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Derrick's culinary journey is a testament to the power of personal growth. His love for cooking, instilled by his grandmother, is the seed that blossomed into a passion. His first taste of the food service industry came as he unexpectedly found himself in a leadership role in a nonprofit kitchen. Reflecting on this challenging experience, Derrick sees it as a turning point that … [Read more...] about A Dream Come True

There can be a lot of pressure on young adults to attend college and follow a traditional career path. For some people, like Xavier, career pathways are journeys of self-discovery.  Xavier’s goal is to find purpose and fulfillment in his life. He explored several different paths, including auto mechanics and computer engineering. He found he needed a career that … [Read more...] about Xavier Finds a Fulfilling New Career

Recently, Suzeline took a leap of faith and bet on herself. She packed up her life in New Jersey and traveled to Orlando to begin her journey. Suzeline settled into a customer support role and quickly learned she wanted a career providing greater satisfaction and purpose. She has been interested in cooking since high school, watching YouTube videos and cooking shows to learn … [Read more...] about A Recipe for Success: Suzeline is Betting on Herself

On Saturday, June 8, Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recognized 13 Culinary Training Program students during a graduation ceremony. Food bank staff, family, friends and employers joined in the celebration to acknowledge the significant accomplishments of each student. In addition to learning hands-on food preparation and gaining kitchen training similar to the … [Read more...] about Launching New Careers: 13 Students Graduate from Culinary Training Program