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The Redler Institute of Culinary Arts

As the premier Culinary Arts program in the region, the Redler Institute of Culinary Arts is where the next great chefs learn. You practice the latest professional techniques, diverse global cuisines, hospitality and business management skills.

At the Redler Institute, you're immersed in the world of culinary arts. With the in-class rigor and local community events you cater, you'll be ready for your professional culinary career.

You learn with industry-standard commercial kitchen equipment, dedicated pastry and savory kitchens and modern classroom instruction. We offer real-world experience in an elegant indoor/outdoor dining venue.

Have a competitive spirit? Our students have received competition invites that led to national and international levels.

Learn the Art and Science of Fine Dining

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic hospitality industry. Explore food and beverage inventory management, culinary math, food safety and sanitation. Develop creative menus and learn the fundamentals of launching and operating your own food truck business.

Step 1: Tour the Building

Start your culinary career by visiting the state-of-the-art Redler Institute of Culinary Arts facility in Andover, KS. Schedule a tour below.

Step 2: Master the Basics

Our curriculum is built on the fundamentals — from heat transfer methods and knife skills to equipment identification and operation.

Step 3: Understand the Business

Learn about the importance of food purchasing, food and beverage management, safety regulations and how to manage finances.

Step 4: Build Your Career

With a culinary degree or certificate from Butler you’re ready to step into any professional kitchen with every tool you need to succeed.

A Great Place to Learn

The Redler Institute

Prepare for a successful career in the culinary and hospitality industry. We offer hands-on training in a professional learning environment. You develop the industry expertise and experience needed for careers in restaurants, catering, food service management and food truck entrepreneurship.

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    Degree and Certificate Options

    Culinary Arts (Associate of Applied Science)

    Program Length

    60 - 61 Credit Hours

    Professional Culinary Arts (Certificate A)

    Program Length

    16 Credit Hours

    Professional Culinary Arts (Certificate B)

    Program Length

    31 Credit Hours

    Professional Culinary Arts (Certificate C)

    Program Length

    45 - 46 Credit Hours

    Certificate Information

    Interested in Culinary Arts but not quite ready to take on the degree pathway? We offer options to give you creative industry experience, restaurant management skills and event practice.

      Certificate A

      Fire up your career and get started in the industry! In just one semester, you earn the hands-on experience needed for an entry-level culinary position. Refine your culinary and pastry skills, learn the basics of culinary business and practice global cuisines. Learn to manage a food truck and keep your stations clean. Let us help you take your first step in a professional culinary setting. 

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      Certificate B

      Ready to learn industry skills needed for an entry-level position in culinary? From food truck operations to nutrition to event planning, our hands-on curriculum lets you explore the first steps into culinary arts. You practice pastry arts, sanitation, tourism customs and cuisines favorites. Learn the business side of the arts, such as budgeting, inventory and hospitality law. Put on your chef's hat, sharpen your knives and slice into your career! 

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      Certificate C

      Feel something great simmering on your culinary horizon? Learn industry standards like sanitation, nutrition and money management. Sift through food truck and event planning operations as you learn to carefully curate a menu. Explore global cuisines, kitchen designs and butchering techniques. Knead your passion with learned skills during your internship, giving you a real-world and hands-on experience.

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      Faculty and Staff

      Les Padzensky

      Director
      Phone: 316.371.4439

      Ethan Moulds

      Head Culinary Instructor
      Phone: 316.322.3349

      Guided by Industry

      Meet Our Advisory Board

      A group of respected industry professionals support and advise Redler Institute faculty and staff in order to maintain the strongest curriculum so our graduates are ready to join the culinary workforce.

      Chef Bobby Lane - Board Chair
      Scott Redler - President, Mokas Coffee and Eatery
      BJ Hunt - Executive Member/Business Operations, Walnut River Brewing Co.
      Beth Bower - Chairwoman, American Institute of Wine & Food, Inc. Wichita Chapter
      Lisa Graham - Director of Pro Start and Member Communications, Kansas Restaurant and Hospitality Association
      Dani Anthony - Lead SEM Instructor, Butler Community College
      Amanda Ayesh - General Manager, Hampton Inn and Suites

      Career Information

      Grizzlies on the Go

      The Grizzly Grub Food Truck

      The Grizzly Grub food truck is a fully operational extension of the Redler Institute. You can take a food truck certificate, giving you a hands-on experience serving delicious hot dishes to the Wichita metro area. We visit both the El Dorado and Andover campuses and the local community.

      Get Involved

      Become an Ambassador

      The objective of the Student Ambassadors organization is to enhance educational opportunities outside of the classroom. Ambassadors will gather for school, community and social activities to gain insight into the real world experiences our industry offers.

      Learn more about RICA Student Ambassadors

      Schedule a Tour

      Contact Administrative Assistant Stacy Baxter to schedule a tour of the Redler Institute of Culinary Arts building in Andover, KS.

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