Apprenticeship programs help employers recruit, build, and retain a highly-skilled workforce according to the United States Department of Labor

Thoughts on Mentoring

  • Mentoring apprentices not only shapes their careers but enriches your own

  • Invest in apprentices – they bring enthusiasm, innovation, and a helping hand
  • An apprentice today, a culinary star tomorrow – the journey starts with you

  • Mentoring an apprentice is an investment in the future of our craft

  • Nurture the next generation of culinary talent and watch your kitchen thrive

You are a leader!

As an active leader in the culinary world, your expertise and knowledge in the craft are a testament to a career built through training and preparation. We believe that your kitchen could benefit from the perspectives, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn that apprentices bring. Apprenticeships combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction to prepare workers for highly-skilled careers.

We are your partner!

By partnering with the Detroit Institute of Gastronomy, you have the unique opportunity to shape the future of our industry right in your own kitchen. By employing an apprentice, you become part of a community of chefs who believe that a skills-based education is the key to shaping the future of the culinary world.

Together we are game changers!

Detroit Institute of Gastronomy education is a game changer. When you partner with us, we support you every step of the way. From guiding you through the registration process and handling all necessary U.S. Department of Labor paperwork to providing a digital tracker to record and document your apprentice’s skills, we’ve got you covered. We also provide academic guidance to support your apprentices’ educational goals and assist with certification readiness. Our comprehensive support system is designed to make mentoring a seamless and rewarding experience, allowing you to focus on what you do best – creating delicious food, developing your team, and inspiring the next generation of chefs.

Contact us today to learn how you can become a mentor and shape our industry.