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Meet Keith Seeber - Culinary Director at Root! Chef Keith Seeber plays a pivotal role at Root with a direct connection to both trainees and alumni employees. Over his two-year tenure, Chef Keith's responsibilities include mentoring the Community Kitchen Team—made up of 8-10 Root graduates—each morning, and teaching culinary skills to current trainees in the afternoon. Keith brings an infectious passion for food, which resonates with students, alumni, and anyone who steps into the kitchen. With experience as an Executive Chef, General Manager, and catering lead, Keith’s culinary expertise spans restaurant management, large-scale foodservice, and recipe development. Education is at the heart of his approach to leadership, fostering a strong, collaborative kitchen environment. Outside of Root, Keith is an avid gardener and enjoys canning and preserving what he grows. #MeetTheTeam #CulinaryLeadership #RootCommunity #ChefLife

What a memorable celebration at Essex County Greenbelt Association ?? Root had the honor of providing onsite catering for an event marking the retirement of Kate Bowditch and welcoming new leadership under Chris LaPointe. This incredible nonprofit works to conserve farmland, wildlife habitats, and scenic landscapes throughout Essex County, ensuring free access to nature for all — now and forever. A great night was had by all, with Catering by Root delivering a delicious, customized menu featuring locally-sourced farm ingredients. #CateringByRoot #SupportLocal #Conservation #EssexCountyGreenbelt

Thank you, Eastern Bank Foundation! We are grateful for our partnership and your incredible support. With your help, Root has proudly graduated 207 young people from our Culinary Training Program and prepared over 100,000 meals for those facing food insecurity. Together, we are Feeding Opportunity and Community. #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #FeedingOpportunity #YouthEmpowerment

Thank you, EBSCO Information Services for your continued support of our Culinary Training Program. Your generosity helps young adults create pathways to independence through food service training and employment. By developing essential life and work readiness skills, Root graduates leave prepared for success in the workplace. We are grateful for your partnership! #CulinaryTraining #YouthEmpowerment #WorkforceDevelopment #ThankYou

Earlier this summer, we were thrilled to welcome M. Scott Knox Director of The Equality Fund at the The Boston Foundation to Root’s Board of Directors! Scott brings a wealth of experience and dedication to expanding academic and economic opportunities for young people. Before joining the Equality Fund, Scott served as Executive Director of Root for four years and has worked with several impactful organizations, including Brooke Charter Schools, The Steppingstone Foundation, and Jumpstart. He also served on the boards of Silver Lining Mentoring and the New American Association of Massachusetts. Scott and his husband Jay reside in Roxbury. Welcome back, Scott! #RootCommunity #BoardOfDirectors #Leadership

A huge thank you to the Edward S. and Winifred G. Moseley Foundation for your continued support of our Culinary Training Program! Your generosity helps young adults build independence through food service training and employment. With essential life and work readiness skills, Root graduates are set up for success in the workplace. We’re so grateful for your partnership! #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #CulinaryTraining #RootPride #FeedingOpportunity

Meet Mihail Vasilev- Alumni Services Manager Mihail is responsible?for managing wrap-around support services for Culinary Training Program graduates. Graduates receive access to support services for housing assistance, financial guidance, job-seeking advice, educational needs, food security, mental health assistance, and other life management needs. The graduates appreciate Mihail's easygoing nature, his ability to listen, and his approach to meeting the graduates where they are regarding their needs.? "Graduating from college with an undergraduate degree in philosophy and psychology, the mystery of the Human Experience?fascinated and intimidated me. I was incredibly fortunate that I had great mentors who helped me navigate many questions and angst I couldn’t tackle alone. They helped me understand the intrinsic value we each possess in guiding others through their challenges, which drew me to working with youth and, eventually, ROOT!" ---Mihail Root is lucky to have Mihail in this vital role, transitioning graduates to a pathway to independence. #RootAlumni #CulinaryTraining #JobReadiness #KnifeSkillsLifeSkills #FeedingOpportunity #YouthDevelopment

Congratulations Cohort 23 and thank you to State Rep Manny Cruz for your inspiring key note address at the graduation celebration. Manny shared how his culinary experience as a student in the Salem High School culinary program helped him become a better public servant, emphasizing the value of discipline, teamwork and communication skills that will benefit them no matter where their careers take them. #FeedingOpportunity #CulinaryTraining #YouthDevelopment

Thankful Thursday. Grateful for the support of TD Charitable Foundation. Your support helps us create pathways for young adults to independence through foodservice training and employment. TD #FeedingOpportunity #FeedingCommunity #CulinaryTraining #WorkforceDevelopment #YouthDevelopment #ThankfulThursday

Space is available for Root's tuition-free Culinary Training Program starting September 16th! Here's what the program offers: ?? Part-time schedule: Monday to Thursday, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm ?? Stipend paid ?? Transportation assistance provided ?? Opportunity to earn ServSafe Certification ???? Externship opportunities ?? Access to a professional kitchen ?? Job placement resources available Open to youth aged 16-26 interested in entering the culinary world or exploring a career. And the best part? It's all FREE! Hurry, only a few spots left! To learn more https://lnkd.in/g364WgZT #CulinaryTraining #Opportunity #RootCommunity #FreeEducation