California Restaurant Schools and Colleges

Degree Programs: Hospitality Management, Hotel & Restaurant Management, Culinary Management, Culinary Arts
Major Cities: Anaheim, Bakersfield, Fremont, Fresno, Glendale, Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Oakland, Oxnard, Sacremento, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Ana

California is known for its outstanding restaurants and dining experiences, and is the perfect place to study the culinary arts and hospitality management. At the prestigious California Culinary Academy, which is affiliated with Le Cordon Blue Schools, students can study anything from pâtisserie and baking to restaurant management. The Art Institute of California offers students focused programs in Culinary Arts, Pastry and Baking, and Restaurant Management.

The culinary industry’s employment rate is set to increase by 8% over the next eight years. Job growth will stretch across most sectors of the culinary industry, especially the food service sector, and be evenly distributed between entry-level and senior-level positions, as well as part-time jobs.





National Programs: The following schools are accepting students from across the country.

Le Cordon Bleu

Le Cordon Bleu

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

For more than a century, it has been the mission of Le Cordon Bleu to promote a worldwide appreciation of and encourage excellence in the culinary arts at all levels. We offer comprehensive training in cuisine and pastry to culinary professionals and enthusiasts, as well as degrees in several hospitality disciplines and a Master of Arts in Gastronomy.

Select a Campus: Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX | Las Vegas, NV | Miami, FL | Minneapolis, MN | Orlando, FL | Pasadena, CA | Pittsburgh, PA | Portland, OR | Sacramento, CA | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | St. Louis, MO | Scottsdale, AZ

Do you possess an associate's degree in Culinary Arts? Get a Bachelor's through our Online Degree Completion Program





The Art Institutes

The Art Institutes

Bachelor's | Associate's | Certificate | Diploma

The Art Institutes offers associate, bachelor and certificate programs that specialize in the creative arts and design. With over 40 locations in major cities throughout North America, you'll get the competitive edge to succeed as a creative professional - in your field of interest!

Select a Campus: Arlington, VA | Atlanta, GA | Austin, TX | Charleston, SC | Charlotte, NC | Chicago, IL | Cincinnati, OH | Dallas, TX | Denver, CO | Detroit, MI | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Hollywood, CA | Houston, TX | Indianapolis, IN | Jacksonville, FL | Kansas City, KS | Las Vegas, NV | Los Angeles, CA | Minneapolis, MN | Nashville, TN | Orange County, CA | Philadelphia, PA | Phoenix, AZ | Pittsburgh, PA | Portland, OR | Raleigh, NC | Sacramento | Salt Lake City | San Bernadino, CA | San Diego | San Francisco, CA | Seattle, WA | Sunnyvale, CA | Tampa, FL | Tucson, AZ | Vancouver, BC | Virginia Beach, VA

About: At The Art Institute of California - Hollywood, you will find like-minded students-artists who think like you and are excited by the energy you bring. Many of our students come right out of high school, while some have tried different college programs and others are embarking on a career change. What draws these individuals to The Art Institute of California - Hollywood, is a passion for their art - as well as the desire to channel that passion into a career. Request Information



About: Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College’s programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals. Request Information



About: Westwood College is an institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers. The College offers broad access to education and serves a diverse, multicultural body of students in an environment that promotes pride, respect, and teamwork. The College’s programs are designed to empower students to pursue their individual career goals. Request Information