Intensive Professional Culinary

Program

Our 6-month Intensive Professional Culinary Program provides comprehensive, hands-on training for students preparing to enter the culinary and hospitality industry. The first month features full-time classes where students build core skills in knife techniques, food safety, recipe execution, and kitchen operations. The following five months offer flexible sessions and real-world experience through MLVS catering events, giving students the chance to apply their skills in professional settings. Our curriculum covers essential culinary techniques, menu planning, kitchen management, and food presentation. Graduates leave with a versatile skill set that prepares them for roles in restaurants, catering companies, community kitchens, and other areas of the hospitality sector.

At Mission Language and Vocational School, we foster an inclusive, supportive environment where students can grow, gain confidence, and pursue meaningful career opportunities in the culinary arts.

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  • “In my case, I recommend it because it’s an opportunity that not many places offer. It’s nice because you learn how to do a lot. Apart from that the instructor, Chef Julio, is a great teacher who is patient with students.”

    - Adela Lanuza

  • “I have already recommended it because you learn and there is no cost. I like it because its for anyone who wants to learn more. I feel satisfied with what I’ve learned in this program and I practice with my family the skills I have learned here.”

    - Mirna Rosales

  • Knife Skills

  • Menu Planning

  • Cost and Budgeting

  • Event Planning

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Plating

  • Catering

As a student in our program you will learn:

  • Food Handler Card

  • Manager Safe Serve Card

  • Interview Workshop

  • Resume

  • Job Placement

Upon Completion, Students will have:

MLVS Culinary Arts Program. Group of chefs in a professional kitchen, focused on preparing a dish, with various ingredients and utensils on the counter.

Program Requirements and qualifications

Identification (any from below)

  • California Driver License/ ID Card

  • US Passport

  • US Resident Card

  • US Valid Visa

  • US Work Permit

  • Social Security Card

High School Diploma/ GED/ Ability to Benefit Test (Translated to English if Acquired Outside US)

Income verification from self, parent/guardian, spouse, partner, agency (Last 3 months)

  • Agency Monetary Award Letter

  • CalWORKS/ PAES Individual Referral including:

    • Also include release of Information Form issued from Dept. of Human Services SF