Gar-Field High School
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts prepares students to practice the managerial, production, and service skills used in food establishments and related food industry occupations such as chef/cook, baker/pastry chef, and hospitality worker. Students plan, select, store, purchase, prepare and serve food and food products; study basic nutrition, sanitation, and food safety; learn the use and care of commercial equipment; and practice the operation of institutional food establishments. In addition to refining these skills, students will practice serving and dining room management throughout the two-year program. Students engage in real-world experiences by working cooperatively with local business owners and various food establishments in the community. Courses are scheduled in a two-period/double block each year beginning in the 11th grade.
Application Information
Specialty program applications will be accepted November 2, 2026 - February 1, 2027.
Visit the Specialty Programs Application Process website to learn more about the application process.
Who can apply?
Applications for this program are open for rising 11th and 12th grade students who attend one of the following schools:
- Gar-Field HS
- Hylton HS
- Osbourn Park HS
- Woodbridge HS
Learn More About the Culinary Arts Program
Information Meeting Details
- November 12, 2026, 6:30 p.m. at Gar-Field HS
- January 27, 2027, 6:00 p.m. at Gar-Field HS
Program Information
Transport Program
Students in the Culinary Arts program travel between their base school and the program school to attend their program classes. PWCS provides bus transportation to and from the program school, returning students to their base school in time to ride their regular bus home. All other classes and activities take place at the student’s base school.
Transport Applicant Eligibility Requirements
All transport applicants must be:
- In good academic standing - passing 5 classes (same as athletic eligibility)
- In good attendance standing – not chronically absent (ie, not missing 10% or more of school)
- In good discipline standing – no discipline record in the past 12 months for fighting, vapes, disrespect/classroom disruption, vandalism. No discipline record ever of assault/battery, sexual assault or harassment, arson, weapons, or drugs/alcohol.
- Students with an IEP, 504 Plan, or other documented support needs who are applying to the IB Program are strongly encouraged to participate in a transition planning meeting involving representatives from the student's current school, the IB Program, and special education staff. The purpose of the meeting is to review program expectations, discuss any required accommodations or supports, and develop a plan to promote student success and safety within the program. Participation in this meeting is intended solely to facilitate appropriate support planning and does not determine eligibility for admission.
