Nationally Recognized Culinary Certificates

At Park City Culinary Institute in Salt Lake City, UT, we offer hands-on culinary training for every level: earn professional certificates in Cuisine, Pastry & Baking or Culinary Operations Management, join fun recreational cooking classes, or engage remotely through interactive online courses. Learn from award-winning chef-instructors, get personalized, expert guidance, and build lifelong skills on a schedule that fits you.

Park City Culinary Institute, with a campus in Salt Lake City, offers Certificates in Cuisine, Pastry & Baking and the Professional Culinary Arts. You can also study Culinary Operations Management. Learn from Award-winning chefs on campus or online on your own schedule

Professional Certificates

Build a culinary career with industry-recognized certificates—on campus or online—in Culinary Arts, Pastry & Baking, Cuisine, and Mixology.

Recreational Cooking Classes

Ignite your passion in our state-of-the-art teaching kitchen with flexible, chef-led workshops designed for food lovers of all skill levels.

Corporate Events & Team-building

Host corporate team-building, private chef events, or catered gatherings with our expert chefs and upscale experiences.

Approved by the American Culinary Federation—The Industry Standard

The American Culinary Federation (ACF) is the oldest and most respected association of professional chefs in North America. Founded in 1929, it sets the national standard for excellence in culinary training. With over 14,000 members and more than 170 chapters across the U.S., ACF represents the gold standard in professional culinary education and credibility in the industry.

Park City Culinary Institute is proud to be one of the few non-college programs in the country approved by the ACF. This means our curriculum, instruction, and outcomes have met the rigorous standards of the same organization that accredits top culinary schools. Whether you’re launching your career or leveling up your skills, this national recognition gives you a competitive edge with employers—and peace of mind that you’re learning from one of the most trusted culinary institutions in the country.

Built in Our Kitchen, Thriving in the World

Join the ranks of over 1,200 graduates who’ve turned their passion into thriving businesses. From the founders of Kodiak Cakes to the creators of Crumbl Cookies, our alumni aren’t just talented—they’re building brands that are changing the food industry.

Whether you’re dreaming of a bakery, a food truck, or the next big restaurant name, this is where it starts.

The most successful culinary alumni network in the country is waiting for you.
Are you ready to become part of the family?

Our Main Courses

Gain the knowledge you need and master the techniques for a career or to open a business around food. Our chefs have both teaching and real-world experience.

Professional Certificate in the Culinary Arts

Master how to cook meat, seafood and poultry while also elevating your baking to include French Pastries.

Cuisine Certificate

Learn cooking techniques, knife skills and flavor building in our Certificate designed to master savory skills.

Pastry & Baking Certificate

Get expert guidance through French Pastries, breads and desserts as you build your baking portfolio.

Culinary Operations Management Certificate

Sharpen your operations skills and maximize profitability with targeted strategies designed for the modern restaurant.

On-Campus or online
Flexible Learning That Fits Your Life

Whether you’re side-by-side with peers in our restored 1929 Salt Lake City kitchen (knife kit, uniform and GI Bill® benefits included) or cooking in your own home kitchen via on-demand demos and one-on-one chef feedback, you get the exact same Master Chef–led curriculum.

Book labs whenever you like—mornings, evenings or weekends—swap in your favorite tools and ingredients, and feed your family as you learn. Online tuition is lower since you supply your own gear; on-campus covers everything.

Choose Your Certificate

All three of these hands-on credentials are available both on campus and online:

Professional Certificate in Culinary Arts (216 hrs)
A deep dive into foundational cooking and baking techniques.
Pastry & Baking Certificate (108 hrs)
Master doughs, creams, breads, chocolates, cake décor and all things sweet.
Cuisine Certificate (108 hrs)
Focus on savory skill—meat, poultry, seafood butchery, pastas, sauces, hors d’oeuvres, vegetables & grains.

Earn your Professional Certificate by completing both the Pastry & Baking and Cuisine Certificates—whether you tackle them back-to-back on campus, in your home kitchen, or a mix of both.

Taste of Success: Voices from Our Graduates

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Our Recipe for Success

Follow this recipe to begin your culinary career or passion at Park City Culinary Institute

Step 1

Start with a fun, hands-on learning environment that supports your food artistry.

Step 2

Toss in a commercial-grade teaching kitchen and mentorship from professional chef instructors.

Step 3

Mix in a winning school—Best of State in Culinary Education for 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.

Step 4

Season with professional culinary skills, regardless of age or experience.

Step 5

Turn up the heat with an accelerated curriculum that's ideal for entrepreneurs.

Step 6

Finish with a life-long set of skills for a delicious and creative future!

Our Culinary Programs Are Perfect for:

Chef Success Stories

“I’m super grateful for your awesome culinary course. I really think that you’re doing some cool things that will change the culinary landscape. I’ve already hired one of my classmates!”

Adam Terry

Owner of Waffle Love

"The best thing I've done in my life… Pure fun!"

Jonathan Clark

Owner of Kodiak Cakes

"Online class is so awesome. I have the opportunity to be creative, change things up in any way I want to. I cook in familiar surroundings and can have everything set up just the way I want. I also appreciate Chef Evan’s teaching style. He takes the time during the last half hour to really teach about the food. Thanks for the opportunity to be in this session. We are making Park City Culinary Institute history!"

Joy Rife

2020 Online Graduate

“Attending a culinary school has always been my dream. I was excited that I could use the GI Bill® to pay for the entire course. While my husband Todd was serving our country at Hill AFB, I was able to fullfil my dream.”

Teresa Rotramel

Mom and Cake Decorator

Our Bread & Butter:
Why Choose Park City Culinary Institute?

Financing Options

Explore our scholarship and payment options.

Flexible Schedules

Day or night, on campus or online: learn on your time.

Veteran Benefits

On-campus classes eligible for GI Bill®.

Learn Online

On Demand Classes with targeted and timely feedback from our chefs.

Hands-on Training

Learn why Park City Culinary Institute is perfect for you.

Award Winning Curriculum

We offer online or on-campus classes to fit your schedule.

Learn in Our Culinary Teaching Kitchen Located in Salt Lake City!

Open architecture featuring an incredible, naturally lit kitchen.

Our teaching kitchen is equipped with commercial appliances, finished in stainless steel by local craftsmen.

Everything’s included for the optimal cooking and learning experience—from gas ranges and convection ovens to high-speed dishwashing systems and double exhaust hoods.