Instructors

Zajac, Richard 
Department Head, Culinary Arts
Richard.Zajac@cttech.org
(860) 412-7500 x13562
Hemmig, Jeffery 
Instructor, Culinary Arts
Jeffery.Hemmig@cttech.org
(860) 412-7500 x13568

Program Description

The Culinary Arts program trains students in all phases of the food service industry. Students receive the foundational knowledge and skills needed to enter a career in food services. While operating a restaurant open to the public, students receive 1,775 hours of back-of-house and front-of-house on-the-job experiential learning. They employ critical thinking skills independently and in teams to solve problems and make decisions. Leadership and teamwork skills are developed by collaborating with others to accomplish common goals and objectives. Students know and understand the importance of employability skills before entering the workforce.

Shop Information

Bellissimo

Current Bellissimo Menu (Closed 3/7 due to field trip)

The Bellissimo restaurant is open to the public. We do not accept credit cards, cash or check only. Please call for reservations. We do try to accommodate large groups up to 30 people. All guests must enter the building through the main entrance and check-in at the security desk.

Hours:  Bellissimo is open Tuesday thru Thursday for the public with the accept of holidays, school ½ days, and special events. Closure will be posted on the Ellis Tech Facebook page or Ellis Tech home page.

How to make a reservation: Call the dining room at 860-412-7500 ext. 13604 (dining room) between 9:00 a.m. and 1pm, Tuesday thru Friday OR call the Culinary office at 860-412-7500 ext. 13562 and leave a voicemail.

To learn more about Connecticut Technical Education and Career System’s Culinary Arts program standards, industry certifications earned, course breakdown, and career/college pathways, please visit our district website.

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