#1 in the world

Ranked best culinary school in the world by Chef’s Pencil (1)

A quality Escoffier education could lead you to a meaningful career locally or around the globe.

Largest in the USA

Escoffier is the largest culinary school brand in the United States (2)

We've helped thousands of students pursue an exciting and purposeful culinary career. Now it's your turn.

Top 10 Schools

Top 10 culinary schools in the United States - USA Today (3)

An affordable, quality education is accessible online and on-ground at our Boulder, CO campus, and on-ground at our Austin, TX campus.

Best Online
Schools 2023

Newsweek 5-star Award: America's Top Online Learning Schools 2023 (4)

Newsweek recognized Escoffier as one of America's Best Online Learning Schools (Learning Providers) for adult learners in 2023.

How Culinary School Could Help You With Your Career: Take This Quiz!

Tell us what you're looking for, and we'll help you understand which academic path is right for you!

Career Goals
EDUCATION PLAN
FINANCIAL PLAN
LIFE PLAN

Take this short quiz to see which Academic Plan could work best for your specific situation.

Take This Short Quiz

Explore Programs

Work in a fine-dining restaurant. Start your own food truck, restaurant, or catering business. Lead and manage others where you already work. Whatever your goals, Escoffier can help get you there faster with the flexibility of online or on-campus learning.

CULINARY ARTS

Our career-centered curriculum can help set you on the right professional path.
View Program Details

Pastry Arts

Classic pastry techniques get a modern-day application for a well-rounded education.
View Program Details

FOOD ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Explore food startups and the skills you may need to start a food truck, open a restaurant, and more.
View Program Details

Plant-Based Culinary Arts

Prepare foods with plant-based ingredients, learn about substitutions, and lead the way in today’s food culture.
View Program Details

HOLISTIC NUTRITION & WELLNESS

Combine skills in nutrition, mindfulness, and healthy lifestyles with a foundation in crafting delicious, balanced meals.
View Program Details

HOSPITALITY & RESTAURANT OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Prepare for a wide variety of positions within hospitality and restaurant operations in this online associate degree program.
View Program Details
The cost for Escoffier is substantially less compared to the other schools I researched.”*
Brent Unruh Graduate
BRENT UNRUH
CULINARY ARTS GRADUATE

Learn Online or at One of Our Two Campuses

Get an interactive, hands-on learning experience in the most convenient setting: your own kitchen. Or, attend our campus in Boulder, Colorado or Austin, Texas.

ONLINE PROGRAMS
BOULDER, COLORADO CAMPUS
AUSTIN, TEXAS CAMPUS

The Essential Culinary Career Guide

The Essential Culinary Career Guide

WHAT'S YOUR IDEAL CULINARY CAREER? GET OUR SELF-EVALUATION GUIDE TO FIND OUT!

Academic planner document

We’ve compiled a checklist of all of the essential questions into one handy guide:

  • Career options
  • Culinary interest surveys
  • Educational opportunities
  • and more!
YES, I want the guide!
Academic planner document

Clicking the "Get the Guide Now" button constitutes your express written consent to be contacted via phone, text, and/or emails by Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts at the number(s)/email you provided, regarding furthering your education. You understand that these calls may be generated using an automated technology. You can unsubscribe at any time or request removal of street address, phone number, email address via Escoffier website.
Academic planner document

Clicking the "Get the Guide Now" button constitutes your express written consent to be contacted via phone, text, and/or emails by Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts at the number(s)/email you provided, regarding furthering your education. You understand that these calls may be generated using an automated technology. You can unsubscribe at any time or request removal of street address, phone number, email address via Escoffier website.

The Culinary and Pastry Arts School with a Balanced, Business-Focused Curriculum

Passion. Preparation. Purpose.

  • Study at the school that is the living legacy of Auguste Escoffier, the “King of Chefs and Chef of Kings.”
  • 100% online culinary and pastry degrees and diplomas, culminating in a hands-on industry externship for professional experience. Austin programs available on campus only.
  • Campuses in two of the most-progressive food cities in the United States: beautiful Boulder, Colorado and hip Austin, Texas.

Passion. Preparation. Purpose.

  • Study at the school that is the living legacy of Auguste Escoffier, the “King of Chefs and Chef of Kings.”
  • 100% online culinary and pastry degrees and diplomas, culminating in a hands-on industry externship for professional experience. Austin programs available on campus only.
  • Campuses in two of the most-progressive food cities in the United States: beautiful Boulder, Colorado and hip Austin, Texas.

How Escoffier Students and Graduates Set Themselves Apart*

Externship Training at
Walt Disney World Resorts

Michael Pythoud, Employment Partner; Culinary Director, Walt Disney World Resorts

From James Beard Scholarship to
Michelin Star Restaurant

Wyl Lima, Austin Campus Graduate; Sous Chef, Temporis Restaurant, Chicago, IL

Military Veteran Studied Online to
Grow His Restaurant Business

LANCE MCWHORTER, Online Culinary Graduate; Food Network “Chopped” Contestant; Chef & Restaurant Owner

JW Marriott Chef Says Escoffier Has
Better Prepared Students

JENNIFER ETZKIN, Employer; Executive Chef, Corner Restaurant @ JW Marriott, Austin, TX

Online Culinary Training to Learn
How to Open a Restaurant

TIFFANY MOORE, Online Culinary Graduate; Event Venue Chef & Co-Owner

Went Back to School to
Become an Executive Chef

Holden O’Leary, Boulder Campus Graduate; Executive Chef & Restaurant Co-Owner

Some Esteemed Employers that Hire Escoffier Graduates

  • Disney Culinary logo
  • The Ritz-Carlton logo
  • Celebrity Cruises logo
  • Hyatt logo
  • Vail Resorts logo
  • Omni Hotels & Resorts logo
  • Sodexo Quality of Life Services logo
  • Yellowstone National Park Lodges logo

View More Featured Employers

Why Choose Escoffier

Online or On-Campus

Online or On-Campus
Boulder, CO and Austin, TX*
*Austin programs available on-campus only

Business-Focused Curriculum

Business-Focused Curriculum
including entrepreneurship

Affordable College Education

Affordable College Education
Financial aid for those who qualify

Career Assistance

Career Assistance
Ongoing Support

Heritage of Auguste Escoffier

Heritage of Auguste Escoffier
The Legendary Chef

Sustainable Practices

Sustainable Practices
featuring Farm to Table® Experience

Personalized Attention

Personalized Attention
and support

Escoffier Blog

More >
February 1, 2023

What Licenses and Permits Are Needed to Run a Catering Business?

Starting a catering business requires that you obtain the proper permits and licenses, including a catering license and business license.

Upcoming Events

More >
02 Feb

Valentine’s Day Demo: Coeur a la Creme with Raspberry Sauce

Virtual

Open Houses

More >

Let's stay in touch! Get the King of Chefs email newsletter delivered to your inbox weekly. You'll get everything you need to know about culinary & pastry careers, food entrepreneurship, financing your culinary education, and more.

Email Address*