Cookery Senior Taster
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-06-10 | - |
Program Overview
Ara's Cookery Senior Taster program offers hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen for year 11-13 students. Participants learn culinary skills to prepare and serve a two-course meal, taught by experienced chefs through demonstrations, practical work, and theory. The program aims to provide a glimpse into the culinary profession and potential career paths as chefs, cooks, or kitchen assistants.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Participants will gain hands-on experience in a real commercial kitchen.
- The program focuses on developing the culinary skills required to prepare, cook, and serve a two-course meal to customers.
- The program is designed for year 11, 12, and 13 students.
Teaching:
- Participants will be taught by experienced chefs.
- The program will use a variety of teaching methods, including demonstrations, practical work, and theoretical sessions.
Careers:
- Graduates of the program may be able to find work as chefs, cooks, or kitchen assistants.
Other:
- The program is offered at Ara's Madras Street campus in Christchurch and Timaru.
- The program runs for one day.
- Participants will need to bring their own lunch and water.
- The program costs $50.
- To register for the program, participants can click on the "Register" button for the date they wish to attend and then complete the registration form.
- Please note: a minimum number of participants is required for the program to proceed.
- The program is designed to give participants a taste of what it is like to work in a commercial kitchen.
- Participants will learn how to prepare a variety of dishes, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts.
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Overview:
Ara Institute of Canterbury is a New Zealand government-owned tertiary institution located in the South Island. It boasts over 100 years of teaching experience and is the largest institute of technology in the region. Ara welcomes approximately 1,800 international students annually from over 50 countries.
Services Offered:
Ara offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
English Language Study Options:
Ara provides English language courses for international students who need to improve their language skills before pursuing further studies.Further Study Options:
Ara offers English for Further Study programs specifically designed to prepare international students for academic study in English.Student Life Support:
Ara provides resources and support to help international students adjust to life in New Zealand, including information on accommodation, student services, and social activities.Accommodation:
Ara offers a variety of accommodation options for students, including on-campus residences and off-campus housing.Exam Centre:
Ara operates an IELTS examination centre for students who need to take the IELTS test for immigration or study purposes.Student Exchange and Study Abroad:
Ara participates in international student exchange programs, allowing students to study abroad at other institutions.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Ara provides a vibrant and welcoming campus environment for international students. Students can expect: