20%
Theory
Techniques, food science, safety, organization, food cost and the foundations needed to understand the profession.
Congusto Institute
Why Congusto
Professional culinary training built around practice, method and real industry experience.
Our teaching methodA school for the profession
You do not learn this job by watching. You learn by doing.
At Congusto, technical knowledge becomes professional skill through practical training, continuous exercise and direct contact with the food and hospitality industry.
The Congusto Method
Knowledge, practice and professional experience
Our programmes combine essential theory with intensive practical training. Students work in professional kitchens, follow a structured method and learn from instructors who are active in the industry.
70%
Practical training
Laboratory work, exercises, production, service simulations and continuous application of the skills learned.
10%
Industry experience
Internships, project work, educational visits and direct contact with restaurants, hotels and partner companies.
How you learn
A method designed for real work
Learn by doing
Practical training is part of the course from the first weeks.
Industry professionals
Chefs, pastry chefs, bakers and managers who work in the sector.
Small groups
Every student has the space and time to work directly.
Professional kitchens
Training takes place in laboratories designed for professional practice.
Internship
Students apply their skills in restaurants, hotels and partner companies.
Career Service
Support continues from training to entry into the job market.
About us
Professional culinary training in Milan since 2003
Congusto Institute is a professional training school accredited by Regione Lombardia and certified UNI EN ISO 9001. It is part of the Italian Gourmet network and connects education, food culture, companies and professionals from the hospitality industry.
23+
Years of experience
5
Professional labs
20K+
Students trained
95%
Employment rate
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