Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland (Closed 2020)
- Western Culinary Institute provides basic training and education for cooks and apprentice chefs. The curriculum offers you the opportunity to: Acquire the qualities of a professional, entry-level cook including stamina, dexterity, hand-eye coordination, ability to work with others, timing, and the artistry of food preparation. Learn and effectively practice advanced technical skills in food preparation and service. Become familiar with purchasing and inventory controls, buffet work and plate presentation, front-of-the-house operations, and basic principles of kitchen management. Understand the principles of food identification, nutrition, dietetics, and food/beverage composition. Gain an appreciation for the history, evolution, and international diversity of the culinary arts. Develop a sense of professionalism necessary for working successfully in the food service/hospitality industry. Western Culinary Institute offers a full spectrum of culinary education combining the history and teachings of the world-renown Le Cordon Bleu School with a challenging and comprehensive curriculum. Opportunities for Western Culinary Institute Culinary Arts, Hospitality & Restaurant Management, and Pâtisserie and Baking degree program graduates are tremendous in the ever-expanding hospitality and culinary arts industry.
School Highlights
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland served 452 students (100% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 30:1 was higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment was 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was less than the state average of 44%.
School Overview
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 68% over five years.
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland | (OR) Community College Avg. | |
Carnegie Classification | Item not available | Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional |
Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
Total Faculty | 15 staff | 221 staff |
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) IPEDS
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Portland is Carrington College-Portland (1.6 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Carrington College-PortlandPrivate for-profit215 students | 1.60 Mi2004 Lloyd Center, 3rd Fl.
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 761-6100 1.60215 - 404 students | 1.60 Mi1425 NE Irving Street, Bldg 300
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(971) 722-6111 6.1060,037 - Pioneer Pacific CollegePrivate for-profit740 students | 6.40 Mi4145 SW Watson Ave. #300
Beaverton, OR 97005
(503) 646-6000 6.40740 - Clark CollegePublic9,233 students | 8.00 Mi1933 Fort Vancouver Way
Vancouver, WA 98663
(360) 992-2000 8.009,233
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