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The Culinary Arts are all about the preparation and presentation of food, making it one of the most exciting and fast-paced industries in the world. If you have a passion for tastes and creating artistic, edible masterpieces, then a career in this industry is perfect for you.

A qualification in the Culinary Arts can lead to careers as a Chef, Head Cook, Restaurant Manager or Pastry Chef. Discover the range of culinary arts courses available, and find one that suits you.

The Culinary Arts are all about the preparation and presentation of food, making it one of the most exciting and fast-paced industries in the world. If you have a passion for tastes and creating artistic, edible masterpieces, then a career in this industry is perfect for you.

A qualification in the Culinary Arts can lead to careers as a Chef, Head Cook, Restaurant Manager or Pastry Chef. Discover the range of culinary arts courses available, and find one that suits you.

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City & Guilds (UK) Food Preparation and Cooking (Patisserie) Course

Do you already have the knowledge of the basic principles of kitchen work? Would you like to specialise in Patisserie? Can you demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to work and study to further your career as a Qualified Patisserie Chef? This programme...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

City & Guilds (UK) Food Preparation and Culinary Arts Course

We are excited to welcome you to our cutting-edge online course in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts programme. Our City & Guilds (UK) courses are Internationally recognized qualifications which will enable you to work all over the world. You will...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Commis Chef
International Culinary Studio - Course

Café Chef Course

Designed with the global trend of Café culture in mind, this course will give you all of the tools you need to thrive in the vibrant Café scene. One of the hottest global culinary trends continues to surge in popularity – Café Culture. This lively scen...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

Catering and Cooking Certificate

Become a caterer and learn essential cooking skills. This course provides an opportunity to interact with and learn from very successful, highly qualified and experienced professionals and master chefs. It also allows you to enter a profession which wi...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef
International Career Institute - Course

New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4)

This course is available to New Zealand Citizens and New Zealand Residents only This programme will enable students to learn in-depth culinary techniques in areas that include cold food presentation, hot desserts and pastry dishes. As well as prepare t...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

New Zealand Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5)

This course is available to New Zealand Citizens and New Zealand Residents only This programme will provide sound preparation for higher level positions within the culinary field. Industry hours in a commercial kitchen will assist students in gaining t...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

City & Guilds (UK) Advanced Food Preparation & Cookery Supervision Course

We are excited to welcome you to our cutting-edge online City & Guilds (UK) Advanced Food Preparation & Cookery Supervision Course. The City & Guilds (UK) Advanced course is an Internationally recognized qualification which will enable you...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

Barista Course

This course will enable you to demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso coffee equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision. At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Confidently make a range of espresso coffees and bever...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

Catering Management Certificate

Catering Managers are required for very busy catering and event companies. Studying to ensure you are well equipped to handle the diversity of skills required in this job will help secure you a position in the future. Apart from the long hours most of...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

Kitchen Hand Course

This course will enable you to demonstrate and be able to understand safe food handling procedures, identify hazards in the kitchen, receive and store food as well as set up the kitchen. At the completion of this course, you will be able to: Identify c...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

The Art of Chocolate Confectionary

We are excited to welcome you to our professional short course in The Art of Chocolate Confectionary Learn everything you have ever wanted to know about the creation of chocolates – no experience necessary! With this Certificate of Achievement, you wil...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef +1
International Culinary Studio - Course

Café Baking Course

Our Professional Cake Baking Course has been designed to give you the techniques and skills to become a successful cake baker. If you are an aspiring cake baker, then this is the course for you. You will be sure to impress your family and friends or tu...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Chef
International Culinary Studio - Course

National Certificate in Hospitality Cookery (Level 2) – TEC Youth Guarantee

This course is only available to study in-class in Auckland AHCTS Youth Guarantees hospitality course is designed as a career awareness course with a National Qualifications. The programme is full time for 26 week and caters for 16 – 19 year olds with...

Study Method In-class
Location Auckland
Job Outcomes Chef +1
Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School - Course

New Zealand Certificate in Cookery (Level 4)

This course is only available to study in-class in Auckland The skills offered on this chef course will be beneficial to advancing the candidates’ career in hospitality. Specifically, they will be able to demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of fo...

Study Method In-class
Location Auckland
Job Outcomes Chef
Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School - Course

New Zealand Diploma in Cookery Advanced (Level 5)

This course is only available to study in-class in Auckland The New Zealand Diploma in Cookery (Advanced) (Level 5) is intended for people with prior cooking experience to acquire advanced knowledge and skills to pursue a career as a senior chef in the...

Study Method In-class
Location Auckland
Job Outcomes Chef
Auckland Hotel and Chefs Training School - Course

What are the culinary arts?

Culinary arts isn’t simply about preparing and cooking food; it’s about being inventive and passionate about how you create these dishes. 

By learning the many facets of the culinary arts, you will understand how ingredients, techniques and different culinary styles interact with one another to create interesting and dynamic flavours. 

Culinarians can work in various environments, such as culinary management, food service, the hospitality industry, a patisserie, commercial cookery and world-class professional kitchens.

However, there are a few factors to consider. You will have to work long hours, many of your shifts will be during the evening, and you’ll be on your feet for most of it. If you think you can handle all of that, then training.co.nz can help you find the right course that suits your needs.

 Salaries vary depending on where you work and what position you have. Generally speaking, a commercial chef earns between $37,000 to $48,000 per year. 

Skills needed for culinary arts

Technical skills:

  • Cooking techniques (e.g.: grilling, frying, etc)
  • Food preparation skills (e.g.: how to plate up, checking the quality of the ingredients)
  • Safety and hygiene knowledge
  • An understanding of the equipment that you use
  • Knowledge of food nutrition and food technology

General skills and qualities that will help:

  • Know how to keep calm under pressure
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent multi-tasking skills
  • Enjoy a fast-paced job
  • Teamwork skills
  • Management skills (e.g.: supervising cooks)

Jobs in culinary arts

  • Head chef
  • Pastry chef
  • Commercial chef
  • Sous chef
  • Kitchen manager
  • Banquet Chef
  • Caterer
  • Executive Chef

How do you get a job in the culinary arts?

You don’t need a university degree to get into this field; in fact, a lot of the education comes from working low-level positions and slowly rising to the top.

However, if you want to get ahead or simply want to make yourself look more appealing to employers, there are plenty of short courses you can complete in less than a year, such as the New Zealand Certificate in Cooking, which is held by an online cooking school.

There are also plenty of TAFE culinary arts courses to choose from, which provides cooking apprenticeships that can kickstart your career.

However, if you want to take that extra step and get into management, there are bachelor programs, providing you with higher education in business and culinary arts.