Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) Restaurant Production
Course Overview
This Associate of Applied Science degree provides the hands-on culinary and management skills required for immediate employment in the food service industry. Students master their craft by operating real-world campus venues, from a bustling food court to an upscale waited-service dining room. The program is designed in close collaboration with industry leaders to ensure graduates are job-ready.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain real-world experience managing two on-campus restaurants: a multi-concept food court and an upscale dining room
- Learn essential management skills including inventory control, purchasing, and personnel supervision
- Master food production for diverse menus, from classic short-order grill to contemporary Pacific Northwest cuisine
- Develop skills through a curriculum designed in partnership with the hospitality industry for maximum employability
- Prepare for immediate entry into the culinary field with a focused, career-ready degree
Course Overview
This Associate of Applied Science degree provides the hands-on culinary and management skills required for immediate employment in the food service industry. Students master their craft by operating real-world campus venues, from a bustling food court to an upscale waited-service dining room. The program is designed in close collaboration with industry leaders to ensure graduates are job-ready.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain real-world experience managing two on-campus restaurants: a multi-concept food court and an upscale dining room
- Learn essential management skills including inventory control, purchasing, and personnel supervision
- Master food production for diverse menus, from classic short-order grill to contemporary Pacific Northwest cuisine
- Develop skills through a curriculum designed in partnership with the hospitality industry for maximum employability
- Prepare for immediate entry into the culinary field with a focused, career-ready degree