WHAT MAKES US SPECIAL

Learn — Francis Training Center
Where students absorb foundational knowledge, professional techniques and industry standards under the guidance of the teaching team. Focus: Theory · Basic techniques · Professional standards

Work — Francis Restaurant
Where students practice directly in a truly operating restaurant, serving real customers, under real pressure and pace. Focus: Real experience · Operational skills · Confidence
More than a trade — learning to grow up

Alongside craft skills, FRS focuses on nurturing students' soft skills and confidence through real experiences beyond the classroom:
●Extracurricular activities & outings — where students bond, open up and learn to work together.
●Exchanges and learning with partner organizations — a chance to engage with professional environments and broaden their career perspective.
●Regular chef and banquet-table decoration competitions at SECC — an arena where students test their skills, build character and shine with confidence on a big stage.
It is these experiences that help each young person become not only skilled in their trade, but also resilient, well-mannered and ready to integrate into the wider world.

Two pathways — one standard
The spirit of “learning by doing” takes shape in two training programs, suited to each young person. Behind every figure lie thousands of hours of rigorous training — so that no skill is ever left out.

Professional Vocational Program — AHK Academy
Trained on the German Federal Republic curriculum — 40% theory in the classroom, 60% practice in the restaurant.
●Duration: 3 years · For: ages 16–22
●Pathway: 18 months of study & practice at the school → 12 months of internship at a designated restaurant → 6 months of graduation preparation (2 exams: mid-term & final).
●Theory: 877 hours · Practice: 7,608 hours

College Program
A formal program awarding a nationally recognized college degree.
●Duration: 2.5 years (5 semesters) · For: high-school graduates
●Scope: 29 subjects / modules · 110 credits
●Specialization: 2,130 hours · Practice/internship/discussion: 1,613 hours · Theory: 789 hours · Testing & assessment: 163 hours

Student benefits
●Free room and board at the FRS dormitory during the training period.
●Health care from FRS and participation in extracurricular activities.
●Study and live in a professional, friendly and safe environment.
●Internships at large, professional restaurants and hotels.
●Guaranteed employment upon completing the course.
●Access to the alumni network for personal and professional development.