Culinary Arts Program – Now Accepting Applications for February 2026!

R.B. Russell Vocational High School | Winnipeg School Division

Ready to kickstart your culinary career?
We’re now accepting applications for our next Culinary Arts Program, beginning February 2026! Be one of the first to secure your spot in this exciting, hands-on training experience designed to prepare you for success in the culinary industry.

Start Date: February 2026

Program Duration: February 2026 – January 2027

Schedule: Monday to Friday | 7:30 AM – 1:15 PM

Program: Pre-Industry Training – Culinary Arts Diploma

Why Choose R.B. Russell’s Culinary Arts Program?

Tuition-free for Winnipeg School Division residents

Red Seal certified instructors

Earn 1,350 hours toward your Level 1 Apprenticeship

Hands-on training in a professional kitchen environment

2-week practicum in the local culinary industry

Our graduates work in top kitchens across Winnipeg!

What You’ll Learn:

Knife skills, meat, poultry, and seafood preparation

Stocks, soups, sauces, and garde manger

Baking and pastry fundamentals

Menu planning, cost control, and inventory management

Professionalism, teamwork, and kitchen safety

To Qualify:

Must live within the Winnipeg School Division

Criminal Record Check & Child Abuse Registry Check required when you have been accepted

Ready to apply?
Email Chef Michael at mlindberg@wsd1.org
to request your application or for more information.

Don’t wait — spaces fill quickly! Start your culinary journey this February 2026 and train for an exciting future in the food industry.