Culinary Arts

Programs offered by the NAIT School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts, including those at the Hokanson Centre for Culinary Arts, are showcased online at: www.nait.ca/schoolofhospitality.

NAIT’s School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts has been providing skilled graduates to the hospitality industry for over 40 years. The school trains over 500 students per year in various hospitality-related programs.

The Culinary Arts program is recognized as the cornerstone of NAIT's School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts, providing outstanding training to aspiring culinarians. Comprehensive, up-to-date curriculum, well-equipped labs and superior learning experiences enhance NAIT's internationally recognized reputation for culinary excellence. Ongoing industry partnerships and strong community support ensure curriculum content remains current and relevant. Exceptional teaching faculty provide industry-based experience in a student-centred learning environment.

The recent creation of the Hokanson Centre for Culinary Arts positions students to access hands-on learning experience and exposure to cutting-edge technology in unparalleled state-of-the-art kitchen labs.

Features of the Program:

• small classes (15:1 student/instructor ratio)
• two intakes per year (in September and January)
• competitive tuition rates
• online learning
• diverse career opportunities
• emphasis on team-based learning experiences
• opportunity to participate in special event dinners
• opportunity to compete in culinary competitions
• affiliation with professional associations
• a generous allotment of student scholarships and awards
• diverse extracurricular and intramural activities
• central location
• affordable accommodation within walking distance of NAIT