Enriched Cook Apprenticeship* | Curriculum

Enriched Cook Apprenticeship* Curriculum

The Stratford Chefs School’s immersive, hands-on program model is a harmonious mix of practical and theoretical courses that exposes students to all aspects of cuisine and facilitates the student’s development into a skilled and thoughtful chef.

Our program includes training students in all aspects of owning and operating a small business. This unique entrepreneurial model is recognized for giving Stratford Chefs School alumni a well-rounded foundation for success in a wide variety of specializations within the hospitality industry.

The Curriculum at Stratford Chefs School is enriched in several ways. Our academic semester runs for 16 weeks, more than the provincial curriculum standard of 12 weeks. In-class training hours at Stratford Chefs School exceed provincial requirements by 244 hours in year one and by 360 hours in year two. Students enrolled at Stratford Chefs School receive more than 604 additional in-class chef training hours over two years. (* if eligible)