Career opportunities are abound in Greater Cleveland, as well as nationally and internationally. With continued growth expected in the travel, tourism, and dining industries, opportunities are increasing in supervisory and management positions; and there is a growing demand for graduates.
Students may become executive chefs, managers or supervisors in restaurants, clubs, hospitals, catering operations, upscale grocery stores, owners, personal chefs, or sales people for suppliers to the industry and institutions. The program is also recommended for people planning to operate their own restaurant or catering business.
Starting salaries may range between $25,000 and $35,000 annually.
U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics: Hospitality Management- Culinary Arts