Since its foundation in 1999, École Ducasse has become an internationally-renowned exponent of teaching culinary and pastry arts, driven by the vision and energy of the iconic chef Alain Ducasse.
Now part of Sommet Education, the world-leading hospitality management education group, we are delighted to bring our French savoir-faire and knowledge in culinary and pastry arts to a wider audience.
This six-month intensive training followed by three-month internship is designed for career-changers and entry-level professionals wishing to launch their career as a chef or to establish their own culinary concept. As such, it combines in-depth exposure to a variety of international cuisines with a strong focus on managerial and entrepreneurial skills.
The new École Ducasse flagship campus occupies a purpose-built 5,000 sq. m space in Meudon – an affluent Parisian suburb just 10km from the heart of France’s capital. As a state-of-the-art center for culinary education, the Paris Campus incorporates four technical areas for introductory culinary training, plus two for professional culinary training. The campus also features technical areas for pastry and bakery training, a sensory analysis room, and two restaurants open to the public.
The École Nationale Supérieure de Pâtisserie is located in Yssingeaux, in France’s Haute-Loire region. Founded in 1984, it is the school of reference in France – and globally – for professionals in pastry, bakery, chocolate, confectionary and ice cream arts. Housed within the imposing Château de Montbarnier, the school successfully combines heritage and modernity, offering a unique family atmosphere.
First of all I chose École Ducasse for Chef Alain Ducasse's reputation, expertise and philosophy. To me it appears that he founded one of the best schools in France. I recommend it to everyone for the high level of practice, the quality of the products students work with, the amazing expertise of the chef instructors and the passion of the fellow students we grow with each day!