What You Will Learn
Line Cook Apprenticeship Program
Culinary school can take years and cost thousands of dollars. At HTA, our Line Cook Apprenticeship allows you to complete the first semester of culinary school in just two months—at no cost. You’ll master essential kitchen skills and learn from the same textbook used at the Culinary Institute of America.
What you’ll learn
- Basic skills needed to be a line cook in a professional kitchen
- Kitchen math, kitchen and knife safety, fine knife skills, cooking techniques, poultry fabrication, meat fabrication, fish fabrication, and plating
- Academic knowledge of cooking, food, and techniques
- Organization, efficiency, and speed in a professional kitchen
What you’ll earn
- ServSafe® California Food Handler Certification
- Industry-recognized HTA Certificate
- California Division of Apprenticeship Standards Certification
- U.S. Department of Labor Certification
Barista/Latte Artist Apprenticeship Program
Starting a career in coffee can be challenging, but our Barista/Latte Artist Apprenticeship—the first of its kind in the country—gives you everything you need to succeed.
What you’ll learn
- Coffee fundamentals—from seed to cup
- Espresso brewing, pour-over techniques, and latte art
- Creating custom syrups and basic baking
- Efficiency and speed in a professional coffee shop
- ServSafe® California Food Handler Certification
- Industry-recognized HTA Certificate
- California Division of Apprenticeship Standards Certification
- U.S. Department of Labor Certification
Bartender/Mixologist Apprenticeship Program
Many bartending schools promise quick training but often there is no job on the other end. Our Bartender/Mixologist Apprenticeship is different.
What you’ll learn
- All basic drink categories and the most made beverages
- How to work efficiently in a fast-paced professional bar environment
- Basic cooking and knife skills
- From-scratch production of shrubs, tinctures, bitters, syrups and flavorings
- Balanced, original drink creation
What you’ll earn
- ServSafe® California Food Handler Certification
- Industry-recognized HTA Certificate
- California Division of Apprenticeship Standards Certification
- U.S. Department of Labor Certification
- Alcohol Safety Certification
Pre-Apprenticeship Prep Cook Program
Prep Cooks are the backbone of any restaurant or food service company, handling ingredient prep, stocks, sauces, and station setup. Our five-week Pre-Apprenticeship Prep Cook Program is perfect if you are passionate about cooking and ready to enter the industry.
What you’ll learn
- Knife skills, kitchen safety, and organization
- Cooking techniques and plating
- Speed and efficiency in a professional kitchen
What you’ll earn
- California Food Handler Certification
- Industry-recognized HTA Certificate
- California Division of Apprenticeship Standards Certification
Additional Certifications & Classes
ServSafe® California Food Handler Class & Exam
Certification required for food workers in California.
Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Training & Exam
Certification required for alcohol service workers in California.
Customer Service Training
Hospitality fundamentals, conflict resolution, and guest services.
Steward/Utility Worker/Dishwasher Training
Hands-on training for entry-level back-of-house roles.
The HTA’s Line Cook and Chef de Partie, Barista/Latte Artist, and Bartender/Mixologist programs are registered by the U.S. Department of Labor and are funded with federal funds from the Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration under contract number DLL-ETA-16-C-0115. The contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. government.