Professional Career Development
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Training Programs
Where Talent Meets Opportunity
Culinary Concepts AB is connecting culinary talent with opportunity. For aspiring Chefs, we offer comprehensive training programs designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to excel in the industry. For Employers, we provide access to a network of skilled graduates ready to contribute to your culinary success. Whether you’re looking to start your culinary journey or build a world-class team, Culinary Concepts AB is your partner in culinary excellence.
GO COOK
Get Trained. Get Certified. Get Hired
You’ll learn how to cook and work in a kitchen, but more importantly, you’ll learn how to lead, communicate, and navigate your life with confidence.
STUDENTS
Launch Your Career
Apply to GO Cook and step into a space where your culinary dreams take off! All students who complete our program graduate with essential life skills and occupational expertise, as well as two nationally recognized culinary certifications. With our commitment to placement at esteemed establishments, we’re revolutionizing culinary education and fostering future leaders of the hospitality industry.
Employers
Invest In Experience
Build a stronger culinary team for the future. Our GO Cook Program invests in comprehensive training, and our students complete at least 3 job trials, helping you find the perfect fit for your kitchen. Partnering with us means investing in a workforce committed to growth and excellence. It’s about getting the right person in the right seat, ready to contribute to your long-term success.
SPONSORS
Support Local Growth
Join forces with GO Cook and play a pivotal role in shaping the culinary landscape. Corporate sponsorship of GOCook directly supports a community-driven approach to nurturing hospitality talent, creating pathways to opportunity for individuals who may have faced barriers. Your support empowers individuals, strengthens local businesses, and shapes the future of the culinary arts.
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ENTREPRENEUR
EMPOWERMENT
PROGRAM (EEP)
Nurturing Business Success
Fuel Your Entrepreneurial Journey with CCAB’s Entrepreneur Empowerment Program. Designed for visionary entrepreneurs, our program offers guidance, sustainable strategies, and a collaborative community to help scale your business. Connect, share insight, and drive toward success. Your path to entrepreneurial success starts here!
Partnership Impact
Culinary Concepts AB forges collaborative partnerships with community-centered private and public organizations to foster entrepreneurial success and position businesses for sustainable growth. Through generous sponsorship of our EEP Programs, our partners provide essential resources and funding to help power smaller business success in the Richmond and Central Virginia communities.
Business Incubator
Are you a passionate entrepreneur looking to improve your management expertise and learn valuable ways to build a sustainable business? If so, immerse yourself in our EEP Program’s dynamic environment where you will join a group of other ambitious, mission-driven entrepreneurs. Here, you’ll connect, collaborate, and grow alongside peers all of whom share your vision for lasting success!
Capital & Connections
EEP is far more than a 6-week training – it is a gateway to vital resources and a place to build your business ecosystem. In this program, you will gain valuable knowledge and tools to build a successful business, as well as benefit from CCAB’s extensive mentorship. Plus, you’ll gain access to vital capital and tap into a network rich in opportunities, setting your culinary business up for sustainable growth.
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2025 Program
Career Catalyst
Ignite Your Passion, Fuel Your Future
The Career Catalyst program spans over 4 weeks, with sessions held twice a week for 3 hours each day. This in-depth training equips you with the essential tools to excel in today’s ever-changing workforce. Stand out from the crowd with sharpened critical thinking skills and a comprehensive understanding of key concepts. Transform your career trajectory with our immersive program!
Partnership Impact
Through strategic partnerships with community-focused private and public organizations, we not only connect with those in need but also provide scholarships to underserved individuals. By eliminating financial barriers, we ensure equal access to learning and personal development opportunities.
Ignite Your Passion, Fuel Your Future
Unlock your full potential and propel your career forward with our Career Catalyst program. Enhance essential cognitive skills, boost job satisfaction, and open doors to new opportunities for growth in today’s workforce. Don’t miss this transformative journey towards success.
Change Direction
Elevate your career with our Career Catalyst program, designed to enhance crucial cognitive skills like communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence. Develop these skills to excel in today’s workforce, increase job satisfaction, and unlock new opportunities for career advancement. Sign Up Today
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Continuing Education Workshops
Continue your journey with CCAB’s transformative workshops! These shorter-term programs are designed to hone individual skills that strengthen your resume and keep you up to date with industry demands.
STATIONS:
Empower Individuals,
Strengthen Teams
Step into Culinary Concepts AB’s Stations workshop, where our partnership with the National Restaurant Association brings you tangible certifications to elevate your culinary prowess. This workshop is perfect for aspiring chefs and culinary enthusiasts at any skill level.
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KITCHEN LEADERSHIP:
Empower Culinary Leaders
Dive into our Kitchen Leadership Workshop, specially designed for those ready to revolutionize their culinary leadership skills. This isn’t just another leadership course; it’s an immersive journey combining lectures, discussions, and cooking to uncover your true potential. Challenge your perspectives, embrace diverse techniques, and cultivate a dynamic kitchen culture. Join us for an experience that doesn’t just teach – it transforms.
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