Elite Global Chef Program (2 Years)

The Elite Global Chef Program is a two-year course designed for individuals who wish to take the mastery of culinary and bakery sciences to the next level. This program offered by the Culinary Academy of India, provides individuals with a great opportunity to learn both bakery and culinary arts. The course curriculum includes both foundational and advanced skills and provides hands-on-training with real-world experience. Individuals who successfully complete the chef courses are assisted with internships in India and opportunities to work abroad. Our culinary arts course is certified by City & Guilds, UK, and is recognized worldwide, and this gives you a strong foundation for a successful culinary career. The culinary course will also provide hands-on training from industry experts, gain real-world experience, and stay updated on global culinary trends. Whether you dream of becoming an executive chef, pastry chef, or hospitality manager, the Elite Global Chef Program opens doors to exciting opportunities around the world.

Featured Curriculum

Year 1: Building Foundations

First Semester: Basic Culinary & Bakery Training

Certification: IVQ Level 2 Diploma from City & Guilds

Focus Areas:

• Essential culinary techniques: Learn essential cooking skills which every chef requires such as exceptional knife handling along with cooking techniques and mastery of flavor combination. Learn perfect knife skills for chopping and dicing along with the scientific principles of cooking temperatures and texture mechanics.
• Fundamental bakery skills: Our baking classes cover everything from artisan bread making to pastry preparation and cake decoration. Students get trained to make bread along with pastry items while working on cake decoration techniques. They will also learn how to bake from basic artisan bread through delicate pastries by mastering baking skills including kneading techniques alongside proofing and laminating methods.
• Food safety and hygiene practices: Students learn the importance of hygiene and safety in professional kitchens. Study the correct methods for handling food along with storage and sanitation protocols that fulfil requirements from international safety regulations.

Begin your culinary journey with six months of intensive training in both culinary and bakery arts. Our culinary arts course offers expert training in essential techniques, global cuisines, and modern cooking methods. Under the mentorship of experienced chefs, you will master foundational skills and gain confidence in a professional kitchen environment.

Second Semester: Domestic Internship in India:

Location: Leading 5-star hotels and renowned bakeries across India

Experience:

• Apply learned skills in real-world settings: We help you apply the skills you learned in actual professional kitchens. Get practical experience with live kitchen scenarios which includes both meal preparation and plating work under time-sensitive conditions. Acquiring practical industry experience will boost your culinary confidence leading to career success in the profession.
• Work alongside top chefs and hospitality experts: Our students get to learn firsthand from expert chefs as they share their culinary techniques and life experiences that enhance your culinary skills. You can establish a distinctive position in the industry by witnessing their professional workflow while receiving essential mentorship and learning desired professional practices.
• Gain insights into the operations of high-end culinary establishments: Learn exactly what it takes to successfully operate top-level commercial kitchens in restaurant or bakery or luxury hotel establishments. Learn about menu planning, cost management, kitchen organization, and customer service excellence. This culinary course provides hands-on experience, from basic cooking skills to advanced kitchen management.

Solidify your learning with a six-month internship at prestigious hotels and bakeries in India. This hands-on experience allows you to apply your skills in a professional setting, preparing you for advanced studies.

Year 2: Advancing Expertise

Third Semester: Advanced Culinary & Bakery Training

Certification: IVQ Level 3 Diploma from City & Guilds

Focus Areas:

• Advanced culinary techniques: Become a master chef through learning modern cooking approaches that include sous vide and molecular gastronomy methods. Understand how exact temperature maintenance affects taste elements along with texture and discover ways to test modernist preparation techniques. Learn advanced cooking techniques like sous vide, molecular gastronomy, and menu engineering in our program.
• Complex bakery concepts: Our students get to explore the intricate world of artisan bread, fine pastries, and advanced chocolate work. They get to learn delicate pastry techniques, from laminated doughs to intricate tarts and dive into the artistry of chocolates to create stunning confections. These baking courses offer professional training in fine pastries, chocolate work, and advanced baking techniques.
• Business skills: Master techniques for achieving optimal food expenses combined with better resource usage while upholding quality performance metrics. You will gain knowledge about leadership approaches for personnel administration along with system optimization for business performance and service delivery quality enhancement.

Elevate your culinary and bakery skills with advanced training designed to refine your techniques and broaden your knowledge. This phase emphasizes creativity and innovation, preparing you for leadership roles in the culinary industry. Named among the top culinary courses in India, this program blends international training with real-world experience.

Final Semester: International Internship

Destinations: Choose from top culinary locations including the USA, France, GCC, Mauritius, or Thailand. Our global chef curriculum prepares you for an international culinary career with diverse cuisine training and expert mentorship.

Experience:

• Exposure to diverse cuisines and global culinary trends: Students get to improve their knowledge of food through diverse cuisine exploration, and by understanding modern food trends. They also get to understand global dining trends which include sustainable practices alongside plant-based innovations. The experience will lead to a versatile skill set that makes you eligible for global culinary positions.
• Opportunity to work with world-renowned chefs and culinary artists: The program lets you learn from industry-leading chefs as well as culinary experts through their acquired knowledge built over the years. Learn their trademark cooking methods that include precise knife techniques as well as complex cooking procedures. Receive both mentoring and practical training and enhance your artistic culinary talents.
• Cultural immersion and professional networking: The culinary program allows you to develop hands-on experience through culinary exchange programs combined with food festivals and industry gatherings. Interacting with the global food industry through such exposure will strengthen your professional reputation as well as create many opportunities for career advancement.

