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Certificate in Culinary Arts

About the Program

The Undergraduate Certificate in Culinary Arts at DPGU School for Hospitality and Tourism, Pune, is a 1-year intensive program designed to develop foundational culinary skills and industry-relevant knowledge for aspiring chefs and food professionals.

The program focuses on building strong practical competencies in food production, kitchen operations, and culinary techniques. Students are trained in basic and advanced cooking methods, food presentation, kitchen safety, hygiene, and nutrition fundamentals. Alongside technical skills, the program emphasizes discipline, teamwork, time management, and professional kitchen etiquette.

With a strong focus on hands-on training and experiential learning, students gain real- time exposure through practical kitchen sessions, live demonstrations, simulations, and industry interactions. This ensures they are well-prepared to perform in professional culinary environments.

Duration - 1 Years

Fees Per year - ₹ 2,00,000 /-

BBA Program

  • Fast-track, industry-focused culinary program
  • Earn-While-You-Learn with embedded Domestic / International internships
  • Apprenticeship opportunities with leading hospitality and food service brands
  • Affordable fee structure with strong placement & internship support
  • 1 Semester of intensive on-campus kitchen training + 4 months of internship to develop job-ready culinary professionals

  • Semester 1: On-campus theoretical and practical learning
  • Semester 2: Industry internship for real-world exposure
  • Emphasis on applied learning, operational skills, and professional ethics
  • Preparation for entry-level and supervisory roles in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and allied sectors
  • Certificate serves as a strong foundation for higher studies in hospitality, culinary arts, and management

Undergraduates of the Certificate in Culinary Arts are prepared for entry-level opportunities across culinary, food production, and hospitality sectors, including:

  • Commis Chef / Junior Chef
  • Kitchen Production Assistant
  • Bakery & Pastry Assistant
  • Food Preparation Associate
  • Catering Operations Assistant
  • Restaurant Kitchen Coordinator
  • Industrial Catering Assistant
  • Cloud Kitchen Operator
  • Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Operations Associate
  • Pathway to higher education: BBA in Culinary Arts / Hospitality Management / Professional Culinary Programs / Advanced Culinary Studies/ Bakery Programs