Top Cook & Culinary Chef Institutes in Bengaluru (2026)
Compare Food Production, Bakery & QSR kitchen tracks. One form → multiple institutes.
Why train as a Cook / Commis Chef in Bengaluru?
Bengaluru has a high mix of tech-park cafeterias, QSR chains, cloud kitchens, pubs/microbreweries, cafés, and premium hotel kitchens. Areas like Indiranagar, Koramangala, HSR, MG Road/Church Street, ORR–Bellandur, Whitefield, and Electronic City drive steady weekday demand, while weekends/events add extra covers. This is ideal for entry-level roles where speed, hygiene, prep discipline, and station work matter.
- Starter roles: Kitchen Helper, Commis Trainee, Line Cook Trainee, Pantry/Garde Manger Assistant, Bakery Assistant, QSR kitchen crew
- What fuels demand: office lunches (ORR/Whitefield/E-City), nightlife belts (MG Road/Indiranagar), delivery kitchens (HSR/Sarjapur), events & wedding season
- Fast growth if you’re consistent: prep → station responsibility → section assistant → Commis I/II
- Best for: people comfortable with heat, standing hours, teamwork, and shift work
- Common specialisations: Bakery & pastry, continental basics, South Indian, volume cooking/catering, QSR operations
Fee Range (Bengaluru) — Indicative (2026)
Certificate (3–6 months): ₹25,000 to ₹80,000 total (varies by hands-on hours & kitchen access).
Diploma (6–12 months): ₹60,000 to ₹2.5 lakh total (private academies & hotel-school style programs).
Premium chef-led programs: can be higher (verify kit, assessment, and refund rules).
- Extra costs to confirm: uniform, shoes, knives/toolkit, consumables, exam/assessment fees, ID card, optional FoSTaC.
- Typical kit range: often ₹3,000–₹12,000 depending on academy and inclusions (ask for written list).
- Placement support: clarify what they actually do (interviews / referrals) vs “guarantee”.
Always ask for a written fee breakup + batch schedule before paying. If a centre refuses transparency, it’s a red flag.
Ask for fee breakupUpcoming Intakes (Bengaluru)
- Many centres run new batches every 4–6 weeks (some monthly).
- Bakery/pastry cohorts may have fixed start dates (limited seats due to oven/lab capacity).
- Hiring demand rises before festival + wedding + year-end seasons; short “kitchen basics” batches appear then.
Keep Aadhaar, latest marksheet, 2 photos, and a bank account ready. Hot kitchen work is physically demanding — expect standing hours and strict hygiene rules.
Top Cook & Culinary Institutes in Bengaluru — 2026
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Institute of Hotel Management — Bengaluru (IHM)
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Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (RUAS) — Hospitality
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Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology (AIHMCT)
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AIMS Institutes — Hospitality
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The Oxford College of Hotel Management — Bengaluru
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Garden City University — Hospitality
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T. John College — Hotel Management
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Koshys Institute of Hotel Management (KIHM)
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JAIN (Deemed-to-be University) — Catering / HM Pathways
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ITI / NSQF Pathways — Food Production / Bakery (Verify)
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APCA India — Culinary & Pastry (Bengaluru campus)
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Bangalore Culinary Academy (BCA) — Culinary Programs
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How It Works — Cook & Culinary Admissions (Bengaluru)
Apply once for Bengaluru. We match your profile to relevant Cook & Culinary training centres. Shortlisted institutes contact you directly.
1) Submit the City Application
Share your education, interest area and preferred localities. One free form lets the right Cook academies review your profile.
2) We Share With Matching Centres
Your details go only to centres aligned to your track (Food Production, Bakery, Garde Manger, Continental basics) and your readiness for kitchen OJT.
3) Shortlisting and Next Steps
If shortlisted, expect a call/WhatsApp for counselling, kit list (knives/uniform), fee breakup and your batch start date.
- Bring Class 10/12 marksheets, Aadhaar, PAN (if available) and two photos.
- Ask for a written breakup covering tuition, kit (knives/uniform), assessments, internship/OJT and placement support.
- By applying, you consent to share your details with relevant culinary academies for admission and placement.
FAQs — Cook & Culinary Courses in Bengaluru (2026)
Who can join a Cook/Culinary course in Bengaluru?
Most entry-level certificates accept 10th/12th pass. Some allow 8th/10th for kitchen basics. Age is commonly 16–18+ depending on institute and work rules. Final eligibility varies by academy and employer policy.
What is the difference between Cook course vs Bakery & Pastry?
Cook/Food Production focuses on hot kitchen, prep, station work, volume cooking, and service speed. Bakery & Pastry focuses on baking science, doughs, cakes, chocolate, and oven work. If you’re veg-only or prefer cooler sections, bakery/cold kitchen often fits better.
Do you guarantee placement after the course?
No. We route your form to institutes that offer placement assistance (interviews/referrals). Hiring depends on your attendance, skills, interview performance, and openings. Always ask partners for written placement support terms.
What jobs can I realistically get after 3–6 months?
Common entry roles: Kitchen Helper, Commis Trainee, Line Cook Trainee, Pantry/Garde Manger Assistant, Bakery Assistant, or QSR kitchen crew. Hotels may require stronger fundamentals; QSR/cloud kitchens can hire faster if you handle speed + hygiene.
What starting salary can I expect in Bengaluru?
Entry pay varies widely by employer type, locality, and shift/overtime. Many beginners see roughly ₹12k–₹20k/month as a starting band, with overtime/tips sometimes extra. Premium hotels can be higher but expect stricter standards. Treat any fixed number as “estimate”, not a promise.
Are night shifts compulsory in kitchen jobs?
Not always, but many kitchens run late. Being open to evening/weekend shifts improves hiring speed. If you need day-only, tell us early so we route you to suitable partners (canteens, some QSR formats, some bakery roles).
If I’m veg-only, can I still build a career?
Yes — especially in bakery, cold kitchen, veg restaurants, and some corporate kitchens. However, many hotel/airline catering kitchens expect non-veg handling for wider sections. Share your preference upfront.
What should I verify before paying an institute?
Ask for: fee breakup, refund policy, batch size, hands-on kitchen hours/week, equipment list, kit/uniform list, OJT location & duration, and the certificate type you receive. If they avoid giving this in writing, skip.
Do I need FoSTaC/FSSAI training as a student?
Individuals usually don’t need an FSSAI licence. Many employers prefer food safety awareness; some nominate staff for FoSTaC after joining. For you, focus on hygiene, temperature control, cross-contamination prevention, and safe storage.
Which Bengaluru areas have more kitchen jobs?
Openings tend to cluster around Indiranagar, Koramangala, HSR, MG Road/Church Street, ORR–Bellandur, Whitefield, and Electronic City. Delivery kitchen hubs change fast, so we match by your locality + shift readiness.