Expand your horizons with an international internship tailored to your career aspirations. This experience not only enhances your resume but also enriches your culinary perspective, equipping you for success in a global setting.

Benefits of the Elite Global Chef Program

The Elite Global Chef Program provides aspiring chefs with world-class skills, along with industry experience, and global career opportunities. Our programs are a perfect blend of expert mentorship, hands-on-training and certifications, all of which prepare the students for a successful career in culinary arts.

• Hands-on-Training: Students who enrol in our programs gain practical experience as they get to work in professional kitchens under a cooperative guidance of top chefs. They get to learn advanced and essential skills through culinary classes which include live cooking and real commercial kitchen stimulations. The culinary course also makes sure you gain confidence when handling culinary challenges like flavour pairing and precision cooking methods.
• Career Support: Our team via these chef courses also provide dedicated career guidance, industry insights, and networking opportunities that help kickstart a successful journey as a chef. We also connect our aspirants with leading culinary establishments for placements and internships. Whatever your aspirations are, the culinary Elite Global Chef Program gets you on the right path.
• Comprehensive Skill Development: The curriculum of this culinary arts course teaches various cooking techniques alongside baking and pastry arts at expert levels. Students learn all aspects of culinary arts through this course that explores both menu development and food safety practices and international food trends. Through baking courses, you will master the art of artisan bread production and pastry skills alongside learning how to decorate elaborate cakes.
• Practical Exposure: We provide a globally recognized certification, which boosts your credibility and credentials in the culinary industry. Whether you are pursuing baking classes or aiming to master fine dining techniques, this certification enhances your employability in top-tier restaurants, hotels, and luxury dining establishments worldwide.

With the Elite Global Chef Program, you gain the skills, experience, and industry recognition needed to excel in the world of culinary arts and build a thriving career in the global hospitality industry!

Why Choose TGCA for the Elite Global Chef Program?

Our program stands out for its comprehensive curriculum, esteemed faculty, and a strong focus on both domestic and international exposure. Here’s what makes our program unique:

• World-Class Training: As one of the best culinary schools in India, our program provides in-depth knowledge and hands-on expertise in both culinary and bakery arts. Our students get to gain in-depth knowledge and expertise in culinary and bakery arts, taught by seasoned chefs and industry professionals.
• International Recognition: Obtain prestigious IVQ Level-2 and Level-3 Diplomas from City & Guilds, UK, enhancing your global employability. As part of a leading culinary academy of India, this program ensures you gain a competitive edge and the credentials needed to work in renowned culinary establishments across the world.
• Extensive Internships: Experience the best of both worlds with domestic internships at leading Indian 5-star hotels and international placements in culinary hotspots worldwide. This allows you to gain exposure to diverse cuisines and kitchen operations provide the real-world skills essential for success in a culinary school and beyond.
• Career Advancement: Benefit from personalized career support and a robust alumni network to help you achieve your career goals. As part of the best culinary institute in India, you will also gain access to a vast alumni network that can open doors to leadership roles in top hotels, restaurants, and global food enterprises.

What is the duration of the Diploma in Culinary and Bakery Arts program?

The program spans a minimum of 2 years, starting with six months of basic culinary and bakery arts training, followed by a six-month domestic internship in India. Afterward, students return to the institute for an additional six months of advanced training in both bakery and culinary arts. Finally, depending on the chosen program, students will participate in an international internship lasting between 6 to 24 months.

What topics are covered in the bakery and pastry arts training?

The bakery and pastry arts training covers classic and artisan breads, pastry basics, assembling and decorating cakes, cookies and chocolate techniques, and modern trends in bakery. This ensures students gain comprehensive skills and knowledge in the bakery arts.

What topics are covered in the culinary arts training?

The culinary arts training includes basic and advanced cooking techniques, menu planning and costing, food preparation and safety, healthy eating and special diets, and professional kitchen environment adherence. This comprehensive training prepares students for versatile roles in the culinary industry.

What kind of support is provided for the domestic internship?

We assist students in securing internships in prestigious 5-star hotels or renowned bakery kitchens across India. The internship lasts for six months, providing valuable hands-on experience in a real-world professional environment, crucial for their career development.

How does the international placement process work?

After completing the academic training and domestic internship, students can opt for international placements. We offer placement assistance in top culinary destinations such as the USA, France, Gulf, Mauritius, and Thailand. These placements help students gain global exposure and work with world-renowned chefs.

What are the benefits of the international placements?

International placements provide students with exposure to diverse culinary traditions and global trends, enhancing their culinary skills and broadening their cultural perspectives. Working in international settings helps build a strong resume and opens up global career opportunities.

What certifications will I receive upon completion of the program?

Students will receive the Diploma Certificate of Level 2 IVQ Diploma in Food Preparation & Cooking (Culinary Arts) from City & Guilds, London, Diploma Certificate of Level 2 IVQ Diploma in Food Preparation & Cooking (Patisserie) from City & Guilds, London, Level 3 Diploma in Professional Patisserie and Confectionery from City & Guilds, London and a Certificate of Completion from Tedco Education. These certifications are recognized globally and add significant value to your professional credentials.