The Department of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management was established to cultivate world-class chefs and high-class hotel management professionals. If you are interested in a career in the culinary arts and hotel management so that you can deliver high-quality food and hotel experiences here in Taiwan and abroad, then Hungkuang University will significantly enhance your competitiveness in the job market. We have the international experts and Michelin-starred professionals, and the hands-on international and on-campus internship experiences you need to become jobs, and more.
Prospects after Graduation
Chinese cuisine chef
Western cuisine chef
Pastry Chef
manager
Banquet planner
Start your own business
Employment abroad
An Exciting Industry-Designed Culinary and Hotel Program
We offer two different concentrations: culinary arts and hotel management. In the culinary arts, you will learn about kitchen and food preparation, knife practice, basic dessert and meal preparation, which will help you develop the primary skills needed by culinary professionals. And in hotel management, you will learn about hotel business models, human resource management, employee service behavior, and marketing and public relations management, which will help you develop the primary skills needed by hotel management professionals.
Moreover, you will find yourself immersed in classes that teach you about consumer psychology, health and safety regulations, customer service management, Chinese, Japanese and Western cuisine, and so much more. Initially, you will learn about the basics that go into restaurant and hotel businesses, but as you get more knowledgeable, you will begin to put the theory into practice. First in the classroom, but then during on-campus, off-campus and international internships.
The accumulation of real-life experience will help you learn all the practical skills you need to become a chef and hotel manager before graduation. By combining theory and practical hands-on experience, you will learn everything that you need to know to cook many different meals and cuisines, and how to manage employees and a hotel altogether. See what our program can offer you.
Hungkuang University’s Department of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management has the reputation, longevity, and international professors and Michelin-starred experts to guide you to becoming a world-class chef and expert hotel manager. We will help you discover the connection between food preparation and high-quality meals, quality hotel management and guest experiences, and so much more, and their respective impacts upon the experience that you deliver to restaurant goers and hotel guests.
With high-quality professors and knowledgeable experts, and the on-campus, off-campus and international internships, you will learn all the skills you need to become a culinary or hotel management professional. Moreover, with our classes delivered in professional classrooms designed to emulate your future workplaces, you will gain the hands-on experience you need to confidently join a high-class restaurant and hotel before you graduate. So, we encourage future and current students – whether domestic or international – to take up all the opportunities we have available.
If you’re a future university student, consider applying to our program today. If you are an international student looking to find out more information, learn more about Hungkuang University’s international requirements here. You can also send an email or call the Office of International Affairs today!
We know how choosing a university education can be a complicated decision, especially if you are deciding to study abroad in a country unfamiliar to you. However, you can rest assured that studying here at Hungkuang University will provide you with the detailed knowledge you need to become a world-class chef and high-class hotel manager. Furthermore, because our tuition and the living expenses in Taiwan are more affordable and cheaper than in Western countries, you can relax and concentrate more on your studies, on-campus and international internships, and most importantly, how to prepare guests for a quality experience.
Moreover, with international experts and Michelin-starred professionals from around the world, you will find the support you need to take your first steps on your professional journey into the world of restaurants and hotels. So, with hands-on experience, cheaper tuition and affordable living, what’s stopping you from pursuing your professional journey toward a brighter future here at Hungkuang University? What’s stopping you from becoming a world-class chef or high-class hotel manager?
If any of this information has piqued your curiosity and you would like to learn more, explore our program in more detail or consider giving us a phone call or sending us an email.
Testimonial 1:
“Enrolling in the Culinary Arts and Hotel Management program was the best decision I’ve ever made. Not only did it equip me with the practical skills needed to excel in the culinary world, but it also provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the hospitality industry. The hands-on approach to learning allowed me to hone my cooking techniques while also gaining invaluable experience in hotel operations. The dedicated instructors were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about helping us succeed. Thanks to this program, I now feel confident pursuing my dream career in the culinary and hospitality field.”
Testimonial 2:
“The Culinary Arts and Hotel Management program exceeded all my expectations. From learning the art of food presentation to mastering the intricacies of hotel management, every aspect of the program was enriching and rewarding. The curriculum was well-structured, covering everything from basic cooking techniques to advanced hospitality management strategies. What truly sets this program apart is the emphasis on real-world experience. Through internships and practical exercises, I gained firsthand exposure to the fast-paced environment of professional kitchens and hotels. I am immensely grateful for the skills and knowledge I’ve acquired through this program, which have undoubtedly prepared me for a successful career in the culinary and hospitality industry.”
Here in Taiwan, major shifts in the economy throughout the 1990s opened various opportunities for job seekers and students. More specifically, Taiwan’s economic development shifted its focus from primary and secondary industries to the service industries, particularly in the fields of dining and tourism. So, in 1999, in response to the growing demand for professionals in the hospitality, tourism, and culinary industries, the Department of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management was established at Hungkuang University.
In 2006, recognizing the importance of a tailored education, our department expanded its course offerings to include specialized modules such as Asian culinary arts, Western culinary arts, and hospitality services for first-year students. We aimed to enhance students’ practical skills and adaptability within diverse sectors of the hospitality industry. And over the years, our department underwent further developments, including establishing a two-year program in hospitality management, and offering two tracks in hospitality and culinary arts to our students.
Here at the Department of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management, we have cultivated so many outstanding students that we have received the Vocational Education Stars Award from the Ministry of Education for six consecutive years. And part of the reason for this is because we have established a high-quality learning environment that includes wine tasting, mixology, culinary arts, Asian cuisine, Western cuisine, and baking labs, as well as practical facilities such as a cocktail bar, a casual dining outlet, an internship restaurant, and a hotel. This immersive industry setting serves to narrow the gap between learning and application.
In summary, the history of the Department of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management reflects its evolution in response to economic shifts, industry demands, and a commitment to providing students with a comprehensive and tailored education in the dynamic field of hospitality. So, the next time that you wonder about where world-class chefs and high-quality hotel managers learned their discipline and skills, think of us here in the Department of Culinary Arts and Hotel Management.
So, if you have a passion for cooking and the culinary arts or providing high-quality service and managing a seamless experience for others, consider reading about our program in more depth. And if culinary arts or hotel management is in your future, consider applying to our program today, and join us in delivering a high-class culinary and hotel experience.
