Career & College Prep

Hospitality & Tourism

Get a Taste of What’s Ahead

Do you love whipping up delicious new dishes? Would you consider yourself a leader with a can-do attitude? Then, a career in restaurant, food, and beverage services may be a good fit for you!

Culinary Arts—Students in this pathway learn the skills necessary to prepare safe, delicious food and efficiently manage the operations of eating and drinking establishments. They also learn to enhance guest experiences through exceptional service and hospitality.

Some of the jobs include:

  • Chef
  • Catering manager
  • Food and beverage manager
  • Restaurant manager
  • Food stylist
  • Food writer or critic
  • Food photographer
  • Private chef
  • Event planner
  • Food consultant
  • Nutritionist or dietitian
  • Food scientist
  • Restaurant owner
  • Food truck operator

*Some of these jobs require additional education and certifications once a student graduates from high school.

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**Data is from Lightcast and is updated frequently.