Former Student Comments

muzzy "Hawaii CC in Kealakekua exposed me to talented chefs all along the Gold Coast and to the idea that I could develop beyond being a line cook.

I worked with Chef Nobu, Alan Wong and other extremely talented culinarians.

Although cooking is my passion, the school showed me other facets of the hospitality industry.

Attaining my diploma was my first step in my life goal of becoming a restaurant entrepreneur."

“Muzzy”James Fernandez
Executive Chef, Jackie Rey’s Ohana Grill

"Working the big events was a way to be recognized by the executive chefs, pastry chefs, and sous chefs.

It helped find out what job openings were available. Menu planning and working as a team helped "

Joyce Mirashiro
Keei Cafe at Hokukano
joyce

curtis "I have gained so much by graduating from the Food Service Program at Hawaii Community College:

The increase in knowledge, the good will of the Aloha Spirit; coupled with the active practices of the program’s curriculum, gave me the confidence to achieve more than I thought was possible. "

Chef Curtis “Da Cook With Da Hook”
Fairmount Mana Lani

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