Summer Culinary & Baking Boot Camps are back!

The Culinary Arts Department is offering week-long camps for different interests and experience levels throughout the month of June!

• Beginning Culinary Boot Camp

  Beginning Culinary Boot Camp is for youth ages 11-17 who wish to acquire basic cooking techniques that they can take from the classroom to their home kitchen.  Students will learn knife skills, safety and sanitation practices, order of operations, how to read a recipe, culinary vocabulary, and most importantly will be preparing a wide variety of meat, fish, and vegetarian dishes from scratch.  Hands-on practice through instructor led demonstrations and supervision.  Some samples will be sent home with the student. Students must be able to work independently as well as in a group. 

  Fee includes chef jacket, hat, knives, expert instruction, lunch, and a fun learning experience.   

  Fee: $350

  Days & times: Monday - Friday 10:00a to 3:00p

  Location: Cuddy Hall, Kitchen

  Sessions: June 5-9 Registration is CLOSED

                 June 12-16 Registration is CLOSED

                 June 19-23 Registration is CLOSED

                 June 26-30 Registration is CLOSED

• Decorative Bakery Skills Boot Camp

  Decorative Bakery Skills Boot Camp is for youth ages 11-17 interested in exploring hands-on practice of basic artistic decorative skills.  Student will focus on simple and formal cake and pastry decoration techniques to include working with fondant, royal icing and buttercream icing. Hands-on practice through instructor led demonstrations and supervision. Some samples will be sent home with the student.  Students must be able to work independently as well as in a group. 

  Fee includes chef jacket, hat, bakery tool, expert instruction, lunch, and a fun learning experience.   

  Fee: $350

  Days & times: Monday – Friday 10:00a to 3:00p

  Location: Cuddy Hall, Bakery

  Session: June 5-9 Registration is CLOSED

•   Beginning Baking Boot Camp

  Beginning Bakery Boot Camp is for youth ages 11-17 interested in exploring the basic methods and techniques of baking and pastry arts! Students will learn proper measurement, safety and sanitation practices, order of operations, how to read a recipe, baking vocabulary and most importantly, will be preparing a wide variety baked goods from scratch!  Hands-on practice through instructor led demonstrations and supervision. Some samples will be sent home with the student. Students must be able to work independently as well as in a group. 

  Fee includes chef jacket, hat, bakery tool, expert instruction, lunch, and a fun learning experience.   

  Fee: $350

  Days & times: Monday – Friday 10:00a to 3:00p

  Location: Cuddy Hall, Bakery

  Sessions: June 12-16 Registration is CLOSED

                 June 19-23 Register

                 June 26-30 Register

• FAQ

  REGISTRATION 

  Q. Can my child attend a camp for ages 11-17 if he/she is 11 years old on the day camp starts? 

  A. Yes!  Please remember that your child must be in the age range of camp selected on the day their camp begins.

  Q. How do I register my child?

  A. Please visit our website to find the links to the various camps offered. Please use your (parent or guardian) information to complete the initial registration. You will provide your child’s information in the additional forms to be completed after the initial registration is complete. If you have problems or questions, please call our office at (907) 786-0539 or email cmbartlett3@alaska.edu.  

   

  PAYMENT

  Q. How much is each camp?  What does it include?

  A. Each camp is $350.00 which includes expert instruction Monday thru Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. as well as a chef jacket, special tool, and apron.  The uniform and tool are theirs to keep along with a recipe packet of all the creations made during the week. Campers may also bring home goodies made in camp!

  Q. My child’s Homeschool is going to cover the cost through their programs.  How does this work?

  A. In most cases the parent pays via personal credit card and then presents receipt to the Homeschool for reimbursement.  There may be situations that require a different approach, such as a group of students attending.  Please call us for details if necessary.

   

  WHEN THINGS CHANGE

  Q. I would like to switch to a different camp.

  A. No problem – as long as there is space in the desired camp. Please call our office at (907) 786-0539 or email cmbartlett3@alaska.edu.

  Q. How do I cancel my child’s camp

  A. As soon as you know that your child will not be able to attend, contact us at (907) 786-0539 or cmbartlett3@alaska.edu to cancel. Cancellations made seven days or more in advance of your scheduled camp will receive a 100% refund. 

  Q. Due to a previously scheduled appointment, my child will be late arriving or will need to leave early.  Do I need to tell you?

  A. Yes, please.  Your child’s safety is our prime concern. Let us know by filling out the provided note in the registration packet. Please also complete this form to let us know if your child has permission to leave without supervision or is biking to and from camp (they are able to lock their bike up outside our building).

  Q. What if my child is sick

  A. Please call us at (907) 786-1492 prior to 10:00 a.m. to let us know. If we have not heard from you and your child has not arrived by 10:30 a.m., we will give you a call.  

   

  MISCELLANEOUS

  Q. What time do camps begin and end?  How early can I drop my child off?  How late can I pick up?

  A. Camps begin at 10:00 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. We do not have capabilities for before or aftercare; therefore, it is very important that your child does not arrive before 9:45 a.m. and is picked up no later than 3:15 p.m.

  Q. Do I have to come in to drop off and pick up my child?

  A. A responsible individual must accompany your child to check in on the first day of class. For the rest of the week, you may drive through the parking area adjacent to the open side door and drop off your child.  For pick up you may do the same, as your child will be waiting for you either outside the door or just inside.  

  Q. How many campers are in each class?

  A. Each camp accepts up to 18 students.  In each camp, your child will be learning skills from our Chef Instructor and an experienced Chef Assistant.

  Q. What should my child wear?

  A. For safety reasons, all shoes must be closed-toed and long pants worn.  If you have a question on this, please call us at (907) 786-1492 or email kjpuff@alaska.edu.

  Q. What if my child has a medical or dietary concern?

  A. Please indicate on the “Information Card and Medical Release Form” when filling out the registration forms and call us at (907) 786-1492 if you wish to clarify or have a question.

  Q. Is there extra support offered for my child if they have an IEP with their school district?

  A. No. We do not have additional staff to work individually with students who need extra support. Please call us at (907) 786-1492 if you wish to clarify or have questions.

  Q. Should they bring a packed lunch?

  A. No – Your child will be making their lunch, both in the kitchen and the bakery classes.

  Q. Do you have lockers for valuables?

  A. Yes, although you will have to provide a lock.

  Q. Can my child bring their cell phone?

  A. Of course!  However, they must either be locked in a locker or in their pocket on silent or set to vibrate during class.  If you need to get an urgent message to your child, please call us at (907) 786-1492.

  
  
  
  We are passionate and committed to ensuring your child has an enjoyable and safe experience at our Culinary and Bakery Summer Camps!  If you have any questions that are not covered above, please give us a call at (907) 786-1487 or by email to uaa_chef@uaa.alaska.edu