experience in planning special events and entertaining with food. Careers relating to the culinary arts will be examined with guest speakers and/or field trips. Culinary Arts 3:This course will engage students in a student-led enterprise paired with industry partners, where they will develop and create their own restaurant from conception to execution. Students will take part in hands-on experiences working in the school café/ restaurant as well as off-site catering events. Elk Grove High School Culinary Academy ACADEMY VS. NON-ACADEMY DATA (DISTRICT-WIDE) Email: [email protected] Web: eghs.egusd.net A-G SBAC Graduation GPA Attendance Completion ELA Rate Web: www.EGUSDexplore.com Non-academy % 95% 97% 98 2.75 83% 75% 69% Academy 51% 59%

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EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES CERTIFICATES & DUAL CREDIT

• Introduction to Culinary Arts and World • EFood Handlers Certification on Cuisines: Food Safety and Sanitation Chef Knife Practice and Test (efoodhandlers.com) • 3-Course Meal Project • Articulation with American River College • International Hot Dog Competition and Sacramento State University • Advanced Culinary Arts: (Pending) College and Career Field Trip • Cake Decorating Competition • Panini Potluck • Catering Project www.EGUSDexplore.com