407.297.4900 ext 6192628 christopher.bates@ocps.net
Wekiva Culinary

Wekiva Culinary

Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts at Wekiva High School

  • About
    • What makes us “Premier”
    • Our Culinary Kids in the News
    • Courses
      • Culinary 1
      • Culinary Arts 2
      • Culinary Arts 3, Honors
      • Gastronomy and Culinary Management
    • Wekiva High School Website
    • Chef Christopher Bates
  • Students
    • Calendar
    • 2026 Orientation
      • 2026 Welcome Letter
      • Sign: Syllabus and Safety Contract
      • Pay: Culinary Equipment & Supply Fee
      • Uniforms
      • FAQs for New and Returning Students
    • Wekiva Culinary Internship Program
    • Future Students
      • Magnet Open House
      • How to Apply for a Spot in our Magnet
  • Competition
    • Welcome to the Winningest Culinary Team in Central Florida!
    • Regional and ProStart Competition
    • NASA HUNCH Culinary Competition
    • FCCLA
    • Universal Studios’ High School Culinary Arts Competition: Handheld Foods
  • Catering & Events
    • Christmas Cookie Gift Box Sale
    • Wekiva Fire – Unexpectedly Good Hot Sauce
    • Craveable Tapenade: Romesco Sauce
    • Boba Tea Cafe
    • Wekiva Culinary Chocolate Factory
    • Order Your Next Amazing Boxed Lunch Right Here
  • Learn
    • Get in the Kitchen: Safe Students, Safe Food
    • Getting Hired: the Culinary Students’ Guide to Finding Work
    • Customer Service Basics: Mastering the Art of Hospitality
    • Preparing for the Restaurant Management Challenge
    • Student Leadership
    • Food Safety Training
      • YouTube Food Safety Playlist, Study Guide, and Handouts
      • The Ins and Outs of Registering Your Account with ServSafe
      • The Gamification of Food Safety Review: Quizizz and Kahoots
      • Studying for the ServSafe Exam: Flashcard Extravaganza!
      • The Absolute BASICS: Review These ServSafe Elements to Pass the Exam
  • Cook
    • Culinary 1 Recipe Book
    • Culinary 2 Recipe Book
    • Culinary 3 Recipe Book
    • Culinary 4 Recipe Book
    • Cooking Methods
    • Make Your Own Ice Cream: Scoopable Art and Tasty Science
    • Catering and Volume Recipes
      • Mustang Fire Hot Sauce
      • Fudge for You, Fudge for a Friend: Exploring the Greatest American Candy
  • Contact Us
    • Our Students Need Your Support: How You Can Help
    • How to Get Involved: Sponsors and Donors
    • Volunteers, Parents, and Partners in Education
    • Culinary Advisory Board
    • How to Post Job Opportunities for our Students
  • Video Introductions to Wekiva Culinary
  • Video Introductions to Wekiva Culinary
407.297.4900 ext 6192628 christopher.bates@ocps.net
Wekiva Culinary

Wekiva Culinary

Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts at Wekiva High School

  • About
    • What makes us “Premier”
    • Our Culinary Kids in the News
    • Courses
      • Culinary 1
      • Culinary Arts 2
      • Culinary Arts 3, Honors
      • Gastronomy and Culinary Management
    • Wekiva High School Website
    • Chef Christopher Bates
  • Students
    • Calendar
    • 2026 Orientation
      • 2026 Welcome Letter
      • Sign: Syllabus and Safety Contract
      • Pay: Culinary Equipment & Supply Fee
      • Uniforms
      • FAQs for New and Returning Students
    • Wekiva Culinary Internship Program
    • Future Students
      • Magnet Open House
      • How to Apply for a Spot in our Magnet
  • Competition
    • Welcome to the Winningest Culinary Team in Central Florida!
    • Regional and ProStart Competition
    • NASA HUNCH Culinary Competition
    • FCCLA
    • Universal Studios’ High School Culinary Arts Competition: Handheld Foods
  • Catering & Events
    • Christmas Cookie Gift Box Sale
    • Wekiva Fire – Unexpectedly Good Hot Sauce
    • Craveable Tapenade: Romesco Sauce
    • Boba Tea Cafe
    • Wekiva Culinary Chocolate Factory
    • Order Your Next Amazing Boxed Lunch Right Here
  • Learn
    • Get in the Kitchen: Safe Students, Safe Food
    • Getting Hired: the Culinary Students’ Guide to Finding Work
    • Customer Service Basics: Mastering the Art of Hospitality
    • Preparing for the Restaurant Management Challenge
    • Student Leadership
    • Food Safety Training
      • YouTube Food Safety Playlist, Study Guide, and Handouts
      • The Ins and Outs of Registering Your Account with ServSafe
      • The Gamification of Food Safety Review: Quizizz and Kahoots
      • Studying for the ServSafe Exam: Flashcard Extravaganza!
      • The Absolute BASICS: Review These ServSafe Elements to Pass the Exam
  • Cook
    • Culinary 1 Recipe Book
    • Culinary 2 Recipe Book
    • Culinary 3 Recipe Book
    • Culinary 4 Recipe Book
    • Cooking Methods
    • Make Your Own Ice Cream: Scoopable Art and Tasty Science
    • Catering and Volume Recipes
      • Mustang Fire Hot Sauce
      • Fudge for You, Fudge for a Friend: Exploring the Greatest American Candy
  • Contact Us
    • Our Students Need Your Support: How You Can Help
    • How to Get Involved: Sponsors and Donors
    • Volunteers, Parents, and Partners in Education
    • Culinary Advisory Board
    • How to Post Job Opportunities for our Students

