his program focuses on healthy living and youth workforce development. Youth develop cooking skills that can be used in a professional kitchen. This program is taught by a professional chef and helps provide youth with the building blocks to find a job in today’s competitive job market and develop entrepreneurship skills. The Youth are also encouraged to share cultural and historical facts about food and cooking, demonstrating the tools necessary to build a healthy living foundation. Teen Chefs have the opportunity to grow and develop their culinary skills as they:
Graduate with their Food Handler’s Certificate
Can become a part of the Teen Catering Crew
Attain access to job resources and a professional network
Have the opportunity to interview for a paid internship upon graduating
Ages: 14-17
Cost: Free
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
Where: Mission YMCA | 4080 Mission Street, San Francisco