Culinary Arts/Chef Training at Pinellas Technical College-Clearwater in Clearwater, FL
Total Graduates
14
Class of 2023
Male Graduates
64%
9 of 14
Female Graduates
36%
5 of 14
Program Overview
Program Details
Recent Outcomes
Career Outcomes for Graduates
Primary Career Path
Average Starting Salary
$60,990
10-Year Job Growth
+7.1%
Career Readiness Score
Related Career Paths
| Career Title | Starting Salary | Growth Rate | Skill Match | Mapping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Chefs and Head Cooks
SOC: 35-1011 | $48,792 | +7.1% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, All Other
SOC: 35-2019 | $28,968 | +5.5% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, Private Household
SOC: 35-2013 | $35,624 | +5.1% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
Cooks, Restaurant
SOC: 35-2014 | $29,464 | +14.9% | 0%
| primary100% confidence
|
| $33,608 | +6% | 75%
| primary100% confidence
|
Salary Progression
Starting Salary
$45,743
Peak Salary
$76,238
Total Growth
+67%
Skills You'll Gain
✓ Skills Covered in Program (10)
ℹ Career Preparation
This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.
Career Readiness Assessment
Technical Skills Alignment
Education Level Match
Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.
Your Future Work Environment
Mixed
Setting
Moderate
Physical Demands
Small Team
Team Size
Occasional
Travel
Work Schedule
Indoor/Outdoor
Autonomy Level
Moderate
Overtime Expectations
Regular hours are typical, overtime is rare
Customer Interaction
Moderate
Technology & Tools You'll Master
Digital Literacy Required
EXPERT
Technology Intensity
HIGH
● Important Software
● Beneficial Software
Digital Competencies You'll Develop
Note: This program will equip you with expert level digital skills. The software and technologies listed are based on typical industry requirements for Culinary Arts/Chef Training..
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Building things
- Working with hands
- Leadership roles
- Sales
- Organization
- Data management
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment; leading, influencing, and persuading others; organizing, systematizing, and working with data?
Are you comfortable working mixed with moderate physical demands?
Do you enjoy collaborating with team members?
Do you value coordination?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing
- • Detail-oriented individuals who value organization
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who avoid public speaking or sales
- • Those who dislike repetitive tasks
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.