Certificate in Culinary Arts (CCA)
The Certificate in Culinary Arts (CCA) is a 3-month intensive program designed to provide beginners and aspiring chefs with a strong foundation in professional cooking. The course blends theory and hands-on practicals to cover essential culinary skills, including kitchen operations, cooking methods, Indian & international cuisines, menu planning, and food safety standards. Students will learn not only how to cook with confidence but also how to present dishes professionally and gain insights into starting a home-based food venture or entry-level culinary career.
Outcome: On completion, participants will be able to prepare a wide range of Indian and global dishes, understand kitchen management, and receive a Certificate in Culinary Arts (CCA) that enhances career and entrepreneurial opportunities.
- Introduction to Culinary Arts & Kitchen Operations: Kitchen hierarchy and roles, tools, equipment, and safety practices, culinary terminology, personal and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Food Safety, Sanitation & Nutrition: Food safety regulations and standards, waste management and sustainability, basics of nutrition and dietary needs, allergen awareness.
- Indian Regional Cuisine: North Indian cuisine, South Indian cuisine, Eastern and Western Indian specialties, traditional spices and cooking techniques.
- International Cuisine: Continental, Asian, Mediterranean, fusion food trends, plating & presentation.
- Kitchen Management & Menu Planning: Menu types and designing techniques, cost control and budgeting, inventory management and procurement, customer service essentials.
- Culinary Entrepreneurship & Career Development: Food business models, FSSAI compliance, digital marketing, soft skills.
Graduates of the CCA program will be equipped with the professional skills and industry exposure needed to pursue diverse career paths in the hospitality and food sector. Career opportunities include:
- Assistant Cook / Line Cook
- Catering Assistant
- Kitchen Assistant / Food Production Staff
- Assistant in Cafés & Restaurants
- Home Chef / Food Entrepreneur (Cloud Kitchen, Tiffin Service, Catering)
Students completing the CCA program can secure placements across a wide range of hospitality and food industry sectors, including:
- Hotels & Resorts (3-star to 5-star properties)
- Restaurants & Fine Dining Establishments
- Cafés, Bakeries & Patisseries
- Catering & Banquet Services
- Cruise Lines & Airlines (culinary departments)
- Cloud Kitchens & Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs)
- Food Startups & Home-Based Ventures
Graduates of the Certificate in Culinary Arts (CCA) gain skills that are in high demand globally, opening opportunities in hotels, restaurants, cruise lines, airlines, catering services, and cloud kitchens abroad. With exposure to both Indian and international cuisines, students can confidently pursue culinary careers worldwide.
For those with ambitions beyond traditional kitchens, the program also provides a foundation to become a celebrity cook or food influencer. By mastering signature dishes, plating, presentation, and fusion cooking, along with guidance in branding, digital media, and entrepreneurship, students can pave their path toward careers as TV food show hosts, cookbook authors, food vloggers, or culinary brand ambassadors.
- India (Entry-level): ₹12,000 – ₹20,000 per month as a Commis Chef, Line Cook, or Kitchen Assistant in hotels, restaurants, and catering units.
- With Experience (2–3 years): ₹25,000 – ₹40,000+ per month as Chef de Specialist, or F&B Supervisor.
- International Opportunities: ₹60,000 – ₹1,00,000+ per month (depending on country, employer, and specialization).
- Entrepreneurship (Home Kitchen, Café, Catering): Income potential is flexible and can exceed ₹50,000+ per month, scaling with demand and business growth.
- Duration: 3 Months
- Mode: Theory + Practical Labs + Industry Training
- Eligibility: 10TH PASS /+2TH PASS / Any Graduate / Food Enthusiasts
- Outcome: Certified Culinary Professional with internship experience, ready for careers in hotels, restaurants, catering, or entrepreneurship.
- Fees: INR (₹) 10,500.00 – 35,000
- Certification: On successful completion of the course and assessments, learners will be awarded a grading-based certificate.
