11 September 2023
1 year
Sofia, Bulgaria
From €2200
WACS, NAVET
Unlock your culinary potential with our Professional Chef’s Certificate Program. This intensive one-year program combines essential kitchen fundamentals with advanced techniques, preparing you for a successful career as a chef. Gain hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art teaching restaurant and receive guidance from industry-leading instructors.
From mastering knife techniques to perfecting flavour profiles, you’ll acquire advanced culinary skills that are essential for success in the industry. Gain expertise in menu planning, food presentation, and culinary creativity, empowering you to stand out as a skilled and versatile chef.
Our Professional Chef’s Certificate program equips you with the knowledge and expertise to successfully run a kitchen. Learn essential aspects such as kitchen operations, menu planning, costing, marketing strategies, entrepreneurship, and more. This training program equips you with the skills to thrive in the culinary industry and confidently take control of your kitchen operations.
HRC Culinary Academy is the premier educational institution in Eastern Europe.
Established in 2008, HRC Academy has trained hundreds of aspiring chefs, from over 40 countries. We are the first school in the European Union accredited by the American Culinary Federation.
Education is entirely in English with a practical approach, applied by world-renowned chefs.
We are proud to offer paid internships at some of the finest hotels and restaurants in Europe and the USA, where our students have the chance to obtain knowledge and skills.
Our Professional Chef’s Certificate program is a comprehensive 1-year culinary immersion designed to fast-track your culinary career. Created by top international chefs and educators, this modular program equips you with essential culinary skills and knowledge to excel in the professional kitchen.
Expand your culinary expertise with a unique series of applied practical lab classes, covering both classic and contemporary cooking techniques. Our program prepares you to thrive in a professional culinary environment and stay abreast of the latest industry trends and global cuisines.
After completing the initial semester on our campus, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the art of a la carte cuisine at our teaching fine dining restaurant. Benefit from personalized guidance and mentorship from our expert instructors, further honing your culinary prowess.
Our program goes beyond cooking, offering a well-rounded curriculum that encompasses business and soft skills essential for a thriving culinary career. From management and leadership to cost control, food photography and styling, nutrition and food safety, marketing, and hospitality trends, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Embark on a transformative culinary journey and emerge as a skilled and sought-after professional chef through our rigorous 1-year training program. Experience hands-on learning, gain industry exposure, and acquire the necessary skills to flourish in the culinary world.
If you would like to get familiar with the Admission process, please click here.
We have two intakes per year. The next starting dates are as follows:
Intake 2023:
Intake 2024:
Applications are open all year round, however, depending on your citizenship and visa status there might be some delay. We advise:
*Please note that there are different procedures that apply for one to obtain their VISA. Thus, the period could be longer than 30 days. Therefore, some applications might be prolonged until the next intake.
Professional Chef’s Certificate for Local (Bulgarian) Students
Professional Chef’s Certificate for International Students
Additional fees:
*Please note that due to Visa requirements the admission process for Non-EU students might be different. Please click here for full information.
*You can find our refund policy here
Step 1
Fill in the application form.
Step 2
We will get in touch with you to give you additional information and answer your questions.
Step 3
You need to book an appointment for an online interview. We would like to have a friendly chat to understand your proficiency in English and learn more about why you choose to study at HRC Culinary Academy.
The Interview fee is EUR 50.
The main teaching modules, all taught exclusively in English:
The main teaching modules, all taught exclusively in English:
Our 1-year Professional Chef’s Certificate program opens doors to diverse career opportunities, from chefs in renowned restaurants to owning their own culinary ventures, teaching, writing, and more. The possibilities are endless!
Does all this sound interesting but you also want to gain international work experience? Then our Culinary Arts flagship program is the perfect way to do both.
As part of the Culinary Arts program, you will have the opportunity to complete two paid internships at top restaurants in Europe and the United States. This will give you the chance to learn from some of the best chefs in the world and to experience different cultures and cuisines.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding culinary education, our Culinary Arts flagship program is the perfect choice for you. Apply today and start your culinary journey!
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