Smashburgers with Handmade Potato Chips & Freshly Baked Buns; Baked, Stuffed Apples

May 25, 2021 Chef Bates

Hamburger Seasoning Blend All-Purpose Seasoning for Ground Meats 1 tablespoon paprika1 ¼ teaspoons salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper½ teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper Add all ingredients to an…

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Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Ginger-Scented Rice and Banana Spring Rolls

May 25, 2021 Chef Bates

Chicken Lettuce Wraps PF Chang's Famous Lettuce Wraps, made (almost) the same as the restaurant. A great appetizer, but with the addition of white rice to the plate, an instant entree. FOR MARINADE½ cup soy…

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Ropa Vieja with Plantain Cups and Citrus Crema

May 25, 2021 Chef Bates

Ropa Vieja with Plantain Cups and Citrus Crema One of the most popular Cuban dishes in the world, Ropa Vieja, served in crispy, double-fried plantain cups with a light citrus crema ROPA VIEJA3 tbsp +…

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Shatter-Batter Chicken Tenders and Whipped Potatoes

May 25, 2021 Chef Bates

Shatter-Batter Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce Chef Nyesha Arrington's take on a fried food classic, super-cripsy fried chicken tenders marinated in buttermilk with a honey-mustard dipping sauce. For the Brine:10 Chicken tendersCanola oil3…

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Cooking Shoes

July 28, 2020 Chef Bates

The only extra thing students need to purchase: safe shoes for the kitchen and bakery.

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Chef Coats

July 28, 2020 Chef Bates

The Chef Coat Contract includes the agreement between Wekiva Culinary and students that govern how chef coats are issued, worn, cared for, and returned.

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OCPS REGIONAL COMPETITION RULES

January 4, 2020 Chef Bates

Links to all official rules utilized in judging events at the OCPS Regional Competition.

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Competition Practice Schedule

January 4, 2020 Chef Bates

Complete practice Schedule for the month of January with detailed day-of itinerary.

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Course Schedule

July 28, 2019 Chef Bates

Wekiva Culinary 1-4 Course Progressions: Textbook Content, Cooking Assignments, Recipes, Events, Assessments, and Certification Exams

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Culinary 2 Course Outline with Learning Topics, Standards Covered, and Recipes

July 22, 2019 Chef Bates

Overview of all topics covered during Culinary 2 – the Scope and Sequence of the course.

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Our ProStart Team Wins Nationals!

Wekiva Culinary Photo Journal: What we’ve been doing this year…

Visit Orlando! Comes to Wekiva Culinary

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Wekiva Culinary Magnet Information

Wekiva Culinary is now the Magnet Academy of Culinary Arts at Wekiva High School.

This means students from all over OCPS may apply to be admitted, regardless of what school they are zoned to attend. If your student is passionate about cooking and a career in the Culinary Arts, is interested in owning a restaurant one day, or is just curious about what the food and beverage industry is all about, apply for admission today!

You can always contact Program Director and Lead Instructor Chef Bates for more information. Email christopher.bates@ocps.net. To make sure your email is given a priority response, please put “magnet inquiry” in the subject heading of your email.

For more information, watch the orientation videos below.

For Future Parents

https://youtu.be/L44kcZGt_k0

For Future Students

https://youtu.be/NXDJsOMO2aE

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