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International Externships Opportunities
Students attending any of our programs have the opportunity to participate in an international or domestic study tour during their 10-Week Practicum.
International Practicum Sites include countries such as France, Mexico, or Canada. Domestic sites include Practicum Affiliates’ locations in Texas, Louisiana, and California.
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Ranked #1 Culinary Arts College By Niche.com 4 Years
The NICHE ranking company lists the best culinary arts colleges in the U.S. every year and ranked Lenotre #1 in America for 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2024!
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A Legendary Name for Your Culinary Arts College
For three generations, the LENOTRE® name has been internationally recognized for outstanding cuisine and pastry.
The CULINARY INSTITUTE LENOTRE® college is not just a legendary name; it's a student's passport for a successful career.
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Flexible Scheduling And Small Class Size
CIL is dedicated to a low student-teacher ratio with an average of 12-1 in kitchen labs.
Classes meet for 4 hours and 45 minutes Monday to Thursday and students can choose the morning, afternoon or evening shift.
Academic classes are held as hybrid-online or in-person.
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International Chefs
Get technical guidance from our full time chefs who average many years of experience in the industry, both in the U.S. and abroad.
Our goal is for our students to have close supervision from the same chef for each of your 10-week term levels.
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Le Bistro
The CULINARY INSTITUTE LENOTRE® is the proud home of Le Bistro, nestled at the heart of the institute.
Le Bistro offers our students the opportunity to experience the front and back of the house practices for many types of banquets and special events.
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Student Presentations
Students from every class present their dishes to a school audience once a week and share a seated complimentary meal together.
This community experience is unique to our school, which teaches a variety of international cuisines in addition to French Cooking, Baking and Pastry, and Hospitality and Restaurant Management.
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Employment Support
Our Career Services Department provides career assistance including support with resumé writing and interview skills for job placement.
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Lucet
This is a complimentary concierge service where students and their families, at no cost to the student, can connect with Lucet’s care specialists who provide personalized support for navigating behavioral health and overall well-being concerns.
Lucet delivers trusted, one-on-one guidance through experienced care navigators, evidence-based resources, and assistance connecting with the right healthcare providers—helping students and families access the most appropriate and effective care options available.
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Engaging Students In Over 320 Recipes
Most of the student’s time in the kitchen lab is hands-on, enabling them to best learn individual skill sets. This intense practice helps students learn over 320 recipes and skills.
Our Stewards take care of cleaning pots and pans and not our students so that they can utilize their time for learning.
Tatiana has done it again! We love seeing our students sharing their culinary school journey on their platforms! This is a beautiful take of one of our recent graduation ceremonies.
A culinary education isn’t your typical higher education experience. It’s fast-paced, hands-on learning that sharpens your skills, broadens your creativity, and provides a life-long community.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, @tatiana.lecreates!
#LenotreHouston #CulinaryCareers #HospitalityCareers #Houston #FutureChefs #HoustonSchools #CulinaryInstituteLenotre #CulinarySchoolsOfAmerica
Tatiana has done it again! We love seeing our students sharing their culinary school journey on their platforms! This is a beautiful take of one of our recent graduation ceremonies.
A culinary education isn’t your typical higher education experience. It’s fast-paced, hands-on learning that sharpens your skills, broadens your creativity, and provides a life-long community.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us, @tatiana.lecreates!
#LenotreHouston #CulinaryCareers #HospitalityCareers #Houston #FutureChefs #HoustonSchools #CulinaryInstituteLenotre #CulinarySchoolsOfAmerica
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Chef Brian at LENOTRE shows you how to prepare a flavorful chicken breast roll—from start to finish.
Watch the full video on our Youtube channel 👉@culinaryinstitutelenotre1472
At LENOTRE, students master dishes like this every day in hands-on kitchens with expert chef instructors. Whether you dream of becoming a professional chef or want to refine your cooking at home, this step-by-step guide will sharpen your skills.
#LenotreHouston #LenotreEducation #CulinaryArts #HospitalityManagement #FutureChefs #HoustonFoodScene #CulinaryInstituteLenotre
Chef Brian at LENOTRE shows you how to prepare a flavorful chicken breast roll—from start to finish.
Watch the full video on our Youtube channel 👉@culinaryinstitutelenotre1472
At LENOTRE, students master dishes like this every day in hands-on kitchens with expert chef instructors. Whether you dream of becoming a professional chef or want to refine your cooking at home, this step-by-step guide will sharpen your skills.
