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Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management

Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management

At Odessa College, Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management both prepare students for careers in the exciting world of service, travel, and guest experiences. They share a focus on customer satisfaction, leadership, and the business side of the industry, but each program has its own flavor.

Culinary Arts is all about the art and science of food. You’ll spend your time in the kitchen learning cooking techniques, perfecting recipes, creating menus, and mastering the presentation of dishes. It’s hands-on, creative, and ideal for people who love working with food, experimenting with flavors, and expressing themselves through cooking.

Career Opportunities include:

  • Executive Chef or Sous Chef

  • Pastry or Garde Manger Chef

  • Catering Manager or Event Chef

  • Food and Beverage Manager

  • Restaurant Owner or Entrepreneur

Hospitality Management focuses on the bigger picture of guest experiences. You’ll learn to manage hotels, plan events, oversee tourism operations, market services, and handle the finances and human resources that keep hospitality businesses running smoothly. It’s perfect for people who enjoy organizing, problem-solving, leading teams, and working in dynamic, customer-focused environments.

Career Opportunities include:

  • Hotel or Resort Manager

  • Event or Conference Coordinator

  • Tourism or Travel Services Manager

  • Food and Beverage Manager

  • Hospitality Sales and Marketing Specialist

  • Convention Services Manager

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Chef Mike Carrillo
Department Chair, Culinary

Lawrence Sticca
Assistant Professor & Program Head, Hospitality Management