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Culinary Schools in Pennsylvania

Pittsburg and Philadelphia are two of the most famous cities in the country, and they are also home to some of the best culinary education opportunities in the state of Pennsylvania. There are also many other cities that offer programs for you to study through. You also have the choice to go to school online if you’d like. There are programs like that available in schools across the country.

You will probably notice that there are different culinary programs offered at different schools. Which one you choose will be based on the level of work you plan to go into. Entry level jobs spawn from studying in a vocational school through a specialized one year program. Mid level jobs are earned after the completion of a two year degree program from a community college. The highest level of work can be gained after a four year degree program at a university. There students learn the business side of the culinary world and become equipped for just about any job position.

Tips for Choosing a Culinary School

If you’re thinking about going to culinary school, there are some things you should consider to ensure that you are getting the best education possible. One of the biggest components of this consideration will be the experience of the faculty. Make sure that there are chefs and well trained professionals teaching you during your studies. Also take a look at how equipped the teaching kitchens are. They should have somewhat modern appliances that are in tune with today’s cooking needs. Beyond that, you can of course look into the cost of things and the financial aid that may be available. It’s just a matter of where your personal needs lie.

Learning the Local Food Culture

You should make it a point to learn about the food in the area beyond Philly cheesesteak sandwiches. There is a lot of food culture harboring within the borders of Pennsylvania, so just make a habit out of exploration. Go sample local restaurants and attend some food events that may go on in the year. Such events might include:

  • Philly Beer Week – Philadelphia
  • Pennsylvania Maple Festival – Meyersdale
  • Pennsylvania Herb Festival – York
  • Gettysburg Festival – Gettysburg
  • Mushroom Festival – Kennett Square

Get Your Chef’s Whites and Get a Job

When you go to get a job, you want to have a beefy resume – one that sets you apart from all the others in the stack. One great way to do this is to be an active member in an organization at your school. If you hold an officer position, it shows that you are a leader, willing to take charge at any moment. Also participate in food associations so that you may be more in tune with what is going on in the community.

There should be a lot of culinary positions coming available in the next decade or so. Thus finding a job should not be troublesome. Your starting salary may fall around $35,000, but that is just the beginning. Advancements will easily lead to higher pay rates.

Pennsylvania Technical Colleges Offering Culinary and Pastry Arts, Restaurant Management, and/or Hospitality Degrees

  • Lincoln Tech – Allentown, Philadelphia
  • YTI Career Institute – Altoona, Lancaster, Mechanicsburg, York
  • The Art Institutes – Philadelphia, Pittsburg, York
  • Le Cordon Bleu Schools North America – Pittsburg


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