More than a dozen chefs prove their talent and abilities by
completing ProChef certification
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 14, 2017--
Aramark
(NYSE: ARMK), a global leader in food, facilities management and
uniforms, is pleased to announce the graduation of 18 chefs from the
distinguished ProChef®
Certification program at The Culinary Institute of
America. These Aramark chefs create the menus for and serve
colleges, universities and preparatory schools across the United States
and Canada, and join the 250 Aramark chefs who have already received
their ProChef certification.
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A number of Aramark chefs recently graduated from the distinguished ProChef® Certification program at The Culinary Institute of America. (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.”
The CIA ProChef Certification is a three-tiered, comprehensive
professional development and culinary proficiency program which measures
core culinary, managerial and financial acumen, including a chef's skill
in flavor development, proper cooking methods, dish profile
authenticity, plating, use of ingredients and sanitation.
“We are proud to collaborate with The Culinary Institute of America, and
we applaud our chefs on this prominent achievement,” said Annette Gray,
Lead Chef, Culinary & Innovation Aramark. “These chefs will use what
they’ve learned to improve culinary operations and provide training to
their staff, so they can 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. Certification from
the CIA provides the ultimate stamp of approval in the culinary world.
The following Aramark chefs received their ProChef I, ProChef II or
ProChef III Certification over the past year:
ProChef Level I:
- Danielle Morgan, Fenway Park
- Matthew Lawson, Whataburger Field
ProChef Level II:
- Brian Fox, The Citadel
- David Mason, University of Virginia
- David Miller, Central Michigan University
- Jonathan Hunt, University of Cincinnati
- Jonathan White, University of North Carolina Wilmington
-
Kelly Marshall, University of Southern Florida
- Martin Burton, University of Kentucky
- Matt Fuss, Aramark Innovation Center
- Ronald Stuhm, New York University
- Rudy Garza, Baylor University
ProChef Level III:
- Adam Pagan, Wheaton College
- Greg Huerkamp, Mississippi State University
- Jon Michael Rehm, UNC Wilmington
- Kristian Forest, East Carolina University
- Nick Vidovic, University of Akron
- Stacy Wiroll, Aramark Innovation Center
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
degree majors in food business management, hospitality management,
culinary science, and applied food studies; associate degrees in
culinary arts and baking and pastry arts; and executive education
through its Food Business School. The college also offers certificate
programs and courses for professionals and enthusiasts. Its conferences
and consulting services have made the CIA the think tank of the food
industry and its worldwide network of 49,000 alumni includes innovators
in every area of the food business. The CIA has locations in New York,
California, Texas, and Singapore. For more information, visit www.ciachef.edu.
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
Erin Noss, 215-409-7403
Noss-erin@aramark.com