Launch Your Culinary Career with First State’s Adult Culinary Arts Training Program

Are you interested in building a career in the food service industry? First State Community Action Agency’s Adult Culinary Arts Training Program is designed to help participants gain practical skills, industry-recognized training, and hands-on experience that can lead to employment.

The next class begins November 3, 2026 at our Georgetown location.

During this 12-week evening program, participants will complete 280 instructional hours and receive training in a commercial kitchen under the direction of a Certified Chef Instructor. The program also includes internship training, hands-on lab experience, soft skills and resume development, job interview preparation, field trips, ServSafe certification, and assistance with job placement.

Program Details

Start Date: November 3, 2026

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Location: 211 North Race Street, Georgetown, DE 19947

Length: 12 weeks

Training: 280 instructional hours plus internship experience

Participants must be at least 18 years old, be Delaware residents, meet program eligibility requirements, and be willing to obtain and maintain employment.

Whether you are entering the workforce, looking for a new direction, or ready to build skills for a career in food service, this program can help you take that next step.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Register today at www.firststatecaa.org/register.

For more information, call 302-856-7761 and ask for Chef Lee Stewart, ext. 283, or Martina Winn, ext. 139.