DOL Registered Apprenticeship

Culinary Apprenticeship — earn while you train.

DOL Registered Apprenticeship. Hands-on training in a professional kitchen. Earn ServSafe Manager certification and culinary credentials. Wages from day one.

  • DOL Registered Apprenticeship
  • Earn wages from day one
  • ServSafe Manager cert
  • Professional kitchen training
Earn & Learn

Culinary Apprenticeship

Earn ServSafe certification and culinary skills through a registered apprenticeship. Hands-on training in a professional kitchen.

26 weeks30–40 hrs/week3 credentialsIn-Person

$0 (apprenticeship model)

New Applicant

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$26,000–$80,000
Typical wage range
860 hrs
Total training hours
3 credentials
Industry recognized
6% (faster than average)
Job growth (2024)
Aligned with:ServSafe StandardsDOL Registered ApprenticeshipWIOA Title I

What You'll Learn

Full curriculum broken down by module. Every topic is covered in class and assessed before you advance.

1

Culinary Fundamentals

  • ·Knife skills and cuts
  • ·Stocks, sauces, and soups
  • ·Cooking methods
  • ·Seasoning and flavor development
  • ·Plating and presentation
2

Food Safety

  • ·Temperature control
  • ·Cross-contamination prevention
  • ·Personal hygiene
  • ·Cleaning and sanitizing
  • ·HACCP principles
3

Kitchen Operations

  • ·Station setup and breakdown
  • ·Inventory management
  • ·Food cost calculation
  • ·Menu planning
  • ·Team communication

How You Can Start

Choose the path that fits your situation.

There's a path to enrollment whether you qualify for funding or not. We'll help you figure out which one.

Lowest Cost Path

Workforce-Funded Training

Must reside in Indiana

Funding assistance may be available through workforce development programs. Contact an advisor to check your eligibility.

See What I Qualify For

Free to apply · takes 2 minutes

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Self-Pay — All States

$0 (apprenticeship model)tuition

Enroll immediately without waiting for funding approval. Payment plans, BNPL (Klarna, Afterpay, Zip), and income-share options available.

Payment options

Debit / Credit card
ACH bank transfer
Payment plan (split over time)
BNPL — Klarna, Afterpay, Zip
Find My Best Path

Not sure which path is right? Talk to an advisor — it's free and takes 10 minutes.

Ready to Start Your Culinary Apprenticeship Career?

Earn while you learn — paid apprenticeship

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