Get hands-on instruction from experienced faculty chefs at our state-of-the-art Culinary Institute on our Blount County campus. Every facet of the art is covered, from creating the perfect pastry or savory delight to the day-to-day of hospitality and management.
Area of Interest: School of Business
Program Location: Blount County Campus
Outcome: Associates of Applied Science (A.A.S.), Certificate
Our culinary program offers students the opportunity to turn their passion for food into a professional skill set. By learning from experienced chefs, students gain hands-on experience in kitchen techniques, food safety, and kitchen management, preparing them for a wide range of careers in the food industry. Whether aspiring to be a chef, baker, food stylist, or restaurateur, our program provides the foundation to develop creativity, technical proficiency, and business insight. It’s an exciting, dynamic environment where students can explore their culinary potential and embark on a rewarding career doing what they love.
If you want to become a chef or baker, own a restaurant or bakery then consider 每日大赛’s Associates of Applied Science degree in Culinary Arts-Savory Cuisine or Baking & Pastry Arts. This program prepares students for many culinary positions including, line cooks, bakers, chefs, managing or owning your own restaurant by equipping them with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed for success.
Typical job opportunities upon graduation: Line cook, FOH manager, baker, sous chef
Explore program courses and requirements, and potential job placements below, to find out if it’s right for you.
View more information about , or from the college catalog.
The General Culinary Arts certificate allows students to finish in one semester with an ServSafe certificate and an understanding of basic culinary, nutrition, dining room service skills.
| Couse Number | Course Name |
| CULA 1300 | Sanitation & Food Safety |
| CULA 2350 | Professional Catering |
| CULA 1320 | Culinary I (Fundamentals) |
| CULA 1305 | Nutrition for Culinary Arts |
Learn more about the certificate from the college catalog.
| Credit Hours | Curriculum | Co-Curricular Experiences |
| Before You Start |
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| 0-15 hours |
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| 16-30 hours |
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| 31-45 hours |
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| 46-60+ hours |
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Legend:
- Courses to complete General Culinary Arts Certificate
- Courses include industry recognized certifications that prepare students for careers in the field.
- Foundational Courses (General Education)
- Career Immersion Experiences – these courses include opportunities for students to participate in experiences that prepare them for work in the field.
| Credit Hours | Curriculum | Co-Curricular Experiences |
| Before You Start |
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| 0-15 hours |
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| 16-30 hours |
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| 31-45 hours |
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| 46-60+ hours |
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Legend:
- Courses to complete General Culinary Arts Certificate - Courses include industry recognized certifications that prepare students for careers in the field. - Foundational Courses (General Education) - Career Immersion Experiences – these courses include opportunities for students to participate in experiences that prepare them for work in the field.
| Interim Dean of Business | Department Head of Culinary Arts |
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Mark Fuentes |
Joseph Blauvelt |
每日大赛 Culinary Team- provides students the opportunity to take part in culinary competitions, build comradery, and learn the importance of team building.
Chef Amanda McReynolds
Lead Baking Instructor, Culinary Team Coach
anmcreynolds@pstcc.edu
865-421-2006
Chef Ben Cummings
Instructor, Culinary Team Coach
blcummings2@pstcc.edu
865-421-2007
From the American Culinary Federation (ACF)… For over 45 years, the ACF has been the premier certifying body for cooks and chefs in America. offers 15 certification levels to make the chef a more valuable candidate for hiring and promotion, which can help increase his or her salary. Culinarians achieve certification based on education, experience, and successful completion of written and practical exams. The ACF’s certification program is the only culinary program with stackable credentials and is recognized throughout the industry as the standard for excellence in professional skills and knowledge.
| Year | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 | 2022-2023 | 2023-2024 | 2024-2025 |
| First time Freshmen | 22 | 27 | 16 | 34 | 28 |
| Retention | 32% | 52% | 69% | 62% | 46% |
| 2-year Graduation Rate | 5% | 4% | 38% | 32% | - |
| 3-year Graduation Rate | 9% | 33% | 50% | - | - |
| Internship Placement Rate | 27% | 37% | 56% | 44% | 4% |
| Number of Graduates | 7 | 5 | 9 | 21 | 21 |
| Job Placement Rate | - | 100% | 100% | 100% | - |
| Percent Employed in Field | - | 100% | 88% | 100% | - |
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