Pennsylvania Culinary Institute's dedication and close ties to the hospitality industry have been hallmarks of teaching, learning and placement since our founding in 1986. Over the past two decades, Pennsylvania Culinary Institute has established itself as a place for focused individuals preparing for careers in the culinary arts. Our Culinary Arts program, Pastry Chef Training, and Hospitality & Restaurant Management program; continually adapt to the industry’s need for quality education.

Pennsylvania Culinary Institute was founded in 1986 as a Branch Campus of the Sawyer School. PCI was well-known in the Pittsburgh area and beyond for providing a quality hands-on education and attracted students from across the United States. Due to it’s viability and success, PCI was acquired by Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts, Inc. (PICA) in 1990 and subsequently earned independent Main Campus accreditation by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (formerly the National Association of Trade and Technical Schools).

In December 2001, Career Education Corporation (CEC) purchased the Institute and merged it with the International Culinary Academy, also located in Pittsburgh; combining the experience, skill & expertise of both schools’ chefs and instructors. In March 2002, more prestige came to Pennsylvania Culinary Institute when a partnership was formed with the world-famous Le Cordon Bleu to offer the Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Arts program and the Le Cordon Bleu Patisserie & Baking program; in January of 2004 the Hospitality & Restaurant Management program also became a Le Cordon Bleu program.

Graduates of our programs receive both specialized associates degree and a diplôme from Le Cordon Bleu in their specialized area. PCI is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools & Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT) and the Culinary Arts Program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation.

Your imagination will be challenged to the limits of its potential by some of the most accomplished chefs, mixologists and management professionals.

Some of which are proven leaders in their field who bring expertise and business savvy into our kitchens and classrooms daily. Our accomplished chefs and instructors continually strive to stay in touch with today's technology through continued education and industry experience. All of our instructors possess a strong sense of commitment to sharing their many years of experience and passion for their art with our students. They come from across the nation and abroad to provide you with the education that can enrich your spirit, stimulate your creativity and set you apart from the rest!

Our campus is located in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh’s Cultural District---at the forefront of many of Pittsburgh’s top hotels and restaurants. Opportunity abounds at Pennsylvania Culinary Institute!

 

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