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SUMMARY:Building Better Kitchens Workshop - Chicago
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Title: Building Better Kitchens: Applying Trauma-Informed Practices in Culinary Leadership \nContinued Education Hours: 20 hours (16 hours in person\, 2 hours virtual) \nWhy It Matters: \nThis workshop addresses how stress and trauma affect the way we learn\, work\, and show up every day – and what we can do about it\, for ourselves and others.  We will prioritize people-centered leadership strategies and enhance our understanding of ourselves and the people we work with to build better kitchens. \nWe’ve sourced expert-led sessions by culinary leaders for culinary leaders. Here are the tools you’ll add to your toolkit: \nFirst course — Exploring Self-Awareness and Emotional Intelligence \nWhat is stress? What is trauma?\nACES and Icebergs\nTrauma-informed & healing-centered approaches— Working our strengths-based leadership muscles\nLeading with empathy and confidence \nSecond course — Creating a Supportive Culture \nInvisible culture and the hidden rules of the kitchen\nGrowth zones – when enough is too much\nDoing our PART as leaders\nMental mise en place and self-care\nKitchen brain breaks \nThird course — Building Strong Relationships \nYour brain is in charge\n3 R’s and a HUG to help us emotionally regulate and actively listen\nThe “H” in HUG asks us not to RESSQ when we’re having difficult conversations\nTransactional analysis and how our ego plays into social interactions\nA lens of generosity — deploying the H of G \nFourth course — Inspiring Growth and Harvesting Resources \nParallel Process – learning about stress and trauma can be stressful and traumatizing!\nGenerational trauma and breaking traditional norms\nPractice makes… myelin!\nIncreasing access to industry-centered mental health and wellness resources to lead your teams with compassion and empathy\nResources for chef educators to apply this learning to classroom management and curriculum design \nCatalyst Kitchens Staff Lead and Co-Facilitator \nDina Altieri\, Director of Education and Training at Catalyst Kitchens \nCatalyst Kitchens Collaborative Partner and Co-Facilitator \nNadja Mummery\, Founder at Learn to Heal Consulting (former staff at Model Member\, Manna on Main Street) \nAbout You\, the Workshop Participant \nWorkshop participants are professionals with abundant lived experience. They currently work in foodservice training programs\, workforce development\, social services\, social enterprise FOH and BOH roles\, non-profit leadership\, and as industry professionals. Participants at all levels of expertise are encouraged to join this learning community\, which shares a common goal of promoting professional development in teaching\, training\, and learning. \nProfessionals include: \nChefs—Instructors\, Managers\, Trainers\, Industry Chefs\nLife Skills and Job Readiness Instructors\nWorkforce Development Specialists\nTraining Program and Social Enterprise Support Staff\nLeaders from Catalyst Kitchens Employer Partners \nThree Main Goals \nCatalyst Kitchens commits to meeting these three main goals: \nPromote professional growth for the champions who educate and support people working in kitchens.\nProvide opportunities for professionals to connect\, collaborate\, share best practices\, and support one another.\nCreate a lasting Community of Practice built upon unified values that can be shared with colleagues and peers—ultimately benefiting the individuals we serve and the industry we love. \nSign up today! \nNotes on pricing: \nMembers – be sure you have the latest discount code for event registration.  It is available on the Catalyst Kitchens website here. \nAlso for members only: \nThe 2026 Travel Stipend Request Form is now active!  Click here to get started. \nThese travel stipends are available thanks to the generous support of the Itzkowich Family Foundation\, who have given $20\,000 in support the Train the Trainer and other events in our 2026 Workshop series. \nNon-members – part of your registration fees can be used to count towards future membership dues.  Reach out to the Catalyst Kitchens team today to find out more.
URL:https://catalystkitchens.org/event/building-better-kitchens-workshop-chicago/
LOCATION:Center on Halsted\, 3656 N Halsted St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
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SUMMARY:Catalyst Kitchens Train the Trainer Workshop - Online (Virtual Cohort)
DESCRIPTION:Catalyst Kitchens’ signature Train the Trainer Workshop provides a community of practice for members and allies working with individuals with barriers to employment. Send your chefs\, cooks\, trainers\, instructors\, case managers\, program managers\, and employment specialists at all experience levels. This workshop includes a series of professional development sessions spread over two months\, and a post-workshop session to help members implement what they have learned. This learner-centered workshop will cover program design\, learning and training strategies\, assessment tools\, feedback and communication\, staff alignment to trainee progression\, and building employer relationships. Don’t miss this opportunity to hone your skills! \n  \nThis workshop will be happening as a standalone training opportunity.  With every Train the Trainer workshop\, we try to highlight and incorporate the excellent practices of our host member.  In this case\, we will have various members join during virtual sessions to show off some of the best of what is happening in teaching kitchens across the country\, including: \n\nDesigning Learner-Centered Curriculum\nWorking with Trainees with Barriers to Employment\n\nNotes on pricing: \nMembers – be sure you have the latest discount code for event registration.  It is available on the Catalyst Kitchens website here. \nNon-members – part of your registration fees can be used to count towards future membership dues.  Reach out to the Catalyst Kitchens team today to find out more. \nSessions will take place on May 20\, June 3 & 17\, July 1\, 15 and July 29th. Each session will run from 3 – 4:30 PM ET\, 12 – 1:30 PM PT.
URL:https://catalystkitchens.org/event/catalyst-kitchens-train-the-trainer-2026-online/
LOCATION:Online
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