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FIND YOUR COMMUNITY
MEET A CENTENNIAL STUDENT
KURT'S EXPERIENCES
Why did you decide to come to Canada from
the Philippines?
“I graduated high school in 2020. Due to the pandemic,
I stayed at home and was planning to go back to studying in
2021. I was thinking of taking a Psychology program in the
Philippines. But my cousin, who is residing in Toronto and is now
an alumni of Centennial College, told me that she was about to
graduate and encouraged me to apply.”
Why did you choose the Food and Beverage
Management program?
“I had a passion for food since I was a kid. I trained myself to
cook during the pandemic, and it made me choose food and
beverage as my field of study. When my cousin told me about
Centennial, I researched the college and the testimonials were
great. That’s why I only applied to Centennial — nowhere else!”
What new skills did you gain in Food and Beverage
Management?
“The program offers culinary courses that widened my knowledge
of cooking techniques and working in the kitchen safely. I didn't
have any idea about beverages, especially alcohol, but the
courses gave me knowledge about it. Now, I'm confident enough
to make you drinks for your upcoming party!”
How did Food and Beverage Management prepare
you for career success?
“Before coming to Centennial College, I was just a high school
graduate without any work experience and knowledge. This
program prepared me to enter the workforce, and it helped me at
my first-ever kitchen job. It feels like this program was designed
for me, and I am having so much fun in my career!”
Kurt Cobain Cenita
Graduate
Food and Beverage
Management
What has your career trajectory been since you graduated?
“Because of the skills I gained through the program, I got
promoted to a supervisor [at my workplace]. I am applying all
the lessons I learned about managing a restaurant, leadership,
and professionalism.”
What would you say to students considering
this program?
“You never know, you might be the next owner of a Michelin
Star restaurant! Aim high. Go to Centennial College, and you
will never go wrong!”
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