Culinary Arts

Students in the culinary arts program can receive on-the-job training through our in-house culinary voc-tech/work study program, Food Safety Manager’s certification, and training in Pro-Start, a nationally recognized food service training program.

The students of GILA find the well disciplined and highly motivated staff and students of the Culinary Arts program preparing them many savory meals.  Students have the pleasing experience of fresh salad bars and plenty of baked goods regularly available to them; in addition, they have the delightful gastronomic experience of meals that may include such delights as roast beef sandwiches for lunch, prime rib for dinner, and even cultural dishes from different areas of the world!

Of course, the main dish is service.  Students learn quickly that the food is served with pride and a sense of accomplishment. Students learning the art of cooking find that they share in this joy.

Food at GILA begins with sanitary and knowledgable preparation, moving to artful and timely delivery, and ending with the smiles on the faces of the students!

Culinary arts courses are taught by Rand Rosecrans.  Mr. Rosecrans and his wife Suzette began their service to the school district in 1998 when they moved to Galena from Homer. He has worked in fine dining establishments, lodges, private clubs, owned and operated a catering service and worked on the North Slope.