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The Redler Institute of Culinary Arts

As the premier culinary arts program in the region, the Redler Institute of Culinary Arts is where the next great chefs learn everything from the latest professional techniques and how to cook diverse global cuisines to hospitality and business management skills.

At the Redler Institute, students of all stripes are immersed in the world of culinary arts, with classes including Kitchen Essentials, Pastry Arts and Menu Development.

Step 1: Tour the Building

Start your culinary career by visiting the state-of-the-art Redler Institute of Culinary Arts facility in Andover, KS. Schedule a tour below.

Step 2: Master the Basics

Our curriculum is built on the fundamentals—from heat transfer methods and knife skills to equipment identification and operation.

Step 3: Understand the Business

Learn about the importance of food purchasing, food and beverage management, safety regulations and how to manage finances.

Step 4: Build Your Career

With a culinary degree or certificate from Butler you’ll be able to step into any professional kitchen with every tool you need to succeed.

A Great Place to Learn

The Redler Institute Building

Experience a culinary classroom unlike any other as you learn to prepare diverse dishes in a supportive, professional environment featuring top-of-the-line equipment, two learning kitchens, two classrooms, a produce garden and an elegant indoor/outdoor dining area.

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    Degree and Certificate Options

    Culinary Arts (Associate of Applied Science)

    Program Length

    60 - 61 Credit Hours

    Culinarian Certificate (Certificate A)

    Program Length

    16 Credit Hours

    Sous Chef/Food Truck Entrepreneurship/Event Management (Certificate B)

    Program Length

    31 Credit Hours

    Sous Chef/Food Truck Entrepreneurship (Certificate C)

    Program Length

    45 - 46 Credit Hours

    Faculty and Staff

    Les Padzensky

    Director
    Phone: 316.371.4439
    Email: lpadzens@butlercc.edu

    Ethan Moulds

    Head Culinary Instructor
    Phone: 316.322.3349
    Email: emoulds@butlercc.edu

    Guided by Industry

    Meet Our Advisory Board

    A group of respected industry professionals support and advise Redler Institute faculty and staff in order to maintain the strongest curriculum so our graduates are ready to join the culinary workforce.

    Chef Bobby Lane - Board Chair
    Scott Redler - President, Mokas Coffee and Eatery
    BJ Hunt - Executive Member/Business Operations, Walnut River Brewing Co.
    Beth Bower - Chairwoman, American Institute of Wine & Food, Inc. Wichita Chapter
    Lisa Graham - Director of Pro Start and Member Communications, Kansas Restaurant and Hospitality Association
    Dani Anthony - Lead SEM Instructor, Butler Community College
    Amanda Ayesh - General Manager, Hampton Inn and Suites

    Career Information

    Grizzlies on the Go

    The Grizzly Grub Food Truck

    The Grizzly Grub food truck is currently being implemented into the Redler Institute curriculum via a food truck certificate pathway, with the goal of giving students a hands-on experience serving delicious hot dishes to the Wichita metro area. More info to come!

    Get Involved

    Become an Ambassador

    The objective of the Student Ambassadors organization is to enhance educational opportunities outside of the classroom. Ambassadors will gather for school, community, and social activities to gain insight into the real world experiences our industry offers.

    Schedule a Tour

    Contact Administrative Assistant Stacy Baxter to schedule a tour of the Redler Institute of Culinary Arts building in Andover, KS.

    Contact Form

    Let Culinary Enrollment Coach Jacqueline Strunk guide you through the entire application process by filling out this form. You can also contact Jacqueline directly at 316.323.6296 or jstrunk5@butlercc.edu.