#LenotreHouston #LenotreEducation #CulinaryArts #HospitalityManagement #FutureChefs #HoustonFoodScene #CulinaryInstituteLenotre
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𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 – 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝐌𝐚y 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐑𝐄!
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘨𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘵 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘬𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘴 𝘰𝘧𝘧 𝘢𝘵 𝟼:𝟹𝟶 𝘗𝘔. Friends and family are welcome!
Learn all about LENOTRE’s Bachelor of Science and Associate Degrees, our Diploma programs, as well as our many scholarships and Financial Aid options!
𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: 713-358-5055 | Link in bio!
𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 – 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝐌𝐚y 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐑𝐄!
𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘧 𝘨𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘵 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘴 𝘬𝘪𝘤𝘬𝘴 𝘰𝘧𝘧 𝘢𝘵 𝟼:𝟹𝟶 𝘗𝘔. Friends and family are welcome!
Learn all about LENOTRE’s Bachelor of Science and Associate Degrees, our Diploma programs, as well as our many scholarships and Financial Aid options!
𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬: 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟔, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: 713-358-5055 | Link in bio!
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✅Experienced Chef Instructors
✅State-of-the-Art Equipment
✅High-quality Ingredients
✅Passionate Peers
✅Hands-on Learning
Come see all that we have to offer at our next Open House 👉Link in bio!
✅Experienced Chef Instructors
✅State-of-the-Art Equipment
✅High-quality Ingredients
✅Passionate Peers
✅Hands-on Learning
Come see all that we have to offer at our next Open House 👉Link in bio!
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At 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐑𝐄, our 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 programs prepare you to lead in the kitchen or in business.
Learn advanced techniques, management skills, and global culinary insight — all in Houston’s most hands-on culinary college.
👉 Link in bio!
📅 Next Term: May 26, 2026
At 𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐑𝐄, our 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞 programs prepare you to lead in the kitchen or in business.
Learn advanced techniques, management skills, and global culinary insight — all in Houston’s most hands-on culinary college.
👉 Link in bio!
📅 Next Term: May 26, 2026
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Every year, LENOTRE hosts a 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 with @les_vergers_boiron_americas, and this year`s was one for the books! 🍰🍽️
This yearly competition, in partnership between Culinary Institute Lenotre and @les_vergers_boiron, is open to all active CIL Baking & Pastry students and Alumni. It is one of MANY competitions, showcases, and opportunities our students have to show off their skills and win!
Do you have what it takes to compete?
👉culinaryinstitute.edu
𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬: May 26, 2026
#CulinaryInstituteLenotre #LesVergersBoiron #DessertCompetition #Dessert #CulinaryCompetition #BakingAndPastry
Every year, LENOTRE hosts a 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 with @les_vergers_boiron_americas, and this year`s was one for the books! 🍰🍽️
This yearly competition, in partnership between Culinary Institute Lenotre and @les_vergers_boiron, is open to all active CIL Baking & Pastry students and Alumni. It is one of MANY competitions, showcases, and opportunities our students have to show off their skills and win!
Do you have what it takes to compete?
👉culinaryinstitute.edu
𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐦 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬: May 26, 2026
#CulinaryInstituteLenotre #LesVergersBoiron #DessertCompetition #Dessert #CulinaryCompetition #BakingAndPastry
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There are a lot of things to love about the Culinary Institute Lenotre, but 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵! ❤️
From faculty, chef instructors, and students alike, the beautiful humans that fill our halls are what make every day amazing!
Come meet the people who will help you reach your culinary goals at our next Open House 👉Link in bio!
#LenotreHouston #CulinaryCareers #HospitalityCareers #Houston #FutureChefs #HoustonSchools #CulinaryInstituteLenotre #CulinarySchoolsOfAmerica
There are a lot of things to love about the Culinary Institute Lenotre, but 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘰𝘱 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘵! ❤️
From faculty, chef instructors, and students alike, the beautiful humans that fill our halls are what make every day amazing!
Come meet the people who will help you reach your culinary goals at our next Open House 👉Link in bio!
#LenotreHouston #CulinaryCareers #HospitalityCareers #Houston #FutureChefs #HoustonSchools #CulinaryInstituteLenotre #CulinarySchoolsOfAmerica
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Staff Spotlight: Elsa Pina 🌟
Elsa has been with LENOTRE for 13 years in the financial aid department. She is passionate about helping students unlock opportunities and focus on what truly matters — their future. As Financial Aid Director, she’s dedicated to guiding families, expanding access, and supporting every step of the journey.
