Gelisim News

The leading chefs of the future are from IGU!

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar Egeli, Coordinator of Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Gastronomy Departments, answered the questions of the Gastronomy Journal. Stating that sustainability is given importance in Istanbul Gelisim University and its kitchens, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar Egeli also mentioned there are definite rules in many areas from stocking waste oils to separating waste products in kitchens where future chefs are trained.

“SUSTAINABILITY IS OUR FIRST PRIORITY BOTH AT OUR UNIVERSITY AND OUR KITCHEN!”

Three different Gastronomy and Culinary Arts undergraduate programs at Istanbul Gelisim University, accredited by AQAS (Agency for Quality Assurance), one of the leading accreditation institutions in Germany, continue to provide qualified training to the leading chefs of the future.  Istanbul Gelisim University Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Department attracts great attention with its practical courses and creating active professional experiences. Answering the questions of the Gastronomy Journal recently, IGU Gastronomy Departments Coordinator Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar Egeli said:

“We have full-fledged practice kitchens in three different blocks of our university. Our practice courses are usually given by chefs who have experience in the industry and are still active. In addition to basic Turkish and world cuisine applications, there are also different applications that will enable students to discover their interests and highlight their creativity. Moreover, sustainability is our top priority, both in our university and in our kitchens. Our curricula also include compulsory and elective courses for sustainability. Furthermore, special attention is paid to product use and waste management in order to prevent waste in our applied courses. We have strict rules in our kitchens, particularly on the storage of waste oils, actions to reduce water waste and the separation of waste products.”

“INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DEMANDS FROM THE SECTOR TO OUR UNIVERSITY”

The gastronomy sector has become more popular recently, especially with the influence of the media. The food and beverage industry will continue its continuity as long as human beings exist. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar Egeli indicated the following: “Our young people rightly think that they can find a job in this sector more easily. The cooperation of Istanbul Gelisim University with the sector and the academicians who are in the sector, provide benefits to our students both as an internship opportunity and as a job opportunity.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Serdar Egeli stated the Career Development Center within the university is working to meet the demands from the sector. He also added that with the guidance given by the Career Development Center, students can gain industry experience before their graduation.

You can find the interview published in the Gastronomy Magazine here.