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Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland

Welcome

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland offers a full spectrum of culinary education combining the history and teachings of the world-renown Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts School with a challenging and comprehensive curriculum. Opportunities for graduates of our Culinary Arts Program, Hospitality & Restaurant Management Program, and Pâtisserie and Baking Program are promising in the ever-expanding hospitality industry.

A Unique Culinary & Hospitality Institute in the Pacific Northwest
As a student at Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland you can pursue your passion while living in one of the most stunningly beautiful cities in America - Portland, Oregon - in the Pacific Northwest.

This city, surrounded by rivers, mountains and lush verdant hills, offers a striking backdrop for our French culinary institute. You'll find vibrant restaurants, entertainment, art and shopping that can rival the most beautiful places in America. And its enviable location near magnificent beaches, ski resorts, and some of America's most spectacular areas, makes it an outdoor lover's paradise.

Gourmet Magazine called Oregon "The Next Napa. It's the Burgundy of America, rich in produce, laden with seafood, and blessed with fabulous wines. Chefs love it. This port city draws from an extraordinary natural larder - in the forests and in the mountains there are mushrooms and berries beyond imagining." (January 2002) Oregon's wine country is one of the newest state's attractions. Wineries offer distinct blends as well as award-winning Pinot Noirs, Chardonnnays, and Rieslings.

Our Culinary Institute and Your Future
Our French culinary institute offers hands-on training under the direction of professionals who teach in the Pâtisserie & Baking, Culinary Arts, and Hospitality and Restaurant Management Program. For our graduates, the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu designation can open doors to a wide range of culinary careers in the United States and abroad.

The Le Cordon Bleu logo is a registered trademark of Le Cordon Bleu BV.

About Us

As Americans' tastes for fine cuisine grew in the 1980's, so too did the demand for professionally-trained chefs. In 1983, two Portland businessmen, Horst Mager (locally famous for his Rheinlander restaurant and yearly Oktoberfest celebration) and Donald Waldbauer, teamed up to establish Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland. WCI quickly gained a reputation for being a private culinary arts program.

The school, originally called the Horst Mager Culinary Institute, and its quality hands-on curriculum attracted students from all over the United States as well as many countries around the world. In 1986, the school adopted its current name, Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland, to better reflect its geographic location and reputation as a nationally-recognized culinary institute.

Ten years later, WCI became a part of Career Education Corporation (CEC), a network of career schools known for its quality curricula and its ability to place graduating students into positions within their chosen fields. And in 1999, more prestige came with another affiliation: WCI formed a partnership with the world-famous Le Cordon Bleu so that all future WCI students can graduate with a coveted Le Cordon Bleu Dîplome in addition to the specialized degrees in Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Restaurant Management, or Pâtisserie & Baking. Visit the Le Cordon Bleu page for more information about this exciting union.

In 2000, Western Culinary was approved for an Associate of Occupational Studies Degree and WCI became the first school in America to offer the coveted Le Cordon Bleu Restaurant Management Diploma.

Facilities
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland's main campus, The Galleria is located at 600 Southwest Morrison St. Suite 400 Portland.

Culinary students take their first six weeks of classes at our 101 satellite location at 35 NW 20th Place. The building includes both lecture rooms and hands-on facilities for our first-year students to learn the basics of sanitation and begin their kitchen training.

Our restaurant management students take courses at our Goose Hollow Building, an 11,000 square foot facility located at 1701 SW Jefferson. The facility includes three kitchen labs, two computer labs, a wine studies lab, a lecture classroom, and a student lounge area.

In addition to our teaching facilities, students gain hands-on practice in our two restaurants.

Accreditation
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT). The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency.

The ACF is the designated national organization of the culinary industry. ACF accreditation allows Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland graduates to receive ACF certification points.

Partnerships
WCI is recognized for training by the following:
• United States Bureau of Indian Affairs
• Oregon State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
• Oregon and Washington State Employment Services

Affiliations and Memberships
WCI is affiliated with or a member of:
• Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT)
• American Culinary Federation (ACF)
• California Restaurant Association
• Chefs de Cuisine Society of Oregon
• Executive Officers Club
• International Association of Culinary Professionals
• International Brotherhood of the Knights of the Vine
• International Society of Wine Educators
• National Restaurant and Hospitality Association
• Oregon Career College Association
• Oregon Restaurant Association
• Oregon and Washington Winegrower's Association
• Portland Oregon Chamber of Commerce
• Portland Oregon Visitor's Association (POVA)
• Washington Restaurant Association

Programs

Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts Great restaurants are known for their chefs and great chefs are known for their education. Our Culinary Arts program integrates the time-honored traditions of Le Cordon Bleu with contemporary cooking techniques and strong kitchen management skills. WCI Culinary Program Objectives The WCI culinary program provides basic training and education for cooks and apprentice chefs. The curriculum offers you the opportunity to: • Acquire the qualities of a professional, entry-level cook including stamina, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, ability to work with others, timing, and the artistry of food preparation. • Learn and effectively practice advanced technical skills in food preparation and service. • Become familiar with purchasing and inventory controls, buffet work and plate presentation, front-of-the-house operations, and basic principles of kitchen management. • Understand the principles of food identification, nutrition, dietetics, and food/beverage composition. • Gain an appreciation for the history, evolution, and international diversity of the culinary arts. • Develop a sense of professionalism necessary for working successfully in the food service/hospitality industry. Our Culinary Arts Program: A Keystone for Your Career Students in our culinary program can acquire knowledge and practical skills needed for careers like Chef, Sous Chef, Private Chef, or even Restaurant Owner. As a graduate, your Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts credentials can give you an edge in starting a career with hotels, fine restaurants, private placement, country clubs, resorts and catering companies' world wide.
Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie & Baking Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland is proud to offer a Certificate of Occupational Studies degree in Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie & Baking. Students in both programs will receive intensive training in baking and pastry arts fundamentals; the goal is to prepare graduates with the high level of expertise necessary to become a professional baker or pastry chef. The 36-week certificate or 51-week degree course is taught by experienced teaching professionals in this specialized field. Along with learning the fundamentals of pâtisserie and baking techniques, students can develop the skills necessary to create magnificent show pieces and displays. Decorating cakes will range from simple royal icing to decoration of wedding cakes. WCI Pâtisserie Goals Students in the new program will receive intensive training in baking and pastry chef arts fundamentals; the goal is to prepare graduates with the high level of expertise necessary to become a professional baker or pastry chef. The pastry chef program includes aspects of pâtisserie and baking ranging from simply royal icing to baking and decorating wedding cakes. Your Career as a Professional Baker or Pastry Chef Graduates of the Le Cordon Bleu Pâtisserie & Baking Program will receive the training necessary to work in hotels, resorts, restaurants, catering, bakeries, cruise ships, and any other venue where quality baked goods and pastries are produced. The Le Cordon Bleu brand represents quality throughout the world and the affiliation has added to the esteem of this respected culinary school and the opportunities available to its graduates.
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland cannot guarantee employment or salary. The jobs mentioned are examples of certain potential jobs, not a representation that these outcomes are more probable than others. Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Portland cannot guarantee employment or salary. Find disclosures on graduation rates, student financial obligations and more at www.chefs.edu/disclosure.

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