Cook Apprenticeship
Level – Apprenticeship
Earn while you learn!
Overview
Receive valuable in-school training while you work in a paid culinary position. The culinary industry is growing and there is a shortage of professionally-trained cooks and chefs. The apprenticeship program will work well for students who have secured employment in the culinary industry.
Note: You must be registered as a Cook Apprentice with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development. You may also apply the in-school training toward a Culinary Skills - Chef certificate or a Culinary Management diploma.
Your Future Career
- Chef de Partie
- First Cook
- Sous Chef
- Chef de Cuisine
What You Learn
- Baking and advanced pastry arts
- Food, beverage and kitchen management
- Restaurant food production
- Food preparation and culinary skills
- Wines
Admissions Requirements
Admissions Requirements
You must be a signed apprentice with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development to be eligible to take these programs. Please go to ontario.ca/page/apprenticeship-ontario for additional information.
What You Need
What You Need
Textbooks:
Check out the Campus Bookstore to not only purchase your textbooks but also view your book list before the semester starts.
Technology/Devices:
Canadore College has implemented Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) to enhance your learning experience in and out of the classroom while ensuring flexibility in learning.
To learn more about BYOD and to find out what is required for your program, please visit https://www.canadorecollege.ca/BYOD
You will also need:
- Knife Kit
The Knife kits can be purchased through Trans Canada Store and Restaurant Supply
1183 Fisher Street
North Bay, Ontario, P1B 2G8
705.474.5726 or 1.800.461.1668
Mel@transcanadastore.ca
The content and quality of the tools included in the kit have been carefully selected by the chefs to assist in the successful completion of the program and are items that you will use throughout your career. All items are required. The cost of the kit is $499.58 + $64.95 HST = $564.53.
- Culinary Uniform
The Culinary Uniform cost is included in your ancillary funds.Place your order online with Stitch Row - https://www.stitchrow.com/canadore-college-culinary-arts by July 1st with your sizing.
Uniform kits will be delivered and distributed to the college on the first day of classes. Hemming will be available for an additional cost of $10 per pair of pants.
- Shoes
Non slip black leather, shoes are a requirement for working in the labs. Non slip shoes can be found at various locations, some of which include: Walmart, Mark’s Work Wear house and online at Shoes for Crews. Please remember you are on your feet for many hours, make sure the shoes are comfortable.
Certification/Accreditation
Certification/Accreditation
Chef Training Certificate along with Smart Serve, WHIMIS and Food Safety Training.