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Culinary Schools: Illinois

Students at Illinois culinary schools agree that this is a great state in which to pursue an education. Centrally located, with the bounty of the Midwest's agricultural areas and the West's premium beef, lamb and pork in easy reach, Illinois provides an abundance of fresh ingredients from which to build world-class cuisine. The northeast border of the state runs along the Great Lakes coastline, which is a major tourist attraction. This brings both fresh fish and plenty of customers into Illinois restaurants.

No mention of Illinois can ignore Chicago. This bold yet trustworth city deserves its reputation as a place that has the sophistication of the big city with the friendliness of a small town. Chicago has a thriving restaurant scene, and finding internships with well-known chefs and restaurants is a real resume-builder.

Going to culinary school in Illinois can bring you all the benefits of a New York or Los Angeles with much less crime, congestion and expense. Starting your career in Illinois will bring you experiences that benefit you for an entire lifetime.

Culinary Schools in Illinois:

Kendall College - Chicago
Kendall College - Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Gain knowledge and practical, real-world experience in fast-growing careers such as the Culinary Arts. Find out more...

Programs Offered:
  • Baking and Pastry
  • Convention and Meeting Planning
  • Culinary Arts
  • Culinary Arts - Accelerated
  • Culinary Management
  • Food and Beverage Operations
  • Hotel Management
  • International Hospitality Management
  • Professional Catering
  • Professional Cookery
  • Professional Personal Chef
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Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago
The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Join the respected Le Cordon Bleu program at the The Cooking & Hospitality Institute of Chicago. Students can earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts or Le Cordon Bleu Patisserie and Baking. Graduates will be prepared for a career as a chef, caterer, baker or pastry chef. Instructors are accomplished pastry and culinary chefs. Classes are taught in professionally equipped learning kitchens. Find out more...

Programs Offered:
  • Specialized Associate - Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts
  • Specialized Associate - Le Cordon Bleu Patisserie and Baking
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