01 / LEARN FROM THE BEST
Learn from chefs.
Build your foundation through expert guidance, practical demonstrations and hands-on training from day one.
CHEF-LED CULINARY EDUCATION · CHANDIGARH
Master the Skill.
Build the Discipline.
Become Industry Ready.
Professional culinary education in Chandigarh, built around hands-on training, industry exposure and expert mentorship—designed for the next generation of chefs and hospitality leaders.
CHEF-LED|HANDS-ON TRAINING|INDUSTRY EXPOSURE|CAREER FOCUSED
01 / THE CULINARY SCHOOL
The Kitchen is
our Classroom.
The World is our Stage.
We blend time-honoured culinary techniques with modern practice, real kitchen experience and industry exposure, all under one roof.
Learn more than
recipes.
Great chefs understand ingredients, technique, timing, teamwork and the discipline behind every plate. Our learning experience is designed to build those instincts through structured education and repeated practice.
ROOTED IN
HERITAGE
DRIVEN BY
KNOWLEDGE
INSPIRED BY
PASSION
SHAPING GLOBAL
GASTRONOMY
COMMITED TO A
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
02 / WHY CMG
We nurture potential.
Ignite passion.
Shape the profession.
We develop the skills, discipline and perspective that help students grow into accomplished hospitality professionals.
02 / TRAIN THROUGH PRACTICE
Make practice your advantage.
From knife skills and cooking methods to plating and kitchen workflow, repetition builds confidence, precision and instinct.
03 / EXPERIENCE THE INDUSTRY
See where your skills can take you.
Understand professional kitchens, hospitality standards and the many career paths available to you.
04 / BUILD YOUR FUTURE
Skills that stay with you.
Develop culinary, professional and interpersonal skills that prepare you for your first kitchen and the opportunities ahead.
03 / THE MENTOR
Meet our Culinary
Mastermind
Experience matters. Chef Manjit Gill brings a career of culinary leadership and mentorship into the learning environment.
CHEF PROFILE
Chef Manjit Gill
CHEF · MENTOR · INDUSTRY LEADER
Chef Manjit Gill has been at the forefront of India's culinary evolution—as a chef, culinary leader, restaurateur, author, educator, international judge, advocate for culinary heritage and mentor to generations of hospitality professionals.
Built on decades of culinary leadership and mentorship, Chef Manjit Gill’s vision is to create more than skilled cooks—to shape chefs who understand the craft, think like professionals, lead with confidence and have the discipline to thrive in the industry.
01CHEF-LED LEARNING
02INDUSTRY MINDSET
03MENTORSHIP
04 / PROGRAMMES
Professional qualifications.
Built for the industry.
Approved CTH Teaching Centre
CTH LEVEL 3 · DIPLOMA
Culinary Arts
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT TO LEARN
Build professional kitchen confidence through knife skills, Indian and international cookery, stocks and sauces, food production, plating, kitchen safety, menu planning and costing.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Corporate Chef · Cluster Chef · Executive Chef · Culinary Entrepreneur · Restaurant Owner · Cloud Kitchen Founder · Food Stylist · Culinary Start-up Founder
45 CREDITS · 350 GLH
CTH LEVEL 3 · DIPLOMA
Confectionery & Patisserie
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT TO LEARN
Explore the precision behind breads, cakes, pastries, desserts and confectionery. Learn baking science, doughs, creams, chocolate work, finishing, decoration and bakery production.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Executive Pastry Chef · Artisan Baker · Cake Artist · Chocolatier · Dessert Curator · Bakery Entrepreneur · Boutique Patisserie Founder · Luxury Wedding Cake Designer
45 CREDITS · 350 GLH
CTH LEVEL 2 · CERTIFICATE
Professional Restaurant Front of House Service
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT TO LEARN
Learn to create memorable guest experiences through restaurant setup, menu knowledge, table and banquet service, communication, grooming, billing awareness and service recovery.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Restaurant Owner · F&B Operations Manager · Restaurant Consultant · Guest Experience Manager · Banquet Director · Hospitality Entrepreneur · Service Excellence Trainer
22 CREDITS · 155 GLH
CTH LEVEL 2 · AWARD
Professional Barista
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT TO LEARN
Master the rhythm of a modern café: bean knowledge, espresso extraction, milk texturing, café beverages, basic latte art, equipment care and polished counter service.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Specialty Barista · Coffee Curator · Café Experience Executive · Coffee Trainer · Café Operations Lead · Coffee Cart Founder · Café Entrepreneur
9 CREDITS · 25 GLH
CTH LEVEL 2 · CERTIFICATE
Professional Bartending
WHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT TO LEARN
Develop confident beverage-service skills: bar setup, glassware, mocktail and cocktail methods, flavour balance, garnishing, guest engagement, inventory awareness and responsible service.
