Learn about the unique flavor and cooking styles of the Orient. Learn techniques and how to use the specialized equipment. No experience required. All supplies are provided, just wear closed toed shoes and bring the apron! This is a PRE-PAY CLASS.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Hands-on course provides students with a solid foundation in baking from which to build. An emphasis will be placed on basic skills and techniques, recipes, weights and measures, conversions, equipment, and terminology. Students will learn to produce cookies, quick breads, pies and dough, cakes and frostings, and various troubleshooting techniques. Students must be in closed toed shoes, hair must be restrained and students must have aprons. This is a PRE-PAY CLASS.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Learn bar operations and how to prepare specialized cocktails, frozen and layered, all while gaining speed and efficiency in preparing drinks. Also, gain knowledge of beers and wines. Learn how to properly garnish, how to free pour and learn about liquor laws and liability issues. This class involves not only lecture and instruction, but hands-on time behind the bar. Course also includes TIPS certification a skills-based, responsible alcohol training and certification program that is designed to prevent intoxication, underage drinking, and drunk driving. TIPS gives individuals the knowledge and confidence they need to recognize potential alcohol-related problems and intervention to prevent alcohol-related tragedies. Prerequisite: Must be 21 years of age to attend course. Textbook: The Bartender’s Best Friend. This is a PRE-PAY CLASS.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Hands-on course provides students with a solid foundation in baking from which to build. An emphasis will be placed on basic skills and techniques, recipes, weights and measures, conversions, equipment, and terminology. Students will learn to produce cookies, quick breads, pies and dough, cakes and frostings, and various troubleshooting techniques. This is a PRE-PAY CLASS.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

The perfect way to start your Valentine’s Celebration. You and your date, learn how to make Chocolate Truffles and enjoy your creations along with a bottle of Champagne (We will provide) to cap off the perfect evening. This is a PRE-PAY CLASS must be 21 to take this course.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Learn professional cake decorating with an expert! In this entry level class, you will learn about the necessary equipment and tools, the basics of cake baking, and decorating techniques. Includes how to use a piping bag, planning and designing your cake, and more! Students will purchase their own kit after receiving a list of supplies needed. Students must be in closed toed shoes, hair must be restrained and students must have aprons.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

This course introduces the fundamental concepts, skills and techniques in basic cookery, and moist, dry and combination heat. Emphasis is placed on recipe conversion, measurements, terminology, classical knife cuts, safe food/equipment handling, flavorings/seasonings, stocks/sauces/soups, and related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to exhibit the basic cooking skills used in the foodservice industry. This is a PRE-PAY CLASS

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

This course will help you “define” your meeting. Create a blueprint, develop the budget, prepare the request for proposal, site inspections, vendor selections, and contracts.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

This course will help you “design” your meeting/event. Create program content, manage speakers, plan food and beverage, manage audiovisual and event technology, arrange transportation, supervise onsite and post-event activities.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Learn how to make your own pasta, a multitude of sauces and of course meatballs! No experience required. All supplies are provided, just wear closed toed shoes and your apron, we will take care of the rest!

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

You don’t need to go to Italy to learn how to cook Italian at home! We all love Italian food and knowing what to cook and what ingredients to use. That’s why this Italian class is good for beginners interested making Italian food. You will learn to make Italian dishes including pasta, vegetables, seafood, and meat. Starting with a simple tasty tomato gravy to scratch made pastas. This 3 week course will culminate in an introduction to the Feast of the Seven Fishes, a traditional Christmas eve dinner known as La Vigilia. This is a PRE-PAY Class.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

This course provides accurate, up-to-date information for all levels of employees in all aspects of handling food, from receiving and storing to preparing and serving. Prepares students to take the ServSafe sanitation exam which is offered, at no charge, the last day of class. Textbook: ServSafe Manager Book 7th edition – if used, must purchase bubble sheet from bookstore.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Learn Sushi rolls: Nigiri,, Sashimi, Maki, Uramaki and Temaki!  We will supply everything, just wear closed toed shoes and bring your apron! No experience necessary. This is a PRE-PAY CLASS.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

This course will instruct students in the planning and coordination of Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions. Topics will include: design, food and beverage, vendors, time-lines, venues, contracts and rentals.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu

Are you interested in expanding your knowledge of wines? Here’s a great place to start. Learn to taste, talk, and evaluate wines with Wendi Oliver. Ms. Oliver has an impressive knowledge that she would love to share with you! This is a pre-paid class and you must be 21.

For more information contact Shana Olmstead  at 252-222-6264 or olmsteads@carteret.edu