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Culinary Academy of Long Island

At the Culinary Academy of Long Island, you can become a chef, caterer, or restaurant manager in just nine months. You'll learn while doing in our three commercial kitchens and through program internships at some of the finest restaurants and hotels in the New York area.

• Personalized Convenient Professional
• Receive hands-on training from professionals in a brand new 9,000 square foot facility Benefit from day, night, and weekend programs, as well as small class sizes 
• Jumpstart your career with internships in the food industry

CULINARY PROGRAMS OFFERED:  ( More Information )

Diploma - Commercial Cooking (Evening)

Designed for students seeking evening instruction, this program focuses on "learning by doing" in areas like food preparation, catering, skills development and quantity food production. A special Internship helps you prepare for an exciting position in the culinary arts after graduation. 


Diploma - Professional Cooking

This course emphasizes "learning by doing" with special attention given to the practical side of professional food preparation. You are prepared for a career in restaurants, bakeries, food service departments of corporations and health-related institutions, as well as in the rapidly expanding fields of catering and "food to go." Graduates of this program are fully prepared to fulfill many entry-level food service roles, including sous chef, garde manger, baker, pantry person, short-order cook and line cook.


Diploma - Restaurant Management

This course emphasizes all aspects of restaurant management, including knowledge of both kitchen operations and maintenance of the front of the house. The course will include food preparation and sanitation, food purchasing, food and beverage operations, menu planning, restaurant design, and other business and supervisory practices for the hospitality industry. Graduates will be trained for positions in food service establishments as restaurant managers, kitchen managers, food and beverage managers, front of the house managers and food pantry agents. These courses are the cornerstone to success in the hospitality industry.


Coursework - Baking and Pastry Arts I

Designed to provide a varied approach to the art of baking and pastry creation, this program emphasizes the techniques of baking bread, rolls, cakes, pies, candies and pastries. Students are taught to make Pate a Choux for eclairs and cream puffs and Puff Pastries, the premier pastry for both sweet and savory dishes. Special attention is paid to the art of decorating cakes with flowers, designs and figures to create a professional-looking product.


Coursework - Baking and Pastry Arts II

Designed to build on the skills introduced in Baking and Pastry Arts I, this course focuses on producing specialty cakes and desserts. It covers procedures for dessert menu planning and costing, as well as practical experience in preparing and presenting a wide range of restaurant and bake shop items.

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Culinary Academy of Long Island
25 Michael Drive
Syosset, NY 11791


The Culinary Academy of Long Island can help you realize your dream of becoming a chef, caterer, or restaurant manager. The best part? You can do it in just 9 months. All students are exposed to internships in some of New York’s finest hotels and restaurants. At school, you’ll learn the hands-on skills you need in a brand new 9,000 square foot facility. For total flexibility you can attend programs during the day, night, or even weekends. Make the move to get into a career you’ll really love.

CAREER SERVICES  ( More Information )

The staff at the Culinary Academy of Long Island are experienced food industry professionals who can guide you to the right career path. They work directly with you to develop an individualized career plan. Central to our career services is the internship program. Each internship is carefully structured so that each student benefits as much as possible. The Culinary Academy of Long Island has built a reputation with many employers over the years and works with you in seeking a position after graduation. Career preparation sessions available include:

• Reviewing hiring procedures
• Writing your resume
• Improving your employment interview skills

There is no additional charge for placement assistance as a current student or graduate.

FINANCIAL AID

The Culinary Academy of Long Island believes your career will benefit from professional food training. So whether you choose the Professional Program or Commercial Cooking Program, or simply decide to take one of our continuing education Baking and Pastry Arts courses, we will help you find the financial support you need. We participate in both federal and state assistance programs, including those for veterans, and we offer assistance to find the best support for those who qualify.

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