Get Professional Training in Culinary Arts

Culinary arts students stands in a food prep zone — Bidwell Training Center prepares you for a fulfilling career in the culinary arts

12-Month^* Professional Culinary Arts Training in Pittsburgh, PA

Does food inspire you? Is the kitchen where your creativity runs free? Would you like to create memorable meals that everyone remembers for years to come? At Bidwell Training Center, our Culinary Arts Program will hit the spot for all your cooking, baking, nutrition, and hospitality management interests.

Bidwell Training Centers Culinary Arts Program is designed to allow student’s skills to grow from fundamentals to advanced cooking techniques which can be used in a variety of food service industry careers. With hands-on learning in a fully-equipped commercial kitchen and support from expert instructors, you will get the skills you need to pursue a rewarding career in culinary arts.

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Sep 29th, 2025Culinary Arts: Culinary Arts Bidwell Training Center - Bidwell Training Center 1815 Metropolitan Street Pittsbrugh PA United States 15233 The Culinary Arts Program will hit the spot for all your cooking, baking, nutrition, and beverage interests. You will learn the fundamentals of classic cuisine as well as important time and resource management skills. https://bidwelltraining.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Culinary-e1566513530784.jpgBidwell Training Center

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Become a Skilled Culinary Arts Professional

In this program, you will take courses to gain and improve your culinary skills, including:

Intro to Food Service
Sanitation
Culinary Skills Development (knife skills, basic stocks/sauces, cooking methods, HACCP Training)
Culinary Fundamentals (meat, poultry, fish/seafood, farinaceous, fruit vegetables, salad, breakfast & dairy)
Hot & Cold Food Preparation I – V
Nutrition for the Culinarian
Culinary Supervision

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No-Cost Programs

At Bidwell Training Center, students do not incur any tuition fees. Bidwell Training Center receives funding from the State of Pennsylvania. The tuition, fees, uniforms, supplies, and textbooks for individual students who attend Bidwell Training Center are covered for all accepted students by an internal one-time institutional grant made possible by these state funds. This grant is automatically awarded to students upon acceptance, with no application process required on their part.

We know how difficult it can be trying to make ends meet while pursuing your career goals. That’s why all our programs are offered at no-cost.

Tuition is not charged to students who are residents of Pennsylvania and who also have their high school diploma or equivalent. Funding for Bidwell Training Center is received through the State of PA, foundations, grants, and individual donors. The tuition, fees, uniforms, scrubs, and textbooks are covered for all accepted students.

Net Cost Estimate: Culinary Arts Diploma

Description	Amount
Tuition	$19,000
Application Fee	$0
Computer	$310
Books	$613
Student Supplies	$302
Lab Fee	$0
Certification Test Fee	$38
Clearance Fees	$0
Student Insurance	$0
Uniform	$344
Graduation Fee	$50
Sub-total Required Materials	$1,569
Sub-total Fees	$88
Program Total	$20,657
Internal One-time Institutional Grant Award	$20,657
Balance Due	$0

Hands-On Culinary Arts Experience

We will teach you the fundamentals of classic cuisine in 10:1 teacher-to-student ratios. You will learn important time and resource management skills while preparing meals from a menu that changes daily. You will get real, hands-on experience in order to see for yourself the types of jobs and duties you will be performing in your future career.

By the time you graduate, you will have the skills and expertise to get a career in this thriving industry!

Career Opportunities

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to work in areas like restaurants, hotels, resorts, catering, universities, upscale grocery stores, casinos and cruise ships in a variety of positions, including:

Pantry Cook
Prep Cook
Line Cook
Baker
Cake Finisher
Sous Chef
Kitchen Manager

Your Future Culinary Arts Career

Not only does Bidwell Training Center offer comprehensive career training, we also provide students with career placement services. With dedicated placement staff available from day one, along with Professional Development courses built into the program, you will be confident and prepared to make the kitchen simmer.

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For immediate questions, call 412-402-9761

Frequently Asked Questions

: What will I learn in the Culinary Arts program?

The program covers culinary fundamentals such as knife skills, cooking techniques, and food preparation. Students will also learn about kitchen management, food safety, and nutrition. With a combination of practical and theoretical training, you’ll be ready to enter various culinary positions, from restaurant kitchens to catering services.

: How long does it take to complete the Culinary Arts program?

The Culinary Arts program at Bidwell Training Center is designed to be completed in one year*, allowing you to quickly transition into the workforce with the skills needed to succeed in the culinary industry.

: Is hands-on experience included in the Culinary Arts program?

Yes, the program includes extensive hands-on training in fully equipped kitchens, giving students the chance to practice cooking techniques, plating, and kitchen management. This practical experience helps build confidence and ensures you’re well-prepared for a professional kitchen environment.

: Do I need previous cooking experience to enroll in the Culinary Arts program?

No prior experience is required. The program is designed to take students from beginner to professional level, with lessons tailored to build skills progressively. Whether you’re new to cooking or looking to advance your skills, the curriculum meets students at their level.

: What career opportunities are available after completing the program?

Graduates can pursue various career paths, including becoming a chef, sous chef, line cook, pastry chef, or catering manager. The skills learned in the program open doors to employment in restaurants, hotels, catering businesses, and more.

*Program length when completed in normal time.