Cook smarter, not harder.

With expert-led video lessons, chef feedback, and practical skills you’ll use every day, Cook’s Roadmap helps you transform from a capable cook into a confident one—without feeling overwhelmed.
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Rouxbe Cook's Roadmap Course

Self-paced, online cooking course | Community feedback
Cook’s Roadmap is the ideal online cooking course for beginners and intermediate home cooks who want to take their skills to the next level. Designed to be approachable yet comprehensive, this self-paced program blends professional cooking techniques with simple, practical lessons you can apply right away in your own kitchen. You’ll learn how to prepare ingredients like a pro, cook with greater confidence, and bring more flavor, nutrition, and creativity to every meal—all with expert feedback from our chef instructors. 

Whether you’re a busy parent looking to make mealtimes easier, a holistic nutritionist building practical kitchen skills, or someone exploring a future in catering or a food truck, Cook’s Roadmap gives you the structure and support to reach your goals. As you progress, you can easily build on your skills with our Seafood Literacy course or Jacques Pépin: Cooking Techniques series for a complete, well-rounded cooking education for any aspiring cook. Affordable, flexible, and inspiring, this course is your gateway to cooking with skill, creativity, and joy.
Course Overview
  • 9 units | 25+ lessons | Over 170 tasks
  • More than 200 instructional technique videos
  • Personalized instructor support and grading from industry-leading chef educators
  • Certificate of completion upon graduating (must be completed within 9 months)
  • Lifetime access (excluding monthly subscription students)
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  • This course is approved across the industry for 52 CE hours with Association of Nutrition and Food Service Professionals.
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Meet Eric Wynkoop, one of your Cook's Roadmap chef instructors

Chef Eric Wynkoop brings over 20 years of professional culinary experience and international training to Rouxbe’s Cook’s Roadmap online cooking course. While the lessons are delivered through hands-on online videos and interactive activities, Eric and the chef team provide personalized feedback, review your work, and answer questions through your Rouxbe dashboard.

His expertise and approachable style help home cooks and beginner cooks build confidence, master essential cooking techniques, and fully engage with Rouxbe’s “learn by doing” approach to online cooking education.

What to expect from your Rouxbe online cooking course:

All courses are 100% online and available 24/7
Learn at your own pace, on your schedule with any internet-connected device with a camera for assessments. 
Your chef instructors have 125+ years of culinary experience
Your chef instructors are here to support, answer your questions, and provide feedback on assessments.
Plan to spend
about 12-15 hours per week
To complete the course on time, expect to spend up to 12-15 hours per week.  The good news? Most of the time is spent cooking!
Set yourself up for success
Make sure you have (most of) the suggested tools and equipment on hand so you are ready to dive into the assignments. 
How to graduate
Complete your course in 9 months with a grade of 75% or higher and you will earn your Certificate of Completion.
Our active online community is here for you
With over 1,000,000 students worldwide, our exclusive online community is ready to support your journey during and after class

Frequently asked questions

1. What is the best online cooking course for beginners? Cook’s Roadmap is Rouxbe’s step-by-step online cooking course for beginners and intermediate home cooks. It teaches essential techniques—like knife skills, sautéing, roasting, and flavor balancing—so you can cook confidently and creatively at home.

2. Can you really learn to cook online? Yes. With high-quality video lessons, personalized chef feedback throughout your lessons, and structured practice, online cooking courses like Cook’s Roadmap can help you gain real kitchen skills without attending in-person classes.

3. Who should take Cook’s Roadmap? This course is perfect for home cooks who want to improve their cooking skills, save time in the kitchen, and feel confident making meals from scratch. It works for complete beginners, self-taught cooks, and anyone who wants more structure than YouTube tutorials provide.

4. Is this a professional culinary course?  Cook’s Roadmap is designed for home cooks who want to build confidence and skill in the kitchen, but it also serves as a strong foundation for those exploring semi-professional paths, like catering, food trucks, or culinary side projects. The course covers essential techniques that you can apply immediately, and if you’re looking to take your skills further, Rouxbe offers more advanced programs such as Professional Cook and Plant-Based Pro for deeper, certification-level training.

5. What will I learn in Cook’s Roadmap? You’ll learn kitchen organization, knife handling, heat control, cooking methods (sauté, roast, steam, simmer), seasoning and flavor-building, sauce-making, and how to adapt recipes to your taste and diet.

6. How long does it take to complete the course? Most students finish in 6–8 weeks, spending a few hours per week. You’ll have lifetime access, so you can go at your own pace.

7. Do I need special equipment for this course? No special gear is required—just standard kitchen tools. We provide an optional equipment list for those who want to expand their setup.

8. Can I take this course if I have dietary restrictions? Yes. Recipes in Cook’s Roadmap can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets, and instructors provide guidance on substitutions. For those looking for more in-depth guidance on specialized diets, Rouxbe also offers Plant-Based as an introduction to plant-based cooking, Culinary RX for clinicians looking to support patient nutrition, and Plant Protocol for plant-based, no-oil, and no-salt approaches often suited to chronic conditions.

9. Do I get a certificate when I finish? Yes. You’ll earn a Certificate of Completion from Rouxbe and 52 Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) recognized by the Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals.

10. Is Cook’s Roadmap worth it? If you want a structured, affordable, and chef-supported way to improve your cooking skills at home, Cook’s Roadmap delivers more depth than free online videos and more flexibility than in-person classes for a very low price of $299. 

11. How does Cook’s Roadmap compare to YouTube or free cooking lessons? Unlike random free content, Cook’s Roadmap follows a structured progression, offers chef feedback, and ensures you actually master the skills rather than just watch them. For a preview of Rouxbe’s teaching style, you can explore our YouTube channel, but the full course provides in-depth lessons, personalized guidance, and hands-on practice you won’t get from free videos.

12. Does this course include seafood or plant-based cooking? Some lessons touch on seafood and plant-based dishes. For deeper dives, we recommend pairing with our Seafood Literacy or Plant-Based Pro courses.

13. Can I gift this course to someone? Yes. You can purchase a Rouxbe gift card that can be applied toward Cook’s Roadmap.

14. What is the refund policy? We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if you’ve completed less than 25% of the course.