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Hospitality

Introduction

Where do you start if you are interested in a career in Hospitality and Tourism or are just interested in learning about good food and great service? 

Our Hospitality and Tourism program teaches students important skills for both at home cooking and cooking within a work environment. Students that enjoy being creative and working hands on are given a great opportunity to develop their talents. We encourage students to be involved within our Catholic school community, try new things and participate in team efforts.

Each year of the program students will build upon their culinary skills. This course is a combination of developing skills within the kitchen and understanding the world in which we live. Students who come with an open mind and positive attitude will take away so many new perspectives and abilities that will enhance their personal goals and academic life at SJC. Come and join us for the fun!  

What courses do we offer?

  • Grade 9 Integrated Technology 
  • Grade 10 Hospitality and Tourism 
  • Grade 11 Dual Credit 
  • Grade 12 Focus Courses 
  • SHSM 
  • Accelerated OYAP 

What skills do we help you learn? 

  • Kitchen safety 
  • Cooking Methods 
  • Use of Industrial kitchen tools and equipment 
  • How to unleash your creative palate 
  • How to have fun with food! 

How do Hospitality students get involved in the school and community? 

  • The Elimination Draw food service 
  • Veteran’s Day Luncheon 
  • Academic Awards Assembly 
  • Toast to Success Breakfast 
  • Food For Thought school Breakfast program 
  • Volunteering in the community – Food Bank, Local Churches, Soup Kitchen, St. Leonard’s Society, etc. 
  • Feeder school Turkey Lunches 
  • School Restaurant Johny’s Place 

Course Description

Grade 9, Exploring Hospitality and Tourism, Open (TFJ1O1)

This exploratory course introduces students to concepts and skills related to hospitality and tourism, focusing on the areas of food handling, food preparation, the origins of foods, event planning, and local tourism. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field.

In this course students will:

  • Learn the importance of kitchen safety
  • Be introduced to basic cooking methods and skills
  • Learn how to appropriately use industrial kitchen tools and equipment 
  • Be exposed to different foods and cultures of the world
  • Be involved within the school community
  • Unleash their creative palate and have fun with food