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9:00am EDT

ServSafe Food Protection Manager - Testing Only

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am EDT

Mariner A

Tuesday July 22, 2025 9:00am - 11:30am EDT
Mariner A

Credentialing Session, Credentialing Block

1:30pm EDT

The future of education in the culinary arts industry

Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT

Mariner A

Lecture: The future of education in the culinary arts industry

Course objectives:
Assessing the students or/and apprentices' needs for their education.
The role of the educator to better support students or/and apprentices.
Define, demonstrate and evaluate their education progress in the Culinary industry.
Thrive to a better future.
Conclusion,

Speakers

Hugh J. Cossard

Director of Education & Chef Instructor, Metropolitan Culinary Arts in Arlington.

Director of Education & Chef Instructor at Metropolitan Culinary Arts in Arlington.

Tuesday July 22, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Mariner A

Educational Session

global Y

2:45pm EDT

ProStart Curriculum Update

Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT

Mariner A

In this session, culinary educators and program administrators will gain insight into the latest updates to the ProStart curriculum. Participants will learn about new content areas, teaching methodologies, and resources designed to help high school culinary students succeed in both the classroom and the industry. By the end of the session, attendees will have the tools and confidence to seamlessly incorporate these updates into their own instructional plans.

Speakers

Dr. Jai Girard

Director of Education & Workforce Development; ProStart State Coordinator, Virginia Restaurant Loding and Travel Association

Dr. Jai Girard is the Director of Education and Workforce at the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association. With over 15 years of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Dr. Girard brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Dr. Girard's professional... Read More →

Tuesday July 22, 2025 2:45pm - 3:45pm EDT
Mariner A

Educational Session

global Y

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