About Our Department
Culinary Arts is the preparation, cooking and presentation of food, usually in the form of meals. Hospitality Management is the academic study of the hospitality industry, one of the largest in the world. The Culinary and Hospitality Arts Institute of New Jersey (CHAI-NJ) blends culinary mastery with entrepreneurial thinking, preparing students for both leadership and ownership in their future careers. CCM is proud to offer certificate and associate degree programs for students interested in leading as an entrepreneur and guiding teams in management, launch a career in the hotels and travel industry, the fields of leisure, entertainment and event planning, or be an executive chef in any region.
“Enrolling in this program is more than just education—it’s a calling. Not just about building a career, but about becoming a leader. It’s a chance to learn the profound power of nourishing others, to turn your passion for food into purpose, and to embrace the urgency and heart required to truly make a difference in this industry. For those passionate about service and ready to lead with heart, this is where your journey begins.”
Professor Mark Cosgrove
Chairperson
Coming Soon
The impressive 11,325-square-feet Center for Entrepreneurship and Culinary Science, set to fully open for the Spring 2026 semester, will serve as the home to CHAI-NJ.
Our New State-of-the-Art Baking Kitchen
Our new baking kitchen enables students to specialize in artisanal baking and pastry arts, gaining hands-on experience in a professional-grade environment tailored for precise, high-quality instruction. The cutting-edge space is outfitted with top-tier equipment, including:
- Advanced Combi-ovens and a rotating bread oven for flawless baking
- Marble-topped tables ideal for chocolate tempering and intricate confectionery work
- Maple-topped “Boos” block workstations for classic breadmaking and pastry production
- A 14-foot dough sheeter, allowing for large-scale lamination and dough preparation, paired with a dough divider to help students master portion control in high-volume production
- Four 40-quart globe mixers, from delicate batters like meringues to heavy doughs
- Four Vulcan stoves to support a full range of culinary instruction
With this advanced learning lab, CHAI-NJ continues to solidify its position as a premier destination for executive chefs, aspiring bakers and culinary professionals.
Highly Recognized Program
CCM has been recognized as a Top 20 Best Culinary School on the East Coast and a Top 10 Best Culinary School in New Jersey. It holds the designation of “Chaine Kitchen” of the International Chaîne des Rôtisseurs and students may apply to become a member of this prestigious organization and receive the rank of “Rôtisseurs”.
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