Woodland Adult Education

This is the introductory course into the Culinary Arts industry pathway at Woodland Adult Education. This course is designed to introduce students to basic professional cooking techniques and how to follow proper industry standards required for employment in the food service industry. Students will learn safe food handling practices by acquiring their Food Handlers card during class time. Then, students will participate in weekly cooking labs. In the labs, students will learn to work in groups, follow recipes, time management, measure ingredients accurately, kitchen safety and sanitation, knife safety and cuts, and prepare and taste delicious food. The course will culminate in a banquet prepared by the class. Basic food science principles will be introduced in regards to how different ingredients are used and for specific purposes.