Coastline Regional Occupational Program (ROP)

Culinary Arts Internship

APPROVED FOR UC/CSU

The following ROP course meets the UC/CSU Preparatory Elective “G” requirement. To meet UC/CSU admission requirement (“G” credit), students must earn a grade of 70% or better.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Prepare for a career as a chef in a fine restaurant or hotel. Learn safety and sanitation, knife skills, cooking techniques, and food service procedures.

Certification: Students will have the opportunity to test for and receive a ServSafe Food Handler Certificate.

Prerequisites: Students must be at least 16 years of age. Students must be responsible for their own transportation to and from the internship site. Students must take and pass ServSafe Food Handler test prior to placement at an internship site; test administered during course hours. Students must earn a grade of 70% or better in the classroom portion of the course to be placed at an internship.

Required Materials: Blue pants and black leather shoes with rubber soles required.

COVID-19 NOTICE: Students participating in Coastline ROP internship classes must adhere to the policies and procedures of their assigned site. This may include being vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19, and weekly testing.

COURSE TOPICS

Orientation and industry careers Sanitation and safety Knives Equipment for food preparation, baking and service Culinary terminology and math Fundamentals of food service procedures Food preparation Procedures for receiving and storage of food

Costing and pricing Menu analysis Laws governing the food service industry Employment literacy Personal skills related to employment Interpersonal skills and group dynamics Thinking and problem solving skills Communication skills

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLO)

Upon successful completion, Coastline ROP students will:

• Integrate Academic and Technical Skills
• Practice Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills
• Communicate and Collaborate with Diverse Audiences
• Demonstrate Creativity and Innovation
• Act as Responsible, Ethical Citizens
• Develop Personal, Educational and Career Goals