Bachelor of Culinary Arts and Food Science (Honours) (Co-op)

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Co-op type:

Mandatory

Skills students have at the start of co-op work term:

• Property management software (Fidelio and Opera)
• Micros Point of Sale System
• Revenue Management Software
• Document creation, presentations, spreadsheets, data analytics
• Beverage Service techniques
• Restaurant Operations for Service
• Explain and calculate major hotel operations metrics
• Perform professional food handling procedures
• Design and implement menus reflecting nutritional and dietary restrictions
• Develop marketing strategies to address consumer behavior

Suggested job titles:

• Reservations Agent
• Front Desk Associate
• Front Office Attendant
• Guest Services Associate
• Room Attendant
• Night Auditor
• Events and Marketing Assistant
• Server, Barista, Host, Bartender
• Human Resources Agent
• Tour Guide
• Event Planner
• Airline assistant and Ticket Agent

Requirements for work term:

Co-op is a real-world job search process requiring students to apply, interview, and earn jobs rather than being placed by the College. In the term prior to the cooperative education (Co-op) Work Term, students are required to independently complete online modules that assist with resume and cover letter writing, and interview technique preparation. Students must actively conduct a self-directed job search and are responsible to secure approved program related paid co-op employment. Students compete for co-op positions alongside students from Algonquin and other Canadian and international colleges and universities. Co-op employment opportunities requiring relocation may be considered, and are subject to departmental approval with the understanding that all associated expenses are incurred by students e.g., travel, work permits/visa applications, accommodation, etc. Cooperative education (Co-op) Work Terms are typically four months in duration and are completed during a term when students are currently not studying on campus.

Requirements to remain eligible for co-op:

This program includes two mandatory cooperative education (Co-op) Work Term(s). 

Additional Info:

Are you an international student enrolled in the co-op program? Visit our International Co-op Students web page for more information.