On Saturday, January 13, 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 the festivities to celebrate students from classes 50 and 51 for their achievement. Over 16 weeks, students learned hands-on food preparation and gained kitchen training similar … [Read more...] about Celebrating New Careers as 13 Students Graduate from Culinary Training Program
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Sharpening Skills for a Brighter Future: Stacey’s Story
Stacey's journey unfolded in a series of chapters, each with its own unique challenges and revelations. She relocated to Orlando with aspirations of higher education, but the abrupt shift to online classes due to the pandemic posed unexpected difficulties. Her once-stellar GPA plummeted, casting a shadow over her scholarship. Trying to find a next step, Stacey briefly worked … [Read more...] about Sharpening Skills for a Brighter Future: Stacey’s Story
Join in the Celebration
I am extending a special invitation to be a part of a pivotal moment in the lives of 13 culinary training program students who will graduate in January. As they approach graduation day, your support and words of encouragement will add to the celebration. 300 signatures are needed before Monday, January 1st. Will you be the first to sign? Imagine the joy and pride you'll … [Read more...] about Join in the Celebration
Bruce’s Story
Bruce never considered a career in food service until he cooked alongside a chef at a local rehabilitation center. That experience sparked a passion for cooking within him. That pivotal moment inspired him to enroll in Second Harvest Food Bank’s free Culinary Training Program. Over 16 weeks, Bruce and his classmates learned food safety, knife skills, and how to work in a … [Read more...] about Bruce’s Story
The Sky is the Limit: Dezmond’s Story
Dezmond initially thought his career would be in technology but couldn’t resist the allure of culinary arts. During quarantine, his passion for cooking soared. Cooking gave him solace and delight, from whipping creative ramen dishes to preparing his favorite cuisine: Italian food. While volunteering at a local food pantry supported by Second Harvest Food Bank of Central … [Read more...] about The Sky is the Limit: Dezmond’s Story