CAREER PATHWAYS
Mixologist · Beverage Curator · Bar Manager · Beverage Consultant · Lounge Operations Lead · Event Bar Specialist · Mobile Bar Founder · Hospitality Start-up Founder
13 CREDITS · 70 GLH
05 / CAMPUS & EXPERIENCE
Inside the kitchen.
Your learning environment matters. See where the training happens and what a day at CMG feels like.
LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Hands-on training.
Practical sessions, demonstrations, workshops and collaborative kitchen work.
FACILITIES
Spaces made for practice.
Professional kitchens, training areas and the infrastructure needed for focused culinary learning.
06 / CAREERS
Learn here.
Work anywhere.
From hotels and restaurants to cruise lines, bakeries, food businesses and entrepreneurship, the right training opens multiple doors.
Hotels
HOSPITALITY
Restaurants
FOOD SERVICE
Cruise lines
GLOBAL CAREERS
Patisserie
BAKING & PASTRY
Food business
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Leadership
FUTURE CHEFS
07 / GLOBAL RECOGNITION
CTH
Qualifications
CTH qualifications are recognised and valued across a growing network of countries, institutions and universities, creating opportunities to progress your hospitality career internationally.
08 / SHOUT-OUT FROM THE INDUSTRY
Industry’s outlook
about CMG School of
Culinary Arts
Hear from industry professionals on the skills, discipline and practical experience that help aspiring chefs succeed in professional kitchens.
“
The success of any educational institution relies on the individual who is heading the operations. Chef Gill in his long standing career has been well known for his skills, ethics and service to the Culinary profession. He will surely train great assets for the Hospitality Industry
Chef Sudhakar N Rao
Chef
“
Chef Gill is a visionary and it is a delight to see his vision coming to life with his 1st ever, state of the art- Culinary School in Chandigarh. The students training here are bound to have a great head start in the industry!
Chef Kamal Kant Pant
Chef
“
One of the biggest culinary institute attached to a 5-star hotel, where the students will train directly under Chefs and work in Hospitality Set-up. With the expertise of Chef Gill they will pass out Industry Ready!
Chef M.S. Gupta
Chef
09 / ADMISSIONS
Questions before
you apply?
Explore the details of applying to CMG School of Culinary Arts, from programme choices and eligibility to training and next steps.
Who can apply?
Anyone who is 16 years old or above and has successfully completed 10+2 (Senior Secondary) or an equivalent qualification can apply.
Why should I choose a CTH qualification?
CTH qualifications are recognized and valued across a growing global network of employers, institutions and universities, creating opportunities to progress your hospitality career internationally.
What is the fee for the programme?
Programme fees vary based on the specific CTH qualification, level and duration chosen. Please contact our admissions team or request a call back for complete fee schedules and installment options.
Is an internship provided?
Yes, practical industry internships are integrated into our professional diploma pathways to give students real-world operational experience in commercial kitchens and luxury hospitality venues.
Is placement assistance provided?
Yes, our dedicated career cell provides interview preparation, portfolio building and placement support connecting learners directly with leading hotels, restaurants and culinary brands.
Will I receive a CTH qualification?
Yes, on successful assessment completion, you will receive an internationally accredited qualification awarded directly by the Confederation of Tourism & Hospitality (CTH), UK.
What career opportunities are available after completing the programmes?
Career opportunities include executive chef, pastry specialist, artisan baker, café owner, restaurant manager, mixologist, food stylist, luxury hospitality consultant, or launching your own food business.
How can I apply?
You can apply by filling out the Request Call Back form below, calling our admissions office at +91 1762 418 746, or scheduling a visit to our Chandigarh campus.
Request Call Back
10 / START YOUR JOURNEY
Ready to take
the first step?
Tell us what you want to learn and where you want to go.
Our admissions team will help you find the right programme.