Leslie Shirek
Leslie
Shirek
Program Outreach Specialist
701-671-2578
leslie.shirek@ndscs.edu
Tech Center 12
Tana Erbes
Architectural Modeling & Design
Auto Body Repair and Refinishing Technology
Building Construction Technology
Construction Management Technology
Culinary Arts
Dean's Office
HVACR Technology
Land Surveying and Civil Engineering Technology
Pharmacy Technician
Plumbing
Powersports Technology
Precision Machining Technology
Robotics, Automation and Mechatronics Technology
Welding Technology
Program Outreach Specialist
701-671-2611
tana.erbes@ndscs.edu
Wahpeton
Tech Center 14
Kyle Armitage
Culinary Arts
Associate Professor/Program Coordinator
701-671-2264
kyle.armitage@ndscs.edu
Wahpeton
Hektner Student Center 130
Culinary Arts
Discover your passion for food while earning a degree in Culinary Arts.
Are you a student who is interested in the Culinary Arts program at NDSCS? Find out how to visit NDSCS at NDSCS.edu/Visit or register to attend a SEE NDSCS Day.
Are you a school counselor or instructor interested in bringing a group of students to NDSCS to learn more about Culinary Arts? Find out more about our Program Visit Days.
Academic Options
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Chef Training and Management Technology
The Culinary Arts curriculum provides students with a broad range of study that enables them to be employed in a large variety of occupations within the food service and hospitality industry. Students learn quality food preparation, service techniques, organizational skills, and are exposed to all aspects of the industry.
- Type: A.A.S. degree, Diploma
- Locations: Wahpeton
- Cluster: Hospitality and Tourism
Restaurant Management
This option is designed as a third-year option for students completing the Culinary Arts program. It provides a range of business knowledge and experiences that will integrate well with the skills students have already achieved, preparing them to take on supervisory roles in their employment.
- Type: A.A.S. degree, third-year option
- Locations: Wahpeton
- Cluster: Hospitality and Tourism
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The NDSCS Culinary Arts program provides students with a broad range of study that enables them to be employed in a variety of occupations within the food service and hospitality industry.
As a student, you’ll have the opportunity to receive hands-on training in a professional kitchen and even run your own restaurant. You’ll learn classical techniques as well as progressive trends. From front of house service, to management, to cooking, our program helps students discover and develop skills needed for success in the culinary field.
The program features:
- Two years of hands-on food preparation
- A third-year Restaurant Management option
- Training in sanitation, nutrition, menu planning and restaurant management
- Small class sizes with individualized instruction
- Affordable culinary education
The Culinary Arts program is part of the Business Administration and Management Department.
Culinary Arts Special Event
Interested in Culinary Arts? Register to attend Culinary Intensive for a four-day culinary arts experience.