Outside the office, you’ll find her in the kitchen — cooking, creating, and enjoying time with her family. ✨
She believes that the Culinary Institute Lenotre is special because of its global externship opportunities and a supportive, mentorship-driven environment where students grow both professionally and personally.
Her advice to future chefs? Stay disciplined, master the basics, and never stop learning.
At LENOTRE, leaders like Elsa help create an environment where students thrive — in the classroom and beyond. 👏
Staff Spotlight: Elsa Pina 🌟
Elsa has been with LENOTRE for 13 years in the financial aid department. She is passionate about helping students unlock opportunities and focus on what truly matters — their future. As Financial Aid Director, she’s dedicated to guiding families, expanding access, and supporting every step of the journey.
Outside the office, you’ll find her in the kitchen — cooking, creating, and enjoying time with her family. ✨
She believes that the Culinary Institute Lenotre is special because of its global externship opportunities and a supportive, mentorship-driven environment where students grow both professionally and personally.
Her advice to future chefs? Stay disciplined, master the basics, and never stop learning.
At LENOTRE, leaders like Elsa help create an environment where students thrive — in the classroom and beyond. 👏
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🎶𝘛𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦! 𝘛𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘥!🎶
Our students recently had the opportunity to tour @DaikinPark, home of the Houston @Astros, and get an inside look at the stadium’s culinary operations. They visited VIP lounges, premium seating areas, private event rooms, and even the Astros’ break room!
We’re proud to share that four of our students received employment offers as a result of this visit!
Learn how you can get in on these career-making field trips at our next Open House👉 Link in bio!
#LenotreHouston #CulinaryCareers #HospitalityCareers #HoustonAstros #FutureChefs #HoustonSchools #CulinaryInstituteLenotre #DaikinPark
🎶𝘛𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘨𝘢𝘮𝘦! 𝘛𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘮𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘥!🎶
Our students recently had the opportunity to tour @DaikinPark, home of the Houston @Astros, and get an inside look at the stadium’s culinary operations. They visited VIP lounges, premium seating areas, private event rooms, and even the Astros’ break room!
We’re proud to share that four of our students received employment offers as a result of this visit!
Learn how you can get in on these career-making field trips at our next Open House👉 Link in bio!
#LenotreHouston #CulinaryCareers #HospitalityCareers #HoustonAstros #FutureChefs #HoustonSchools #CulinaryInstituteLenotre #DaikinPark
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This could be you, but you haven’t applied to Culinary Institute Lenotre yet! 😜
RSVP for our next free Open House on April 22nd to learn how you can travel abroad on one of our International Externships.
👉 Link in bio!
This could be you, but you haven’t applied to Culinary Institute Lenotre yet! 😜
RSVP for our next free Open House on April 22nd to learn how you can travel abroad on one of our International Externships.
👉 Link in bio!
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𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 + 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 = 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬!
Our Job Fair at LENOTRE brings leading Houston industry partners right to our campus — giving students the chance to network, explore opportunities, and take the next step in their culinary or hospitality journey.
RSVP for our next free Open House on April 22nd to learn more:
👉 Link in bio!
𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 + 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 = 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬!
Our Job Fair at LENOTRE brings leading Houston industry partners right to our campus — giving students the chance to network, explore opportunities, and take the next step in their culinary or hospitality journey.
RSVP for our next free Open House on April 22nd to learn more:
👉 Link in bio!
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Every month, we open our doors to prospective students who want to learn all about the Culinary Institute Lenotre! No pressure, no expectations, just all your culinary degree questions answered. 😊 Plus a delicious spread of chef-curated bites!
Learn all about LENOTRE’s Bachelor of Science and Associate Degrees, our Diploma programs, as well as our many scholarships and Financial Aid options. Friends and family are welcome!
𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟐𝐧𝐝, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 👉 Link in bio!
Every month, we open our doors to prospective students who want to learn all about the Culinary Institute Lenotre! No pressure, no expectations, just all your culinary degree questions answered. 😊 Plus a delicious spread of chef-curated bites!
Learn all about LENOTRE’s Bachelor of Science and Associate Degrees, our Diploma programs, as well as our many scholarships and Financial Aid options. Friends and family are welcome!
𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟐𝟐𝐧𝐝, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 👉 Link in bio!
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