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ProStart

by National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
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Quick facts
VendorNational Restaurant Association Educational Foundation
Year launchedN/A
StatusActive
LocationNational Restaurant Association Educational Foundation 2055 L St. NW Washington, DC 20036
Countries served3+
Languages1
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierNO
Free trialNO
Contact salesYES

About ProStart

ProStart is a two-year culinary arts and restaurant management program for high school students.

ProStart is a nationwide career and technical education (CTE) program for high school students focused on culinary arts and restaurant management. Developed and administered by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), it combines classroom learning with mentored work experience. The two-year curriculum covers foundational culinary skills and restaurant management principles. The program is active in all 50 U.S. states, D.C., and territories, reaching over 234,000 students in more than 2,275 schools. ProStart is not a software product but an educational initiative that includes curriculum materials, competitions, and scholarship opportunities to prepare students for careers in the foodservice industry.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Provides a two-year, industry-backed curriculum for culinary arts and restaurant management.
  • Offers hands-on work experience through mentorship programs.
  • Students can earn a Certificate of Achievement and access scholarship opportunities.
  • Includes a national competition, the National ProStart Invitational.
  • Available in all 50 states, Washington D.C., and U.S. territories.
Cons
  • This is an educational program for high school students, not a software product for general business use.
  • Participation is dependent on the program being offered at a student's high school.

Features

Key features

Hands-On Learning

Combines classroom instruction with practical activities to help students develop real-world foodservice skills.

Scholarship Opportunities

Connects eligible students with scholarship opportunities to support further education and career development.

Industry Partnerships

Connects schools and students with restaurant businesses and industry professionals.

Career Development

Prepares students for career opportunities in the restaurant and hospitality industries.

Industry Certification

Offers opportunities for students to earn industry-recognised credentials that demonstrate their culinary and restaurant management knowledge.

Culinary Arts Education

Provides students with practical knowledge and skills in food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations.

Restaurant Management Training

Teaches students the basics of managing restaurant operations and foodservice businesses.

Additional features

Food Preparation Training

Teaches students how to prepare different meals, use kitchen equipment, and follow professional cooking procedures.

Food Safety and Sanitation

Educates students on safe food handling, kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and proper food storage.

Restaurant Operations Training

Introduces students to restaurant workflows, service procedures, kitchen management, and daily business activities.

Two-Year Educational Programme

Offers a structured two-year curriculum designed to introduce high school students to the restaurant and foodservice industry.

Hands-On Practical Training

Combines classroom learning with practical cooking exercises and foodservice activities.

Culinary Arts Education

Provides students with foundational knowledge of cooking, food preparation, kitchen operations, and culinary techniques.

Restaurant Management Education

Teaches students how restaurants operate, including business management, customer service, and daily operations.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

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Countries served
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Interface languages
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Billing currencies

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Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

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