Cabarrus County Schools

A group of culinary arts students are gathered in a kitchen.

Academy of Hospitality & Tourism

For students that enjoy an exciting and hands-on learning environment in the fields of marketing and culinary arts.

Academy of Hospitality & Tourism

For students that enjoy an exciting and hands-on learning environment in the fields of marketing and culinary arts.

Curriculum Overview

Skills Developed

Students gain practical experience in event planning, customer service, culinary techniques, marketing strategies, and sustainable tourism practices.

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Potential Careers

Event Planner

Chef

Hotel Manager

Culinary Arts Instructor

Food Service Director

$45,000 Average Starting Salary

$85,000 Average Experienced Salary

Course Offerings

Restaurants & Food/Beverage Service
Travel & Tourism

Application Process

Program Contacts

Interested in learning more about our Academy of Hospitality & Tourism?
Contact the school below to schedule a meeting.

Concord High

Kisha Watson kisha.watson@cabarrus.k12.nc.us Gordon Thacker gordon.thacker@cabarrus.k12.nc.us

Partner with the Future Workforce

Connect with Cabarrus County Schools to explore how your business can support and benefit from real-world
learning experiences—like internships, paid work-based learning, lunch and learns, and student field trips.

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