Get InvolvedWe are looking for mentors, work sites, sponsors and more.
The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation (CHEF) promotes the health and prosperity of Connecticut’s hospitality industry through education, scholarships and financial assistance. None of this is possible without supporters on every level. Donors, sponsors, mentors, educators, students, volunteers and more make our success happen. How Can You Get Involved? Youth Culinary Education CT ProStart & Culinary Education CHEF supports the culinary arts and restaurant management program ProStart. ProStart is the two-year career-building program for high school students. Whether students are looking to enter the job market directly after graduating, or if they plan to attend college, a ProStart graduate makes a solid candidate for success. Sponsor the CT ProStart Invitational Students put their skills to the ultimate test in the National ProStart Invitational. This demanding culinary and management competition invites top students to represent their state, with winning teams competing for scholarships. Connecticut hosts its own ProStart Invitational each winter, with scholarships going to members of the top three teams and the winner representing Connecticut at the National ProStart Invitational. Mentor/Work Sites
ProStart schools are always looking for local businesses to serve as work sites for their students. They are also looking for student mentors, advisory committee members and/or product donations. |
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Workforce Training
The hospitality industry offers great diversity in its career opportunities and growth potential. The CHEF is focused on providing information and access to training for the industry's workforce so our workers can gain the skills they need to advance their careers.
CT Hospitality Workforce Revitalization Initiative
It is critical that Connecticut invest in an educated and prepared hospitality industry to support tourism and the state’s economy. The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation and Connecticut Restaurant Association is seeking grants to support certification for current and future hospitality employees and career advancement opportunities. Please reach out to Jennifer, conkling@ctrestaurant.org, to learn how you can support workforce advancement.
It is critical that Connecticut invest in an educated and prepared hospitality industry to support tourism and the state’s economy. The Connecticut Hospitality Educational Foundation and Connecticut Restaurant Association is seeking grants to support certification for current and future hospitality employees and career advancement opportunities. Please reach out to Jennifer, conkling@ctrestaurant.org, to learn how you can support workforce advancement.
