Individuals that are interested in an introduction to culinary arts as well as those interested in cooking as a hobby, and amateurs interested in enhancing their cooking techniques.
On our fast track Certificate in Professional Cookery you will learn the fundamentals of cooking. The course combines practical classes together with theoretical sessions enabling you to start your career as a junior cook.
At the end of the course you will be familiar with classical and contemporary cooking techniques enabling you to start to cook professionally. Not only will you learn how to become creative, but you will also learn about other aspects of working, kitchen organization and operations, food safety and hygiene, and a bit of menu planning and costing.
During the intensive 10 week-course you will have a mix of demonstrations and practical classes with our celebrity chefs. You will be in kitchen sessions for almost 15 hours per week plus assist the executive chef on certain days in producing meals for the students. 4-6 additional hours will be spent in theory classes per week.
I’ve loved my time here in Alpine. The course subjects were very interesting, specific in their aims and broad in their teaching. ...read more
I'm excited to apply my knowledge to grow our enterprise and seek out expansion opportunities. ...read more
The fresh, exciting and relevant classes offered by Alpine Center suited my needs perfectly. ...read more
I learned how to take initiatives, be responsible, and become a valuable team member, which is key to a successful career ...read more
Alpine Center gives great opportunities to its students, and as a Culinary Arts graduate I really want to thank all the teachers as they have done the best job. ...read more
The program of study is so comprehensive that now at the end of my studies I can’t just believe how much I have learned about the details that are so important and make a difference in a successful hotel operation. ...read more
Hospitality Management was not my first choice but it was my final one, I had a passion to work with the people and help the environment. ...read more
I have completed my most unforgettable internship in the luxurious 5-star St Regis Hotel in Doha, Qatar: a 5 months’ internship filled with challenges, learning new skills and techniques ...read more
My learning experience was beyond expectations. I obtained a sound grasp of the global event industry and advanced my skills in event management. ...read more
I hold two qualifications: A Swiss Diploma in Hotel Management from Alpine Center and a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management. ...read more
From day one we learned to always push ourselves beyond excellence and then push some more. Its true what they say about the alpine formula: ALPINE= Professionalism + Education + Personality. ...read more
The biggest thank you to all to all my lecturers over the years. You were the best I could ever hope for! ...read more
Distance Learning is ideal for working people who want to raise the bar and move forward in their career! ...read more
The name “Alpine Center” is synonymous with eminent success and high-reaching progress through setting goals and achieving them. ...read more
I would highly recommend Alpine Center to potential students who wish to build a career in the challenging world of hospitality, and to gain international work experience. ...read more
