Culinary Arts Course – Work & Study Programme in Malaysia

🌟 Passionate about cooking? Ready to turn your love for food into a career?

Our Diploma in Food Preparation & Culinary Arts is a unique culinary arts course designed for students who want to gain real kitchen skills while working in the hospitality industry. This 21-month programme offers a powerful combination of intensive classroom training and work-based learning – perfect for anyone aged 16 and above.

Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a professional chef, running your own restaurant, or working in luxury hotels and resorts, this culinary arts course will equip you with everything you need to succeed in today’s fast-paced food and beverage industry.

🥼 Foundation Skills (Month 1)

• Kitchen Basics: Knife skills, wok tossing, ingredient preparation
• Food Safety & Hygiene: International kitchen standards
• Cost Management: Basic costing and inventory principles
• Intro to Molecular Gastronomy: Entry-level exposure to modernist cuisine

🍽️ Core Culinary Techniques (Month 2–22)

🔥 Classic Western Cuisine

Signature dishes such as:

• Beef Wellington
• Chicken Cordon Bleu
• Smoked Duck Ravioli

Cooking methods: roasting, grilling, pan-searing, poaching

🍰 Desserts & Creative Dishes

French & Italian staples:

• Mille Crêpe Cake
• Panna Cotta
• Ratatouille
• Plated dessert presentation and flavour pairing

🧪 Molecular Gastronomy

Advanced Culinary Science used in Michelin-star restaurants:

• Spherification: Burst-in-mouth sauces
• Foaming: Light, airy textures for soups and sauces
• Liquid Nitrogen Techniques: Smoky-effect ice creams and frozen garnishes

🍱 Global Cuisine Exposure

• Introductory modules in Chinese, Japanese, and Korean dishes
• Adaptation of Western techniques into Asian fusion concepts

👨‍🍳 Culinary Careers

• Hotel Pastry Chef – Join 4- or 5-star hotels as a specialist in pastries or desserts

• Restaurant Chef / Sous Chef – Take charge of hot kitchen or dessert stations

• Café / Bakery Chef – Work in or manage modern coffee shops or artisan bakeries

• Cruise Line Chef – Travel while working in international kitchens at sea

💼 Entrepreneurial Pathways

• Café / Bakery Owner – Start and operate your own business

• Online Baking Business Owner – Launch a digital storefront for home-based or cloud kitchens

• Pop-up or Seasonal Dessert Brands – Leverage trends like mooncakes, gingerbread, or fusion desserts

📚 Education & Influence

• Culinary Instructor / Trainer – Teach future chefs in academies or skills centres

• Content Creator / Food Blogger – Share recipes, tutorials, or reviews on YouTube, TikTok or Instagram

• Competition Chef – Represent your brand or country in international culinary contests

👩‍🍳 Chef Ainur – Head of Culinary Training

🎓 Diploma in Hotel Management (Malaysia)

✅ Certified Molecular Gastronomy Trainer

🏆 Champion – National Modern Western Cuisine Competition

🍽️ Specializes in classic French techniques and creative plating

👨‍🍳 Chef Chai – Bakery & Food Service Specialist

🎓 Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts (Taiwan)

✅ Certified in Customer Service Excellence

🏅 Malaysian Record Holder – Molecular Gastronomy

🍞 Expert in artisanal baking and kitchen operations

👩‍🍳 Chef Fisa – Creative Cuisine & Food Technology Coach

🎓 Diploma in Food Technology

🥉 Bronze Medalist – International Fruit & Vegetable Carving Competition

🥈 Silver Medalist – Signature “Nasi Lemak” Culinary Contest

🌿 Advocate for food innovation and local fusion cuisine

🧑‍🏫 Why Our Instructors Stand Out

💡 Real Competition Experience – Award-winning chefs with hands-on expertise

🎓 Globally Certified & Locally Grounded – International training with Malaysian insight

🧪 Molecular Gastronomy Experts – Learn cutting-edge techniques used in top kitchens

🤝 Personalized Coaching – Small class sizes with one-on-one mentorship

🌍 Accredited by World Chefs Association
One of only 10 approved institutions in Malaysia.

💼 Graduate with 2 certifications
City & Guilds, UK + SKM Level 2

👨‍🍳 Led by Master Chefs
Classes taught by experienced chefs and industry experts.

🧑‍🍳 Beginner-Friendly, Hands-On Learning
Practical training to help you grow fast.

🧪 Molecular Gastronomy Techniques

• Liquid Nitrogen

• Emulsification

• Spherification

• Sous-vide Cooking

🍹 F&B Management Skills
Learn bartending, latte art, and beverage service.

🚀 Entrepreneurship Program
Run your own mini business and serve real customers.

🏆 International Competitions
Travel abroad, compete globally, and gain recognition.

This programme is ideal for:
✅ School leavers (SPM/UEC) who love cooking and dream of working in restaurants or hotels
✅ Beginners with zero experience looking for hands-on culinary training
✅ Students who want to explore both pastry and F&B management in one complete course
✅ Aspiring chefs who wish to gain international certifications and compete globally
✅ Creative individuals with an interest in molecular gastronomy and food innovation
✅ Future entrepreneurs who want to start their own café, bakery, or food business