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ProStart Program Overview
3 National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation Mission As the philanthropic foundation of the National Restaurant Association, we enhance the industry s service to the public through education, promotion of career opportunities, and community engagement.
NRAEF Strategic Initiatives Create educational programs to provide pathways to employment Create a communications program that conveys opportunities for advancement in the industry, as well as the impact of community engagement Generate resources to support the work of the Foundation
ProStart Survey 2014 Findings Students and Educators: 70% in 11th or 12th grade 60% female ProStart students are more diverse than average population aged 15-19 83% of educators have worked in the restaurant industry Satisfaction: Both educators and students are satisfied with the ProStart program, indicating it is well-executed and well-received Future: 70% plan to pursue post-secondary education 1 in 4 ProStart students hope to own their own restaurant some day Students discover the opportunities of a career in the industry through ProStart
ProStart Survey 2014 Findings Learning: 80% of students engaged in class More than 80% of students participate in class discussions, feel like they are learning in class, think classes are worthwhile and apply ProStart learning to life. Students and educators agree that ProStart teaches culinary techniques and restaurant management as well as critical and transferrable employability skills and soft skills such as: Communications Professionalism Teamwork Decision making Time management ProStart distinguishes itself by offering students a hands-on and group-learning environment
Why ProStart? What sets ProStart apart from other programs/curriculums? Industry-based training materials backed by expertise of education professionals Growing industry recognition for ProStart students and educators Established link to post-secondary education Credibility of National Restaurant Association and NRAEF brands
Where the Jobs Are Projected growth includes 28,000 management positions Every additional $1 million in restaurant sales generates 34 jobs for the economy
Why start industry training in high school? ProStart offers life-changing opportunities for students and provides direction for potential career paths. ProStart is developing tomorrow s restaurant and foodservice industry workforce. School systems and post-secondary institutions are looking for clear Paths of Study leading to industry credentials.
10 ProStart Nationwide, 2-year program Unites industry and classroom to develop tomorrow s industry leaders Program provides real-world educational opportunities and builds practical skills Established link to postsecondary education
ProStart Job Readiness ProStart trains students in industry-specific and transferable employability skills Curriculum teaches: Management essentials Culinary fundamentals Employability soft skills Communication Marketing Nutrition Safety & sanitation Purchasing, inventory and cost control
ProStart s Reach Currently in all 50 states, Guam public schools and Dept. of Defense bases around the world Over 118,000 students Over 1700 schools
ProStart Program Growth-Schools 1800 1600 1400 1200 1000 800 600 400 200 0
ProStart Program Growth-Students 120000 100000 80000 60000 40000 20000 0
How ProStart is Administered
ProStart Roles The NRAEF is the national body overseeing the program, partnering with state restaurant associations State partnerships promote ProStart and assist in providing the connecting activities related to the program for each individual state Partnerships are also created with education and industry to implement all elements of the ProStart program
ProStart Roles NRAEF Role National program management Marketing & public relations for national program Develop national programming Resource for state restaurant associations Pursue funding opportunities (e.g. national grants, private grants, corporate sponsors) Survey and report national program outcomes Manage National ProStart Invitational
ProStart Roles State Restaurant Association Role Market ProStart program at the state level Identify operators to be mentors and student worksites Pursue funding opportunities (e.g. state grants, private grants, corporate sponsors) Build relationship with state department of education also help survey and report program outcomes Create opportunities for educator training and professional development Identify appropriate schools Explore possible funding to seed statewide initiative and support school programs
ProStart Roles Teach the course of study ProStart Educator Role Connect students work experiences to lesson plans and activities Gain first-hand experience of foodservice industry (e.g. job shadow an industry professional, visit trade shows) Get to know student mentors Proctor Foundations of Restaurant Management & Culinary Arts Level One and Level Two exams
ProStart Roles Mentor/Employer Roles Provide a wide range of work experiences Get to know the students educators Provide regular feedback to student, school/site coordinator and educator Join local advisory board(s) Provide field trips and job shadowing Provide letters of recommendation to deserving students
How Do I Get Started as a Mentor Your experience is extremely important to the students and the educators Find a local school Work with the State Restaurant Association to locate a local school Talk about what you do everyday
Getting Involved Career days Demos Field Trips Job Shadowing Internships/Apprenticeships Competitions Advisory Boards
Sponsoring Logistics Coaching Judging Getting Involved Competitions
Foundations of Restaurant Management & Culinary Arts Developed with input by industry and academia Blended coverage of culinary and management topics Relevant and timely topics from global cuisines to sustainability Content aligned to certificate opportunities
National Certificate of Achievement Complete course of study Successfully pass Level 1 and Level 2 exams 400 hours of industry work experience (conducted over two years of enrollment in program) Encourages post-secondary education ProStart objectives match introductory culinary and hospitality management courses
26 NRAEF Scholarship Program To continue providing support beyond ProStart, the NRAEF offers scholarships to: Incoming freshman Current undergrads Educators Since 1997, NRAEF has awarded over $16M in scholarships Awarded $1.1M in 2014
Professional Development Programs for ProStart Educators Summer Institutes Four levels of intense week-long training held at post-secondary institutions which can lead to Certified Secondary Foodservice Educator certification State lead educator training workshops. Educator Excellence Awards Top Educators from each state are brought to Chicago for special programming, recognition and passes to the NRA Show.
