Florida Culinary Schools & Restaurant Management Colleges
If I were to choose a state to attend culinary school, Florida would be at the top of my list. Not much else can stand up to Florida’s warm, sunny days, lively atmosphere and wealth of coastland.
The abundance of fresh, high quality ingredients found in Florida promote a prosperous and enticing culinary industry. The popularity of the culinary industry in Florida means there are plenty of opportunities available for culinary students and those interested in a culinary career.
There is an expected 16.7% job growth rate for the restaurant and foodservice industry in Florida by 2020, faster than the national average.
This will create close to 133,000 new jobs for those in the culinary industry.*
Some famous chefs that operate in Florida include:
Todd English - Allen Susser - Emeril Lagasse - Nobu Matsuhisa - Pietro Rota
If you ever thought about going to culinary arts or cooking school or hospitality management school in Florida to become a chef, pastry chef, or hospitality manager, you may want to consider these fine schools listed below. Depending on where you want to go to school and the curriculum you want to study, you will find a good selection.
- When you find a school in the city or town you are interested in going to, click on the link for more information.
- If the school looks interesting and you want more information including how to get an application, click on the Request Free School Info button, fill out a short form and receive more information directly from the school. No obligations or commitments required.
- Read my article on How to Choose a Culinary School for what to look for when making this important decision.
* based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and U.S. Census Bureau
Fort Lauderdale, FL
The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Culinary Arts
Baking & Pastry
Art of Cooking
Culinary Management Program
Jacksonville, FL
The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Jacksonville
Culinary Arts
Baking, Pastry
Culinard - The Culinary Institute of Virginia College
Culinary Arts
Culinary Management
Tampa, FL
The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Tampa
Baking and Pastry
Culinary Arts
Culinary Management
Orlando, Florida 
Orlando Culinary Academy - Le Cordon Bleu
Culinary Arts
Miami, Florida
College of Culinary Arts - Le Cordon Bleu
Culinary Arts
West Palm Beach, Florida
Culinary Arts
International Baking & Pastry
Food & Beverage Management
Culinary Nutrition
Culinary Management
Keiser University's Center for Culinary Arts 
Baking & Pastry Arts
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts
Culinary Arts
Pompano, Florida
Restaurant management
Resort management
North Miami, FL
Johnson & Wales University Culinary School
Culinary Arts Program
Baking & Pastry Arts Program
Food Service Program
RESTAURANT & HOTEL HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT SCHOOLS
Pompano Beach, FL
Hospitality Management
On-line Culinary Management, Restaurant & Hotel Management Schools
Other Culinary Schools in Florida Offering Cooking Classes
- Florida Community College at Jacksonville - Food & Beverage and Restaurant Management Classes
- Sheridan Vocational Center - Hollywood, FL - Culinary Arts
- Miami Dade Community College - Miami, FL - Hotel and Hospitality Management
- Charlotte Vocational Technical Center - Port Charlotte, FL - Culinary Arts
Going to School in Florida
The diverse produce found in Florida mirrors the eclectic mix of cultures and cuisines to be discovered in the state. The Sunshine State, with the fourth largest population in the country, is also one of the fastest growing regions of the U.S., with an increasing population and a diverse culture.
Many of the people who live there have relocated from another state; so you are surrounded by millions who know exactly what it feels like to be a new comer. Additionally, those interested in the culinary field have great employment opportunities in Florida.
What is more synonymous with Florida than the Florida orange? While this may be what Florida is most famous for, this peninsula produces some delicious, fresh and unique foods. These include: avocadoes, star fruit, coconuts, key lime, kumquat, hearts of palm, mangoes, papaya, passion fruit, rock lobsters, stone crabs and more. Florida is the ideal place to call home while you attend culinary school as well as after you complete your degree.
Florida has some of the finest beaches in the world. Located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico, there are over 1,200 miles of coastline so no matter where you are living in Florida, a beach is not far away.
All over Florida you will find many marvelous places to visit. Historic houses have been preserved and house antiques and art work, a lasting reminder of Florida history. Monuments celebrate heroes and mark the sites of many great battles. Gardens and sanctuaries preserve endangered animals and fauna, as well as offering beauty and relaxation to the visitor. if you wish to sit and relax, you could enjoy some of the great operas or theatrical performances taking place throughout the state!
What Do You Need To Know to Get Into Culinary School?
As the Reluctant Gourmet, I have never been to cooking school, but I keep telling myself it's never too late. The best way for you to learn more about becoming a chef is to visit my new Culinary School Resource Center. Here you will find articles, books, school resources and many other useful resources.
Also, try reading as much as you can about going to cooking school and what it is like to be a professional chef. One book I highly recommend to anyone thinking about culinary school is, The Making of A Chef, by Michael Ruhlman. It will really help you understand what you may be getting yourself into. For a complete list of Books For Cooks.
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