Culinary Management

An international world of opportunity.

The Art Institutes can help you prepare for it.

Take charge of the whole operation. And the opportunity.

It takes a well-rounded education to run a food service operation. You must know  not only how to cook, but how to manage people, control costs, attract customers, and succeed in an increasingly competitive industry.

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What you can learn

You’ll develop both culinary and management skills as you learn to manage every aspect of the business—including what it takes to own and run your own restaurant. You’ll explore international cuisines, along with courses that can include the areas of:

  • Culinary techniques
  • Classical techniques
  • Hospitality industry & industry trends
  • Management by menu
  • Nutrition
  • Purchasing and controlling costs
  • Garde manger
  • Food and beverage management
  • World cuisine
  • A la carte kitchen
  • Human resources
  • Strategic planning and marketing
  • Wine and spirits management
  • Global management in the hospitality industry
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Program Information Details

Programs vary by location. Select the location you are interested in:

See the work of our Culinary Management students

Vivia Ng and Dylan Lemke's luncheon event

See what Vivia Ng and Dylan Lemke learned when they planned, organized and executed a 5-course chef’s luncheon event.

And read their instructor’s insights about the project.

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Hannah McBride's edible display cake

While you’re there, find out how Hannah McBride met the challenge of creating a Christmas-themed edible display cake.

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Follow our alumni's path to success.

Alumni success stories

Leadership. Menu expertise. Showmanship. Running a restaurant takes it all. Culinary  Management grads from The Art Institutes system of schools are taking advantage of all the opportunities in this changing industry, leading food operations in restaurants, hotels, bakeries, resorts, and more. With our education programs, you can join our nationwide community of alumni who are helping shape the future.

Explore our alumni from all programs

Notable Art Institute Alumni

Learn more from some of our grads who’ve made a name for themselves as they talk about their education, their careers, what Create Tomorrow means to them, and their advice for aspiring creative professionals.


Calvin Tran

Calvin Tran

Fashion Designer

Hear Calvin's Story

Karey Uhler

Karey Uhler

Graphic Designer

Hear Karey's Story

Stig Asmussen

Stig Asmussen

Creative Director, Sony Computer Entertainment

Hear Stig's Story

Tiffany Ferry

Tiffany Derry

Executive Chef and Owner, Private Social

Hear Tiffany's Story

Nathan Shriver

Nathan Shriver

Creative Director, Under Armour, Inc.

Hear Nathan's Story

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