About School: Culinary Arts & Hospitality Studies, formerly known as the Hotel and Restaurant Department was founded in 1936 by John and Hilda Watson Gifford. It is the first two year hospitality program in the country; and the first program emphasizing the culinary arts. The department’s beginnings were humble, initially located in the basement of San Francisco’s Galileo High School with only 12 students. In 1955, the department relocated to Smith Hall, it’s first permament home. In 1963, with financial assistance from the Statler Foundation, Statler Wing was built adjacent to Smith Hall and again expanded in 1973.

Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies includes both credit and non-credit programs. Credit degree programs are offered by the Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management Programs (formerly the Hotel and Restaurant Department) and grants Associate in Science degrees in three areas of concentration: Culinary Arts; Food Service Management; and Hotel Management. Consumer classes are also offered for credit and are designed for non-professionals. The non-credit program is the Culinary and Service Skills Training Program, providing short-term vocational training. Additional non-credit culinary classes are also offered.

Facilities: Experience in food preparation and service for a diverse, live audience on a daily basis is an important attribute of our program This level of practical experience is somewhat unique to our program, and gives students a strong competitive edge in the job market.

Programs:

1. Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management Programs
2. Culinary and Service Skills Training Program
3. Classes for Home Cooks

Admission and Fees: For a total cost of about $2200, which includes tuition (for California residents), tools and uniforms for the entire program, (books will be additional) you have the opportunity to earn an Associates in Science degree (60 units), an Award of Achievement and an American Culinary Federation Certificate.

International Students should first contact the International Student Admissions Office located in Conlan Hall, Room 107 or call (415) 239-3837 or visit the college\'s Admission and Registration section of the CCSF web site.

Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Please visit the college\'s Financial Aid Services for more detailed information.

Eligibility: Students who are required to take the CCSF English Placement Test should place in English 92 or higher, or English as a Second Language 150 or higher. For students who place into ESL 150, it is highly recommended that you complete ESL 150 prior to entering the program.

All complete applications are reviewed. Because of the rigorous nature of the program, all past college and/or high school transcripts are reviewed for a 2.0 grade point average or higher. Applicants should also be able to carry 40 pounds across length of the kitchen (approximately 40 feet).