Since 1999, we have been the school of choice for anyone serious about training in contemporary cooking.
“We are committed to your success from day one.”
We base our teaching on a combination of classical and modern cooking through contemporary concepts in a technique-based approach. Recipes are important but mastering skills involves hands-on learning. Our graduates can walk into any kitchen and feel right at home with the training they have received.
If you just want to learn to cook or bake better New School has a program, class or series for every skill level and area of interest from single-themed classes and series to our highly-regarded 20-week ProCooking and ProBaking.
If you are looking for a school for career-training in California it is important to ask if it is approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. This approval means the school meets the highest standards and the credential you earn is recognized by employers. Our full-time professional programs in culinary arts and baking and pastry arts are approved by the State of California. In fact, New School of Cooking is the only independent, State-approved culinary school in Los Angeles.
Culinary Arts Diploma Program- From classic cooking techniques to intricate culinary skills, we will teach you the skills needed to be successful in a professional culinary arts environment.
Baking and Pastry Diploma Arts- Our top-rated professional Pastry and Baking Arts program provides you with hands-on intensive instruction from industry-experienced chef instructors.
10- Week Cooking Series- Cooking series is designed to provide students with limited time and a serious interest in cooking with an intensive, hands-on experience that will instill confidence in the kitchen.
10- Week Baking Series- In our Baking series, you'll learn how to master every kind of confection, from cookies and cakes to croissants and candies.
One Day Workshops- Our one-day workshop classes are the perfect way to learn a new cuisine and technique in the kitchen.
4- Week Basic Cooking Series- This series focus on essential cooking techniques for beginners.