Park View High – MATA Culinary Arts I SEM

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

This course is the first semester in the MATA Culinary Arts sequence. This program is designed to prepare students for employment in the culinary industry or to continue with post-secondary training in such areas as culinary arts, baking and pastry, or restaurant management. Students complete units in the history of hospitality, safety, sanitation, equipment use, recipe calculation and production, management, and professionalism. Commercial methods of food storage, preparation, and handling are practiced. Skills are developed in the preparation of appetizers, soups, salads, meats, fruits, vegetables, breads, garnishes, and desserts. Students are visited by top Culinary schools to expand their knowledge of post-secondary school opportunities. Visits from the placement department are arranged to aid the students with resume development. Employment and interviewing skills will be practiced. Students participate in both on-site and off-site catering events and have many opportunities to use their creativity as they design and prepare food for service and display. Participation in culinary competitions is offered and encouraged. Students will take an OSHA exam. This course is part of the Loudoun Governor's STEM Academy.