Start your culinary career today in Oregon
Oregon is the ultimate place for those who love the rugged beauty of the Upper Northwest to attend culinary school. This mild weathered state is not only great for agriculture, but makes it a great place to call home. In the agriculture and culinary world Oregon is known for: the Oregon truffle, salmonberries, blackberries, huckleberries, Dungeness crab and dairy products.
Oregon offers a huge diversity of geography including pristine beaches, the lush Willamette Valley, the spectacular coastline plus a vibrant Portland metropolitan area. The plentiful fresh produce and diverse geography create great opportunities for culinary enthusiasts.
There is a 13.1% job growth rate for the restaurant and foodservice industry in Oregon by 2021, faster than the national average.
This will create close to 22,000 new culinary jobs.
Some notable culinary individuals who operate in or are from Oregon include:
The late James Beard (born in Portland) - Matt Lightner - Scott Dolich - Gabriel Rucker
If you ever thought about going to culinary arts or cooking school in Oregon, you might want to consider these fine schools I’ve highlighted below. Also check out the fine hotel management programs offered in the state.
1. When you find a school in the city or town in Oregon you are interested in going to, click on the link for more information.
2. If the school looks interesting and you want more information including how to get an application, click on the Request School Info & How to Apply button, fill out a short form and receive more information directly from the school. No obligations or commitments required.
3. Read my article on How to Choose a Culinary School for what to look for when making this important decision.
Portland, Oregon
Western Culinary Institute - Le Cordon Bleu
Culinary Arts
Patisserie and Baking
Hospitality & Restaurant Management
Portland, Oregon
The International Culinary Schools at The Art Institutes of Portland
Culinary Arts
Art of Cooking
Baking and Pastry
Culinary Management
Portland, Oregon
Oregon Culinary Institute - a division of Pioneer Pacific College
Culinary Arts Diploma
Baking and Pastry Diploma
Restaurant Management Diploma
Portland, Oregon
DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management
Master of Business Administration - Hospitality Management
Online Culinary Management, Restaurant & Hotel Management Schools
Other Oregon Culinary Schools & Hotel Management Programs
Robert Reynolds’ Chef's Studio - Portland, Oregon - Culinary Arts
Central Oregon Community College, Bend Oregon - Culinary Arts, Chef Training
Oregon Coast Culinary Institute, Coos Bay, Oregon - Culinary Arts management
Portland Community College, Portland, Oregon - Kitchen Personnel, Cooks Training
Going to School in Oregon: Oregon is known for a lot more than the Oregon Trail. From the Pacific Coast to the Willamette Valley, there is so much to discover in this gorgeous state. Oregon's state motto is "She Flies With Her Own Wings," a perfect motto for someone looking for a new career to begin.
Oregon has much to offer to culinary enthusiasts. Between the wine regions, brew pubs, crab season, forests filled with mushrooms and berries and the ranches, there are not only plenty of culinary experiences to be had, but a lot to learn as well. If freshly caught crab and the outdoors appeal to you then Oregon is the perfect place to call home while attending culinary school.
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.
