ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ Culinary Arts Students Showcase Skills at the Kentucky Derby
May 19, 2023
by Mary Morris
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ culinary arts program students participated
in the Kentucky Derby for the sixth consecutive year.
For five years prior, ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ was the sole representative of culinary programs in Kentucky. This year they shared the honor with another program.
Participation in the food preparation at the Derby offers ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ culinary students a
unique chance to practice the skill sets they learn beyond cooking. They gain expertise
in meal preparation, food handling, and restaurant maintenance. 
Working alongside professional chefs and fellow culinary students from all over the country, the ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ students gain valuable insights into producing food on a large scale while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
"Our program coordinator Chef Patrick Zemba pours his heart into this program so students
can get the training they need to be successful," says Instructor Terrell Clark. "Students
from ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½ stand out because of their experience running the College Café and Bakery.
It prepares them for the real world."
For more information about ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s Culinary Arts Program, visit our program page.