National ProStart Invitational Showcases talent of top ProStart students from across the country State competition champions invited to participate Judged by industry professionals and representatives from post-secondary institutions In 2015, $1.4 million in scholarships awarded to winning teams
Management Competition Management teams demonstrate their industry knowledge by: developing an original restaurant concept delivering a verbal presentation applying critical thinking skills to challenges managers face in day-today operations
Culinary Competition Culinary teams have 60 minutes to prepare a threecourse meal using only two butane burners, and no other electrical sources Teams also compete in knife skills and poultry fabrication
You are Invited Save V.I.P. the Behind Date! the Scenes Tours 15 th Annual 2016 National ProStart Invitational April 29-May 1, 2016 Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, TX
NRAEF Additional Programs
National Awards Given at various NRAEF events to individuals that show a commitment to the industry, community service and achievement Faces of Diversity American Dream Award Restaurant Neighbor Award Thad and Alice Eure Ambassador of Hospitality Award
Workforce Research Who Works in the U.S. Restaurant Industry a Nationwide Survey of the Restaurant Workforce Most comprehensive research of industry s workforce in 20 years Unveiled in 2014; platform for messaging about employee perceptions of opportunity through restaurant sector employment Foundations/skills research in the field will chart skills through restaurant sector employment Salary and position research forthcoming
Workforce Research
The Food and Beverage Service Competency Model was announced in early 2015 Profiles the specific employability and technical skills essential to achieving career success in the foodservice workforce sector Will serve as a way to measure skills and educate an train a competitive workforce Created alongside allied industry associations, subject matter experts and the U.S. Department of Labor Competency Model
National Restaurant Association Military Foundation More than 250,000 veterans are currently employed in the restaurant industry and that number is projected to grow The NRAMF offers training and support to military and foodservice professionals, promotes restaurant and hospitality career opportunities for veterans and recognizes excellence in military foodservice operations Military Foodservice Awards Recognize all branches of the U.S. Military Armed Forces Forum for Culinary Excellence Week-long educational program aimed to develop servicemen and women s culinary skills
Development NRAEF Supporters
ProStart Stars - Alyssa Van De Vort A 2010 program graduate, Alyssa honed her culinary, management, teamwork and leadership skills in ProStart Scholarships earned through ProStart enabled her to follow her dream to New England Culinary Institute s Baking and Pastry Arts program On the job, managers recognize Alyssa s leadership and talent, and give her increased responsibility. ProStart has given me a second chance and an outlet to turn my life around.
ProStart Stars - Patrick Abalos Most of the concepts I was taught in college, I had already learned in ProStart. ProStart gave me a jump start on my education, helped me grow as a person, adapt to various situations and learn to speak in front of people. Bachelor s of Science degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management at New Mexico State University, president of the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality and ACES Council Invited to Loews Hotels Management Trainee Program in Food and Beverage at the Orlando, Florida properties at Universal Studios. I am proud to call myself a ProStart graduate, Patrick says. And I plan on remaining active with ProStart as an alumnus, supporting the program in every way I can.
NRAEF Programs Team Rob Gifford, Executive VP, Philanthropic and Strategic Initiatives Wendi Safstrom, VP Programs and Administration Alyssa Prince, Director, Community Relations and Events Greg Beachey, Sr. Manager, Education and Training Monica Miller, Sr. Manager, Programs Shanna Young, Scholarship Manager Ashley Bennett, National ProStart Coordinator Mallory Domingue, Events Coordinator
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