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Role and Purpose of Detroit Institute of Gastronomy

Role and Purpose of Detroit Institute of Gastronomy

Role #

Detroit Institute of Gastronomy is an open door, institution offering quality career, technical, and academic courses in the State of Michigan for the student’s achievement of culinary industry credentialing in culinary arts. 

American Culinary Federation Educational Foundation (ACFEF) and the U.S. Department of Labor recognizes the need for structured training programs to maintain the highest level of skill and competency demanded in the food-service industry. A registered apprenticeship is the most practical and sound training system available to meet that need to develop individuals to be skilled culinary industry workers and to ensure industry an adequate supply of these skilled workers.

Purpose Statement #

The purpose of Detroit Institute of Gastronomy is to provide:

  • Hospitality programs up to one, two and three years in length leading to a certificate.
  • Hospitality programs leading directly to employment in semi-skilled and skilled occupations.
  • A continuing program of counseling and guidance designed to assist students in achieving their individual educational goals.
  • Workforce development programs designed to meet local and statewide needs.
Detroit Institute of Gastronomy

  • 2211 Gratiot Avenue
    Detroit, Michigan 48207

  • 313-312-4025

  • Office Hours:
    Mon. – Sat. 9:00am – 5:00pm EST

  • [email protected]

  • Website Accessibility Coordinator – [email protected]

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DIG is licensed in the State of Michigan as a non-profit, proprietary post-secondary education provider and recognized as a Registered Apprentice Program with the US-Department of Labor.

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Detroit Institute of Gastronomy is committed to a policy of non-discrimination. No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by Detroit Institute of Gastronomy on any basis prohibited by applicable law, including, but not limited to race, color, creed, age, marital status, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, status as a qualified disabled veteran or Vietnam era veteran or a person 40 years or older. Detroit Institute of Gastronomy will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity and will operate the program as required under Title 29 CFR Part 30.

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