Do you have an interest in the restaurant and foodservice industry?  Place your order and enroll in the Deli & Food Production program.  A two-year course leading to state certification in Food Management, Production and Service, this program is designed to offer you experience in the actual operations of a deli and food production establishment.  While operating the Old Oak Deli at Polaris Career Center, you have an opportunity to demonstrate skills that include food preparation and presentation, cash handling procedures, customer relations, and sanitation. The state-of-the-art equipment and individualized approach to learning help you prepare for entry-level employment in the industry. Small classes allow for maximum teacher-to-student contact.

Skills

Basic food preparation skills

Catering business-related skills

Commercial food equipment operation

Vegetable and fruit preparation

Meat and poultry preparation

Sandwich and side-dish preparation

Bread and pastry production

Nutrition fundamentals

Cash handling procedures

Sanitation and safety

Delicatessen equipment operation

Packaging techniques

Equipment

Knives

Beverage equipment

Oven

Grill

Deep fat fryer

Microwave oven

Scale

Mixer

Dishwasher

Slicer

Career Options

Assistant cook

Busing attendant

Cafeteria worker

Short-order cook

Baker’s assistant

Waiter/waitress

Dietary Aide

Future Opportunities with Further Education

Chef/head cook

Banquet manager

Host/hostess

Caterer

Baker

High School Credit Junior Year

Deli & Food Production 3.0

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