Study in Paradise: Enroll in a Hawaiian Culinary Arts School

Hawaii, one of the U.S.'s top tourist destinations, has a distinct style of cuisine--a mixture of native ingredients and multi-ethnic flair. The cultural melting pot that makes up Hawaii's population--American, Chinese, Filipino, Japanese, and more--has led to a fascinating fusion of flavors (including, famously, the use of SPAM in many recipes).

If working with a unique cuisine style in a tropical paradise appeals to you, then enrolling in a culinary arts school in Hawaii may be a good choice.

Hawaii: Culinary Arts Opportunities

Hawaii's tropical climate and sandy beaches attract hordes of visitors from around the globe each year. As a result, Hawaii's tourism industry supports a growing restaurant and hospitality industry. Your chef training from a culinary arts school can position you for success at one of the many restaurants and hotels throughout Hawaii. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS,) the hourly mean wage for a chef or head cook in Hawaii was $23.47, and the annual mean wage was $48,830.

For those interested in the business end of the culinary industry, you can get career training in organizational techniques, business management, and more. By doing so, you can prepare for a restaurant or hotel management position. In 2007, the BLS reported that restaurant managers earned a mean annual salary of $48,210.

Of course, these wages are offset somewhat by the state's high cost of living. Paradise, after all, doesn't come cheaply. Honolulu ranks among the top five most expensive cities in the U.S. But, would you trade the beaches, waves, and a creative cuisine environment for more money somewhere else?

Featured Schools

Le Cordon Bleu Schools of North America

Bring Your Fire to the Plate. Le Cordon Bleu. Learn the Way.

Campus Locations:

Orlando
Scottsdale
Portland

Programs:

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Portland - 12 Month Certificate in Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Scottsdale - Certificate in Culinary Arts