Community Kitchen Academy
Are you interested in a new career in the food service industry? At Community Kitchen Academy (CKA) you’ll learn from professional chefs in modern commercial kitchens and graduate with the skills and knowledge to work in the field of food service. Throughout the nine-week course, you’ll develop and apply new skills by preparing food that would otherwise be wasted from grocery stores, restaurants, farms and food service companies. The food you cook is then distributed through food shelves and meal sites throughout the community. CKA features:
- Hands on learning
- National ServSafe Certification
- Job placement support
- Tuition and financial assistance for income eligible students
- Two locations: Barre and Burlington
- Connections to community and resources
Ready To Apply?
2023/24 Session Dates
Sessions Run For Nine Weeks In Barre & Burlington2023/24 Session Dates
Class Schedule Burlington
October 16 – December 15
January 22 – March 22
April 15 – June 14
Class Schedule Barre
November 13 – January 19
February 26 – April 26
July 29 – September 26
Does CKA Get Results?
Success. Well Done.
Since 2009, more than 271 students have graduated from CKA, having produced and distributed more than 500,000 meal servings. Ninety-one percent of graduates have been successful in finding employment in the culinary industry.
What Does CKA Look Like?
Do you have questions and want to connect with us? Contact Ruby Bertola at rbertola@vtfoodbank.org.