No,I didn't study here in canada. I came here as a TFW 5 years ago and just qualified to apply under CEC last month.
CEC qualifications changed this year.you are right that you only need 1 year to be eligible for experience and it won't matter if you took a course that is not related to your current job.
Your skilled work experience as a food service supervisor after a year is what's vital and important for a successful application..and of course your language test. Just read through the guidelines as early as today and scan what you will need.
Also, this forum will help you further understand and readily prepare your application. You only need to kindly ask for assistance.
Good luck.