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SUMMARY:Building Better Kitchens - 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 \nSecond course — Creating a Supportive Culture \nThird course — Building Strong Relationships  \nFourth course — Inspiring Growth and Harvesting Resources \n  \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 and hospitality\, as educators\, in the industry\, and aspire to be better leaders. Participants at all levels of expertise are encouraged to join this learning community\, which shares a common goal of promoting professional development in teaching\, leadership\, and training in kitchens nationwide. \nProfessionals include: \n\nChefs—Instructors\, Managers\, Trainers\, Industry Chefs\nHospitality Professionals and Leaders\nLife Skills and Job Readiness Instructors\nHuman Resources and Workforce Development Specialists\nTraining and Operations Staff\n\nThree Main Goals \nCatalyst Kitchens commits to meeting these three main goals: \n\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.\n\n  \nSign up today! \n  \nWe will be working on a discounted hotel block and will notify you once that information becomes available. \n  \nNotes on pricing: \nHospitality Professionals – Interested in signing up 3 or more staff for this training? Discounts may apply! Email info@catalystkitchens.org \n  \nMembers – Want to refer your employer partners to train alongside you? Free member registrations are available if you get a partner to sign up. \nSigning up just your staff? Be sure you have the latest discount code for event registration.  It is available on the Catalyst Kitchens website here. \n  \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. \n  \nAlso for members: \nEmail info@catalystkitchens.org to find out about 2027 travel stipends. \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 2027 Workshop series.
URL:https://catalystkitchens.org/event/building-better-kitchens-chicago/
LOCATION:Inspiration Kitchens\, 3504 W. Lake St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60624
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