Culinary Management, A.S. Degree

Program Information

A.S. Degree - Code 222600 - Catalog 2023/2024

Costa Magoulas, Dean, 386-506-3578, Costa.Magoulas@daytonastate.edu

Lisa Allen, Program Advisor, 386-506-3946, Lisa.Allen@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The Culinary Management Program at Daytona State College is committed to providing a quality education incorporating both theory and practice in order to prepare professionally responsible and capable individuals who will demonstrate value to employers within the hospitality industry. Additionally, our mission is to provide the hospitality industry with leaders who will make meaningful contributions to both the industry and their communities.

Description:

This program provides students with the necessary food service skills and culinary skills for an entry-level position as a restaurant cook, chef (restaurants, hotels, clubs, large industrial kitchens) or a food service manager. The curriculum is designed to give the student a solid foundation of cooking skills. Students are also taught sanitation and safety, basic nutrition, supervision of personnel, craft beer and wine pairing, and purchasing and cost controls. With this base, graduates will be successful in any environment that requires basic or advanced knowledge of food preparation and handling.

Graduates of this program are eligible to enroll in Daytona State's Bachelor of Applied Science in Supervision and Management Program. Call our admissions office, (386) 506-3059, or visit DaytonaState.edu/admissions.html for additional information.

AS Certificate That Leads To This Degree:

The following AS Certificate is embedded within this degree: Culinary Arts - 081900. You may pursue the AS degree in Culinary Management and also earn the Culinary Arts certificate while completing the requirements for the degree along with completing 3 additional courses: HUN1203, LIS2004 and OST1141. Contact your faculty or academic advisor for details and course options.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Define the organization and layout of a foodservice operation.

  2. Apply and supervise others on the principles of sanitation and safety. 

  3. Use learned knife skills in the preparation of meats and vegetables.

  4. Prepare meats, fish, poultry, vegetables and fruits utilizing a wide variety of cooking methods.

  5. Prepare and discuss dishes reflective of a variety of cuisines, both international and domestic.

  6. Demonstrate basic professional food preparation in an organized manner.

  7. Identify and utilize food service equipment and tools.

  8. Prepare complex contemporary recipes for table and banquet service and demonstrate contemporary plating techniques.

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by completing the FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grant, loans, and work program available please see the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/finaid. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Lab Fees charged for each Food Production Course for food costs: 
$150 
Uniforms: $75
Professional Cutlery: $270

 

Careers

Restaurant Cook, Chef, Food Service Manager, Baker. Work in the industry in restaurants, hotels, country clubs, resorts, industrial kitchens.

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

General Education Courses

General Education Core - 15 Credits

Communication Core (3 credits)

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

 

Mathematics Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

MGF2106Survey in Mathematics

3

MGF2107Mathematics for Liberal Arts

3

MAC1105College Algebra

3

 

Natural Sciences Core (3 credits)

BSC1005Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors)

3

 

Humanities Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

ARH1000Art Appreciation

3

HUM2020Introduction to Humanities

3

LIT2000Literature and Culture

3

MUL1010Music Appreciation

3

PHI2010Introduction of Philosophy

3

THE1000Theatre Appreciation

3

 

Social Sciences Core (3 credits)

Choose One Course

AMH2020United States History 1865 to Present

3

POS2041American Federal Government

3

AMH2020, POS2041: These courses satisfy the Civics Literacy Competency graduation requirement. 

 

Note: Prior to enrollment in college-level English or math courses, some students may be advised to complete college preparatory/developmental course work. See an Academic Advisor to determine developmental course requirements.

 

Program Specific Courses

All Program Specific Courses require students to obtain a grade of "C" or better to meet graduation requirements.

FOS1201Sanitation and Safety

3

FSS1063CBaking and Lab

3

FSS1202CFood Production I and Lab

3

FSS1222CFood Production II and Lab

3

FSS1240CContemporary American Cuisine and Lab

3

FSS1242CInternational Cuisine and lab

3

FSS1270Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine

3

FSS2210CFood Production III and lab

3

FSS2284CCatering and Buffet Management and Lab

3

HFT1000Introduction to Hospitality Industry

3

HFT1940CHospitality Practicum I (Basic) and Lab

3

HFT1941CHospitality Practicum II (Intermediate) and Lab

3

HFT2282Hospitality Supervision

3

HFT2454Hospitality Purchasing and Controls

3

HFT2942CHospitality Practicum III (Advanced) and Lab

3

 

Sample Program of Study

Year 1

1st Semester

ENC1101Introduction to Composition

3

FOS1201Sanitation and Safety

3

FSS1202CFood Production I and Lab

3

FSS1222CFood Production II and Lab

3

HFT1000Introduction to Hospitality Industry

3

 

2nd Semester

BSC1005Survey of Biological Sciences (For Non-Science Majors)

3

Mathematics Core

3

FSS1063CBaking and Lab

3

FSS2284CCatering and Buffet Management and Lab

3

 

Summer Semester

HFT1940CHospitality Practicum I (Basic) and Lab

3

FSS1242CInternational Cuisine and lab

3

 

Year 2

1st Semester

Social Sciences Core - Civic Literacy (AMH2020 or POS2041)

3

FSS1240CContemporary American Cuisine and Lab

3

HFT2282Hospitality Supervision

3

HFT2454Hospitality Purchasing and Controls

3

 

2nd Semester

Humanities Core

3

FSS1270Introduction to Craft Beer and Wine

3

FSS2210CFood Production III and lab

3

HFT1941CHospitality Practicum II (Intermediate) and Lab

3

HFT2942CHospitality Practicum III (Advanced) and Lab

3

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.

Total Credit Hours: 60