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This program combines instruction in high school and at Humber College and provides a Cooperative Education placement in the food services industry. It is offered in Semester 2 and is open to students in their graduating year.

A Cook prepares complete meals or individual dishes and food items, plans menus,
estimates food requirements and costs, monitors and orders supplies. This program provides an opportunity for students to begin “Level One” of their in-school apprenticeship training at Humber College and work as apprentices in a variety of high-end properties.

To qualify, YOU must:

  • Be at least 16 years of age and in your graduating year
  • Have at least 26 credits
  • Have a passion for working in culinary arts
  • Be in good academic standing, including completion of all compulsory courses
    required for your Ontario Secondary School Diploma
  • Have a working knowledge of mathematical concepts and principles
  • Be willing to travel to Humber College (Highway 27 and Finch Avenue) and to a
    Cooperative Education placement
  • Be willing to attend Humber College every Friday from March to June to continue your “Level One” apprenticeship training

Candidates will be interviewed by a selection committee which includes industry partners. A limited number of spaces are available.

Program components include:

  • One week at your home school in a Cooperative Education pre-placement setting
  • Two weeks at Humber College as an introduction to the “Level One” apprenticeship training
  • A Cooperative Education placement with a food services facility of distinction
  • 8 college credits in Culinary Arts

Program Credits/Certification:

  • Earn 4 Cooperative Education credits towards your Ontario Secondary School Diploma
  • Successfully introduced to “Level One” apprenticeship training for Cook at Humber College