Culinary Arts Academy
A culinary school in Harare, Zimbabwe. Established in 2012 to offer practical, industry-focused training for the next generation of chefs.
A few words about the Academy
To provide quality, accessible culinary education that prepares students for real careers in the food and hospitality industry.
Founded in 2012, the Academy has grown into one of Zimbabwe's leading culinary training institutions. We offer certificate, diploma, and short course programmes in culinary arts, pastry and baking, and hospitality management.
Our graduates work in hotels, restaurants, lodges, and cruise liners across Africa and the world. Many have gone on to open their own establishments.
Our Mission
To provide quality, accessible culinary education that prepares students for real careers in the food and hospitality industry.
Our Vision
To be a leading culinary training institution in Zimbabwe, recognised for practical excellence and the success of our graduates.
Our Values
Discipline, craftsmanship, and respect — in the kitchen and beyond. We teach our students to cook with care and to lead with integrity.
Key milestones
Academy founded with 3 programmes and 40 students
First cohort graduates with City & Guilds certification
New training kitchens and pastry lab opened
Launched online learning and short course programmes
Reached 4,500 cumulative enrolments
Where our students train
Training Kitchens
Professional-grade kitchens for hot and cold production.
Pastry Lab
Dedicated space for baking, pastry, and chocolate work.
Theory Classrooms
Classrooms for food science, hygiene, and theory.
Library
Culinary textbooks and reference material.
Student Lounge
A place to rest, study, and eat between classes.
Restaurant Space
Training restaurant used for service practice.
Visit our campus
See the kitchens and meet the team.