Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland is the number one culinary arts school in Switzerland, and the only culinary school ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Learn from chef instructors trained in Michelin-starred kitchens and graduate with an internationally recognized Swiss qualification.
Our Programs
Study at the number 1 culinary school in Switzerland, the only culinary arts school ranked in the 2026 QS World University Rankings. Choose from 5 programs, train up to 1,100 hours in professional kitchens, and graduate with up to 2 paid internships. With 64+ nationalities on campus and 97% of students hired on graduation, you finish with the experience, network, and qualifications global employers look for.
Build a global foundation for your culinary career with hands-on chef training in a unique learning environment featuring 18 state-of-the-art kitchens, two paid international internships, and business-focused culinary education. Ideal for students who aspire to lead professional kitchens, drive culinary innovation, launch international brands, or open their own restaurants.
Learn MoreRefine your craft in pastry, bread, and chocolate through a hands-on program built for future professionals. With 2 paid internships and a flexible structure that awards a Swiss diploma at each stage, you gain real-world experience and the option to complete 1, 2, or 3 years toward your bachelor's degree.
Learn MoreAcquire the entrepreneurial skills to launch your own culinary business or lead top brands. In 1 year, you combine creativity with strategy through practical workshops, a real-world event you plan and manage, and a professional internship.
Learn MoreFast-track into professional kitchens with in-depth training in European and international styles and techniques. Study 1, 2, or 3 terms, earning a certificate, the Professional Swiss Diploma, or the Grand Diploma, and prepare for a career in restaurants, hotels, and culinary businesses.
Learn MoreFor those passionate about pastry, detailed training in European and international delicacies across purpose-built pastry, bakery, and chocolate labs. Study 1, 2, or 3 terms to earn a certificate, the Professional Swiss Diploma, or the Grand Diploma in Pastry, Bakery & Chocolate Arts.
Learn MoreWhat's Covered
From accommodation and meals to student support, everything is taken care of, so you can focus on your craft. Whichever program you choose, your enrollment covers everything below. Merit-based scholarships are available, ask our admissions team about your options.
Included in every program. For the full fee breakdown and scholarship options, speak with our admissions team.
Why Us
Small class sizes with direct one-on-one guidance from our chef instructors, who have worked in Michelin-starred restaurants and even cooked for royalty.
Train in 18 state-of-the-art kitchens across 2 campuses, with extensive hands-on learning and more time to master your craft.
Gain paid international internship experience while building the skills to become a chef, entrepreneur, or restaurant owner. 97% of students are hired on graduation, and 90% hold management roles or run their own business within 5 years.
Learn From the Best
Hands-on masterclasses with industry icons let you work side by side with legends of the culinary world, gaining valuable insider knowledge in the process. Recent guest chefs include:
Michelin & Green Star Chef
A masterclass in fine dining and sustainable gastronomy from one of the industry's most celebrated chefs.
The Queen of Macarons
A pastry masterclass in the art of the perfect macaron, from a world-renowned pastry talent.
Real Students. Real Success.
As part of Swiss Education Group, our graduates join one of the largest hospitality networks in the world, sharing advice and uncovering new opportunities across the globe.
Executive Chef at Alasia Hotel, Cyprus
Chef of the Year 2020 · Golden Hat 2023
Pastry Chef at Svedjan Bageri, Sweden
Culinary World Cup 2022 Winner
Stockholm Culinary Team, Sweden
Culinary Olympics Junior Team 2024
Owner & Chef at Saba Dining, Dubai
Why Study in Switzerland
Live and learn in a country with a rich culinary heritage, top-class vocational training, and world-famous chefs. Located in the heart of Europe and celebrated around the world, Switzerland is the perfect place to study culinary arts, and to build a career that travels with you.
N°1 country in the world to achieve your career goals
The largest number of Michelin-starred restaurants per capita, over 120 across the country
One of the top 10 safest countries in the world
The most business-friendly country in the world
The best country in the world to study hospitality, home to 7 of the top 10 schoolsYour Career, After Graduation
See the support you can expect and how a Swiss education opens doors worldwide. All programs are based in Switzerland. Merit-based scholarships are available, ask our admissions team about your options.
Every program is built around your future, in real-world experience, internship earnings and long-term employability.
The Campuses
Study on the shores of Lake Geneva in Le Bouveret or in the sunny Rhône Valley in Brig. Both campuses pair stunning Swiss settings with 18 state-of-the-art training kitchens and a training restaurant open to the public, giving you the perfect place to master your craft and launch a global culinary career.
A lakeside resort on Lake Geneva, home to the Apicius culinary center and the Mosimann Collection, with state-of-the-art kitchens and highly experienced chefs.
Nestled at the foot of the Alps in the Valais region, with modern facilities, inspiring spaces and the student-run Restaurant Alpina in town.
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