BSc in Culinary Arts: A Flourishing Career Choice

Culinary Arts is quite a promising field with endless opportunities and career paths but it’s no secret; that the hospitality industry is extremely competitive. Thousands of budding chefs dream of making it big in the culinary world but only a few make it to the pivotal point of their careers. Skills required in this field go way beyond just cooking a delicious meal.

According to Chef Sebastian Breitinger, Professor of Culinary Arts and Food Production at V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE), one needs creativity, level-headedness, sensitivity, empathy and the drive to go the extra mile. “You cannot grow or succeed in this field if you don’t have the utmost passion for it. Self-study and keeping yourself updated on the latest trends, techniques, foods and market demands is key. Only then can one become innovative and create new flavours.”

Why BSc in Culinary Arts?

We have all grown up watching cooking shows, or better yet, watching our parents cook in the kitchen. At that time, it might have seemed pretty easy but it is truly surprising how much attention and detail goes into each production. Someone who loves to cook might be able to wing it and work quite well with various flavours and techniques but one cannot deny the effectiveness of a professional degree in the same field.  Bachelors of Science in the Culinary Arts degree can very well set you up for success and provide you with a great understanding of the industry which a book or videos on the internet cannot.

“There are myriad career opportunities in the culinary field. Right from an executive chef to a teacher, every option is notable.” says Chef Sebastian. He added, "If you find yourself to be a true connoisseur of flavours, you can become a food critic. If you’ve always had an interest in becoming an entrepreneur, you can very well start your own cafe or restaurant with the right set of developed skills and knowledge or up-skill yourself with a Master’s program In Switzerland. Our MOU with Swiss Education Group gives one an option for higher Education at Cesar Ritz Colleges Or Culinary Arts Academy, Switzerland

Why BSc Culinary Arts at VMSIIHE?

In Chef Sebastian’s words, “The answer is simple. We have state-of-the-art Kitchens with modern amenities, world class infrastructure, experienced faculty members, discipline environment and an expertly designed curriculum which includes a big portion of practical classes. All that one need to give us is your passion, dedication and your dreams.”

They say you never learn until you experience it first-hand and VMSIIHE recognizes just that. With partnerships with more than 20 luxury hotel chains in India and abroad, VMSIIHE has a placement and recruitment cell that works tirelessly to help the students take that big step closer to their dreams.

The curriculum is designed in such a way that by the time of the student graduate, the students are wholly prepared to face the industry. There is special emphasis on leadership, personality development, communication, and teaching skills. The curriculum provides strong skill-based modules as well as management experiences with all aspects of Food Production and Food & Beverage & Service operations. Right from social psychology and computer applications to F&B controls and baking, the degree at VMSIIHE covers it all.

With the growth of the ever-changing Hospitality industry, comes a huge for professional trained graduates. To be fruitful in the culinary arts, you must know more than just how to cook. To be trained for any type of career in the culinary industry, you will need to perfect both the culinary and non-culinary skills. Be smart in choosing a culinary degree that pays equal attention to hospitality, management, marketing and business skills and you will certainly be on the right path to success.

Note: The views expressed in this article are that of V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha