Revision Date:
Wednesday, May 03, 2023
Food, Beverage Arts & Hospitality Pathway
Food, Beverage Arts & Hospitality Pathway
You value creativity, hospitality, and good service. Run a kitchen, manage a resort, prepare high-quality meals for a diverse set of patrons, or create microbrews in the Pacific Northwest's booming craft brew and distilling industry. Classes in this pathway put you on the front line to gain real-world practice in newly upgraded facilities. Soak in the experiences and graduate quickly to craft your own future.
At the completion of the Baking and Pastry Arts Program, the successful student will be able to:
Required Supplies: All must be permanently marked with student ID# by indelible pen or engraver – engraver available in Food Service Department. All costs are estimated.
Kitchen Supplies
(list is subject to change, see program handbook for details)
Immersion Thermometer | $15.00 |
Microplane Zester | $6.00 |
Paring Knife | $7.00 |
Chefs Knife | $20.00 |
Bread Knife | $15.00 |
Measuring Spoons (set) | $10.00 |
Digital Thermometer | $5.00 |
Kitchen Shears | $5.00 |
Vegetable Peeler | $3.00 |
Food Safe Ruler | $5.00 |
Required Clothing
Double Breasted Chef's Coat (2 each @ $24.00) | $48.00 |
Cooks Check Pants (2 each @ $19.00) | $38.00 |
Bib Aprons (2 each @ $5.00) | $10.00 |
Closed Toe Black Leather Shoes | $75.00 |
Chefs Hat - White | $6.00 |
A Thurston County Food Handler’s Permit must be acquired before entry into the program. Individuals without this permit will not be allowed to enter instructional kitchens or work areas.
CAP 103 is a hybrid format which includes asynchronous online assignments and hands-on practice in associated lab courses. BPA 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116, 118, 119 & 121 are laboratory courses involving work in the instructional kitchens.
All equipment, clothing, and supplies must be purchased prior to the first day of class. Exceptions based on financial need, will be considered on an individual basis in consultation with the instructional staff.
Personal Hygiene Code: A personal hygiene and professional conduct code is in effect in college kitchens as follows: Hair must be neatly maintained, clean, and under control at all times. If a beard is worn, it must be closely trimmed.
Students may begin the Baking and Pastry Arts Program every quarter with permission of instructor.
Students have several options for their starting point. Some students may start in our Transition Studies programs: Adult Basic Education, ESL, High School+, and Basic Computer Skills.
Note: Students may join the program in any quarter, but chef permission is required before registering for Baking & Pastry Arts classes
Revision Date:
Wednesday, May 03, 2023