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Culinary

RRC Polytech prepares the next generations of influencers in the fields of culinary arts and professional baking.

Manitoba’s growing culinary industry awaits your world-class talent. The Paterson GlobalFoods Institute — featuring a fine-dining restaurant, an open-concept cafeteria and state-of-the-art labs — is the perfect canvas for learning.

See what incredible spaces and seasoned, highly-trained instructors can do for your future in one of Red River College Polytechnic’s Culinary programs.

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98%New Grads Hired

Demand has never been higher for great experiences in the hospitality and tourism industries. Serve it through a variety of career options.

Average employment rate among recent graduates; retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Reports.

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87%Grad Satisfaction

Get hands-on training from seasoned, highly-trained professionals passionate about creating beautiful, delicious experiences.

Average satisfaction rate among recent graduates; retrieved from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Reports.

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93%Grads Recommend

Create unforgettable experiences, whether you want to be the one preparing incredible, delicate creations or the one running the show behind the scenes.

Average recommendation rate based on data from the 2019-2020 RRC Polytech Graduate Satisfaction and Employment Reports.

“[The program] benefited me hugely, just working with real chefs and other students who were really eager to learn. It was a great atmosphere for learning — everyone was always pushing everyone else to do better, and do more.”

Tod Trudeau, Executive Chef, Aramark Graduate, Culinary Arts

Careers in Culinary

  • Baker
  • Banquet cook
  • Executive chef
  • Food technologist
  • Line cook
  • Pastry cook
  • Pâtissier
  • Restaurant owner/operator
  • Sommelier
  • Sous chef

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RRC Polytech campuses are located on the lands of Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininew, Dakota, and Dené, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

We recognize and honour Treaty 3 Territory Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, the source of Winnipeg’s clean drinking water. In addition, we acknowledge Treaty Territories which provide us with access to electricity we use in both our personal and professional lives.

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