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ACI Graduate Success

Celebrating the achievements of ACI graduates as they turn their culinary passions into successful careers.

ACI Graduate Success

For almost 25 years, Arizona Culinary Institute has proudly watched hundreds of graduates launch successful careers in the culinary world. Our alumni have gone on to work in some of the most acclaimed restaurants across the country, travel the globe, start their own businesses, and even compete on numerous culinary television programs. Their creativity, dedication, and passion continue to inspire us every day.

We invite all graduates to stay connected through our ACI Alumni Facebook page—share your milestones, inspire future culinarians, and let us celebrate your success with you!

Be sure to check out our video testimonials to hear firsthand what ACI has meant to our students and how their experience here helped shape their culinary journeys.

Some of Our Graduates..

Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Welcomes New Senior Sous Chef

Sheraton Phoenix Downtown has announced the appointment of Dominique St. Pierre as its new Senior Sous Chef, marking an exciting new chapter for the hotel’s acclaimed culinary program. In this leadership role, St. Pierre will oversee daily operations at Carcara, the hotel’s signature restaurant celebrated for its Sonoran-inspired dishes and locally sourced

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Torrus Massey

Sayde Auren

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  • At Arizona Culinary Institute, students learn by doing. Hands-on, fast-paced, and built for the professional kitchen. It’s serious training, but yes… it’s also a lot of fun. 👩‍🍳🔥
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  • A real kitchen. Real training.
Not lectures. Not demos.

This is what learning looks like at Arizona Culinary Institute — hands-on, fast-paced, and built for people who actually want to cook. 👩‍🍳🔥

If you’re serious about culinary, pastry, or baking, this is where it starts.

📅 Next start date: March 2, 2026
👀 Open House: March 14 | 9AM–12PM
📍 Scottsdale, AZ

👉 Schedule a tour and see the kitchen for yourself.

🔗 https://azculinary.edu/apply-online/schedule-a-tour/ 

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  • Kick off 2026 the right way. 👨‍🍳✨
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start fresh—this is it.

Culinary arts isn’t a trend.
People will always eat.
And the opportunities? Not going anywhere.

From professional kitchens and baking to hospitality, entrepreneurship, food media, and more, this is a career path that actually grows with you.

🍽️ Arizona Culinary Institute Open House
📅 Tomorrow — Saturday, January 31, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Tour the campus.
See the kitchens.
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  • 📅 Date: January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ

Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you!

Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026.

Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome!
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#CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
  • 📅 Date: January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ

Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you!

Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026.

Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome!
www.azculinary.edu

#CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
  • 📅 Date: January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ

Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you!

Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026.

Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome!

Www.azculinary.edu

#CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
  • Join Us for Our Open House!

📅 Date: January 31, 2026
⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ

Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you!

Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026.

Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome!

#CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
At Arizona Culinary Institute, students learn by doing. Hands-on, fast-paced, and built for the professional kitchen. It’s serious training, but yes… it’s also a lot of fun. 👩‍🍳🔥 📅 New classes start March 2, 2026 👀 Want to see the kitchen for yourself? 👉 Schedule a tour: https://azculinary.edu/apply-online/schedule-a-tour/ #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #CulinarySchool #FutureChef #TrainLikeAChef #HandsOnLearning #CulinaryLife #StudentLife #ScottsdaleAZ #PhoenixAZ
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A real kitchen. Real training.
Not lectures. Not demos.

This is what learning looks like at Arizona Culinary Institute — hands-on, fast-paced, and built for people who actually want to cook. 👩‍🍳🔥

If you’re serious about culinary, pastry, or baking, this is where it starts.

📅 Next start date: March 2, 2026
👀 Open House: March 14 | 9AM–12PM
📍 Scottsdale, AZ

👉 Schedule a tour and see the kitchen for yourself.

🔗 https://azculinary.edu/apply-online/schedule-a-tour/ 

#CulinarySchool
#FutureChef
#HandsOnLearning
#TradeSchool
#CareerFocused
#CulinaryLife
#ArizonaStudents
#HighSchoolToCareer
A real kitchen. Real training. Not lectures. Not demos. This is what learning looks like at Arizona Culinary Institute — hands-on, fast-paced, and built for people who actually want to cook. 👩‍🍳🔥 If you’re serious about culinary, pastry, or baking, this is where it starts. 📅 Next start date: March 2, 2026 👀 Open House: March 14 | 9AM–12PM 📍 Scottsdale, AZ 👉 Schedule a tour and see the kitchen for yourself. 🔗 https://azculinary.edu/apply-online/schedule-a-tour/ #CulinarySchool #FutureChef #HandsOnLearning #TradeSchool #CareerFocused #CulinaryLife #ArizonaStudents #HighSchoolToCareer
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Kick off 2026 the right way. 👨‍🍳✨ If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start fresh—this is it. Culinary arts isn’t a trend. People will always eat. And the opportunities? Not going anywhere. From professional kitchens and baking to hospitality, entrepreneurship, food media, and more, this is a career path that actually grows with you. 🍽️ Arizona Culinary Institute Open House 📅 Tomorrow — Saturday, January 31, 2026 ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Tour the campus. See the kitchens. Meet the chefs. Picture yourself here. Start the year doing something bold—and build a future that lasts. 🔗 www.azculinary.edu #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #CulinarySchool #OpenHouse #NewYearNewCareer #FutureChef #CulinaryArts #FoodCareers #ChefLife #CareerGoals #AZLife
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📅 Date: January 31, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you! Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026. Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome! www..azculinary.edu #CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
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📅 Date: January 31, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you! Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026. Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome! www.azculinary.edu #CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
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📅 Date: January 31, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you! Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026. Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome! Www.azculinary.edu #CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
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Join Us for Our Open House! 📅 Date: January 31, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: Arizona Culinary Institute, Scottsdale, AZ Curious about culinary arts? Whether you’re a prospective student, a food enthusiast, or just curious, come explore our vibrant campus, meet our talented instructors, and discover the delicious possibilities that await you! Plus, get a sneak peek at our upcoming classes starting March 2, 2026. Don’t miss out—everyone’s welcome! #CulinarySchool #ArizonaCulinaryInstitute #Foodies #ScottsdaleAZ #OpenHouse2026 #CulinaryArts #FutureChef #FoodEducation #CookingClasses #GourmetJourney
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