Institute of Culinary Education: Nurturing the Culinary Voices of Aspiring Professionals Since 1975

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Institute of Culinary Education Nurturing the
Culinary Voices of Aspiring Professionals Since
1975
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates
that jobs for chefs and kitchen workers will grow
by 15 through 2031, much faster than the
industry average! Enrolling at a prestigious
culinary institution like the Institute of
Culinary Education is the perfect choice for
those aspiring to succeed in the culinary field,
kitchen management, food and beverage management,
and other related roles in the travel, tourism,
and hospitality industries. Established in
1975, the Institute of Culinary Education is an
esteemed culinary and hospitality institute with
campuses in New York and Los Angeles, as well as
a growing online program. ICE empowers the next
generation of culinary professionals to find
their culinary voice through a wide range of
exceptional courses. The Incredible Journey and
Pivotal Moments ICE's inspiring journey began
with five students in a small apartment it grew
over the years and emerged as one of the
industrys most respected institutions. Since
Peter Kump laid the foundation of this cooking
school almost five decades ago, it has undergone
a remarkable transformation. Initially, ICE
taught culinary arts, but it soon evolved with
the industry to include programs in pastry and
baking arts restaurant and culinary management
tourism, travel, and hospitality management and
plant-based culinary arts. The school has also
created certificate programs in artisan bread
baking, the art of cake decorating, and intensive
sommelier training. Besides its course
offerings, ICE has flourished in size, moving
from Peter Kumps small New York City apartment
to today's campuses in two of the worlds largest
culinary capitals Los Angeles and New York
City. The institution has also successfully
expanded its offerings to include associate
degrees and multiple online programs to serve
students better. The Distinctive Educational
Philosophy of ICE
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ICE provides a quality education that extends to
all facets of its programs, including curriculum,
chef- instructors and faculty, student
experience, ingredients, equipment, externships,
and job placement services. The curriculum
focuses on mastering technique and palate
development as the foundation of creative and
professional cooking and baking. Talking about
ICE's noteworthy development, ICE attributes its
success to "Empowering students to find their
culinary voice (the unique way they express
themselves through food)" as the key driving
force behind this growth. At the Vanguard of the
Latest Trends and Technologies ICE is constantly
expanding and innovating. In the last six years,
the school has opened a West Coast campus in Los
Angeles, launched a plant-based culinary arts
programs through a licensing agreement with the
Natural Gourmet Institute, acquired the French
Culinary Institute (FCI) through a licensing
agreement, expanded its curriculum to include
associate degree programs, launched a program in
intensive sommelier training, as well as an
online curriculum. The online diploma programs
provide students with at-home professional
training. ICE faculty and staff also have strong
connections to the food and hospitality
industries in both of the nation's culinary
capitalsNew York City and Los Angeleswhich
allows them to remain abreast of and aware of
evolving industry trends. Support Systems to
Help Students Succeed The ICE instructors and
Career Services Advisors hold deep industry
experience and connections that help students
better understand the food and hospitality
industry and kickstart a career. ICE's dedicated
Career Services team individually works with
students to help match their career aspirations,
goals, and abilities to the right externship,
job placement, and future career advancement. The
chefs and faculty here are not just experts
they are caring teachers and mentors committed to
students success during their time in school and
as they grow in their careers. Fostering a
Community of Graduates with its Alumni
Network ICE proudly boasts a diverse and active
community of more than 18,000 alumni, including
award-winners, trendsetters, and leaders in
Americas culinary world. The ICE team hosts
alumni events and fosters communication and
connection across the alumni network with weekly
email newsletters and social media
updates. Innovative Practices and Programs by
ICE ICE regularly hosts special events for
students and alumni that feature an array of
topics, speakers, and industry trends, including
the latest culinary techniques, specialty food
producers, and pressing industry issues.
Students and guests can watch a live cooking
demonstration or listen to a panel of pros and
then pose questions to them directly. These
activities perfectly complement ICEs
comprehensive career program curricula. One
such program is the Meet the Culinary
Entrepreneurs series, which is an exclusive
lecture series featuring some of Americas top
food business experts. These events are held
throughout the year at both campuses, streamed
live for online students, and introduce students
and the public to the worlds leading chefs,
restaurateurs, and other culinary and hospitality
business proprietors. ICE also features a Guest
Chef Series where masters of technique and
cuisine from highly acclaimed restaurants (many
Michelin-starred) demonstrate selected dishes.
Students and alumni get to meet and watch some of
the industrys most talented chefs, who share
the stories behind their approaches and styles in
an intimate setting conducive to career-
inspiring conversations. Revolutionizing Online
Culinary and Hospitality Education
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After more than four decades of teaching in two
of the top gastronomic capitals in the United
States, ICE brings top-tier culinary and
hospitality education to students across the
nation. Their online programs in Culinary Arts
Food Operations, Plant-Based Culinary Arts Food
Operations, Baking and Pastry Arts Food
Operations, Restaurant Culinary Management, and
Tourism, Travel Hospitality Management are
revolutionizing the medium of online culinary and
hospitality education. They offer a variety of
programs that offer thorough, expertly designed
curricula that include teaching theoretical and
technical skills, business management, and much
more, depending on the student's state of
residence. Students in these programs also
benefit from personalized one-on-one feedback
from educators and weekly lessons available to
students live or on their own time, which allows
for flexible scheduling. Education with the
Incorporation of Global Culinary
Traditions ICEs curriculum is truly a global
program grounded in classical French techniques.
Students explore the methods, ingredients, and
distinct flavors of international cuisines, like
those from Italy, Greece, North Africa,
Thailand, India, China, and Japan. Empowering
Students "Find Your Culinary Voice" ICE is
dedicated to empowering students to reach their
full potentialand find their culinary voice
through an education emphasizing excellence,
discipline, professionalism, passion, and
creativity. The team equips learners with
foundational knowledge and competencies that can
be applied to different culinary, travel,
tourism and hospitality career paths. Through
this education, they empower students to find
their culinary voice and as they identify their
voice, they find the key to their success. ICE
graduates will define success in many ways, and
their mission is to set alumni on the path to
finding their own. Thank You.