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SOC Food Services

 

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SOC Food Services (CIP Code 19.99)
Instructor: Tom Wood (STC South Annex at IU29)

 



The Food Services program prepares students for entry-level positions in the food service industry. The curriculum includes basic training in preparing and serving foods in a commercial kitchen and basic cooking techniques for restaurant and cafeteria services. Students are taught the knowledge and skills they need to successfully complete the OSHA Teen Workers Safety in Restaurants Assessment. Advanced students work in Woody’s restaurant, cafeteria and commercial dish room.

Theory subjects include measurements, understanding ingredients, sanitation and commercial equipment use. Currently, there is a strong demand for food service workers. Potential career pathways include working in restaurants and hospitals, retirement community or school cafeterias.

Career Pathways

Industry Certifications

  • Serv-Safe—Food Safety Managers Certification ($40.00 to take exam)
  • OSHA 10

 

Program Requirements/Costs (approximate)
Two 3 Ring Binders…………………………….. $ 10.00 each
Combination Lock………………………………. $ 5.00
Books & Uniforms…………………………….... $250.00 (Uniform consists of a white or black chef’s coat, black and white pants, a white chef’s hat, and black non-skid shoes)
The Culinary Professional Workbook………….. $ 25.00

 

 

 Program Entrance Recommendations

  • A strong will to work
  • Accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations
  • An understanding of the food industry
  • Clear understanding of math, English & grammar
  • Good people skills
  • Spend a considerable amount of time standing and/or walking
  • Understand teamwork
   

 

Introduction Video