More than 250 Aramark chefs have proudly earned the prestigious
ProChef certification since the company first enrolled in the program in
2008
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun. 12, 2018--
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK), a global leader in food, facilities management and
uniforms, is pleased to announce the graduation of 17 chefs from the
prestigious ProChef® Certification program at The Culinary Institute of
America. These Aramark chefs create the menus for and serve colleges,
universities, preparatory schools, stadiums and convention centers
across the United States and Canada, and join the 250 Aramark chefs who
have received their ProChef certification, since Aramark first enrolled
in the CIA's ProChef program in 2008.
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Aramark is pleased to announce the graduation of 17 chefs from the prestigious ProChef® Certification program at The Culinary Institute of America. These Aramark chefs create the menus for and serve colleges, universities, preparatory schools, stadiums and convention centers across the United States and Canada, and join the 250 Aramark chefs who have received their ProChef certification, since Aramark first enrolled in the CIA's ProChef program in 2008. (Photo: Business Wire)
“These chefs are dedicated to honing their craft. The CIA’s ProChef
Certification gives them a way to benchmark their accomplishments,” says
Certified Master Chef Brad Barnes, director of CIA Consulting and
Industry Programs. “We applaud Aramark for continuing its commitment to
chefs, food, and our profession.”
A three-tiered, comprehensive professional development and culinary
proficiency program, ProChef Certification measures a chef’s core
culinary, managerial and financial acumen, including each graduate’s
skill in flavor development, proper cooking methods, dish profile
authenticity, plating, use of ingredients and sanitation.
“We commend the chefs who achieved ProChef certification and applaud
them for their tireless commitment to hone their craft,” said Victor
Crawford, Aramark Chief Operating Officer. “These chefs join a long line
of talented Aramark chefs who have achieved this designation, since
partnering with the CIA ten years ago, and we thank them for continuing
to deliver on Aramark’s mission of enriching and nourishing the lives of
our students, customers, clients and consumers.”
The ProChef Certification program was created by the CIA to provide
hands-on skill validation, recognize professional achievement and give
knowledge and credentials to advance chefs’ careers. The program
features three levels of intensive training with ProChef III being the
highest, most prestigious designation. Certification from the CIA
provides the ultimate stamp of approval in the culinary world.
The following Aramark chefs received their ProChef II or ProChef III
Certification this year:
Pro Chef III:
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Dan Doyle - M&T Bank Stadium
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Mike Mantia - Pennsylvania Convention Center
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Rich Grab - Philadelphia District, Sports and Entertainment
Pro Chef II:
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Adam Dever – Louisville University
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Darren Grace – Abilene Christian University
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Douglas Bass – Hood College
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Fabian Ffrench – Rogers Place
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Francisco Garcia – University of Washington
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James Duran – University of Kentucky
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Karen Bennett – Louisiana Tech
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Michael Wilson – New York University
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Mike Lorah – Quicken Loans
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Mike O'Neill – Rogers Place
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Perry Katsapis – Wells Fargo Center
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Ubirajara Martins – Cal State Fullerton
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Wendi Jackson-Davis – East Carolina University
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William Hofmann – Winthrop University
About The Culinary Institute of America
Founded in 1946, The Culinary Institute of America is the world’s
premier culinary college. Dedicated to developing leaders in foodservice
and hospitality, the independent, not-for-profit CIA offers bachelor’s
degrees in management, culinary arts, culinary science, and applied food
studies, and associate degrees in either culinary arts or baking and
pastry arts. The college also offers executive education through its
Food Business School along with certificate programs and courses for
professionals and enthusiasts. Its conferences, leadership initiatives,
and consulting services have made the CIA the think tank of the food
industry and its worldwide network of nearly 50,000 alumni includes
innovators in every area of the food business. The CIA has locations in
New York, California, Texas, and Singapore.
About Aramark
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves Fortune 500 companies, world
champion sports teams, state-of-the-art healthcare providers, the
world’s leading educational institutions, iconic destinations and
cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 19 countries around
the world. Our 270,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and
nourish millions of lives every day through innovative services in food,
facilities management and uniforms. We operate our business with social
responsibility, focusing on initiatives that support our diverse
workforce, advance consumer health and wellness, protect our
environment, and strengthen our communities. Aramark is recognized as
one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE, as well as an
employer of choice by the Human Rights Campaign and DiversityInc. Learn
more at www.aramark.com or
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Aramark
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Noss-erin@aramark.com