William, a South Carolina Restaurant Ready student from AMI Kids White Pines, was recently featured by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF).? ? Despite facing challenges, William found purpose and peace in the kitchen. He has earned his OSHA-10 certification, is preparing for his ServSafe certification, and loves experimenting with new recipes—like the delicious focaccia he’s pictured here with!
South Carolina ProStart
酒店业
Columbia，South Carolina 161 位关注者
From culinary techniques to management skills, ProStart’s industry-driven curriculum provides real-life experience.
关于我们
By bringing together the industry and the classroom, South Carolina ProStart gives students a platform to discover new interests and talents to open doors for fulfilling careers. It happens through a curriculum that includes all facets of the industry, and sets a high standard of excellence for students and the industry. In South Carolina, there are 63 public high schools with over 3,800 students statewide. From culinary techniques to management skills, ProStart’s industry-driven curriculum provides real-life experience opportunities and builds practical skills and a foundation that will last a lifetime.
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https://www.scprostart.com
South Carolina ProStart的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 酒店业
- 规模
- 2-10 人
- 总部
- Columbia，South Carolina
- 领域
- Culinary Arts、Hospitality、Restaurant Management和Education
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I am so proud of my students for another outstanding showing at the South Carolina ProStart Student Invitational—winning 1st Place in the Restaurant Management Competition for the second in a year! We head to Baltimore in May for the ProStart Program National Invitational where they will represent our great state of South Carolina! I am so proud of how hard they worked to achieve this success, but the hard work doesn’t stop here we are working towards even greater things when we hit the floor at nationals!
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The South Carolina ProStart Invitational is rolling in with this year’s theme: Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives! Inspired by the iconic roadside eats show that defines American food culture, our talented ProStart students will be serving up creative, mouthwatering dishes that would make any road trip worth the detour! Mark your calendars & buckle up for an epic competition! These future culinary stars are ready to bring the heat, the flavor, and the hospitality that makes South Carolina shine.
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Exciting news! Heyward Career and Technology Center has been awarded the 2024-2025 Silver Award for Best Vocational School by The State Newspaper. Heyward consistently participates in the South Carolina ProStart Invitational and will be competing again in March! Congratulations to those who make Heyward a wonderful place to learn!
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Consider contributing to the 20th Annual Hospitality Silent Auction, benefiting students pursuing careers in Hospitality and Tourism here in South Carolina. Your donation helps fund the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Foundation’s mission to support workforce development and provide scholarships. Over the past 20 years, we’ve awarded $280,000 in scholarships to more than 225 students—all thanks to the generosity of our incredible community. Donate an item today and make a tax-deductible contribution that strengthens South Carolina’s vibrant hospitality industry. Every donation makes a difference. Visit scrla.org/silent_auction to learn more and donate.
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Exciting news for South Carolina’s ProStart program! The state has grown from 56 to 59 programs this year, with total student enrollment surpassing 4,000 for the first time. For the 2024-2025 school year, 4,417 students are participating, marking an impressive increase of 2,080 students over the past five years. Notably, 85.7% of the programs now offer ServSafe certification, ensuring students are well-prepared for careers in the industry. Additionally, 20% of South Carolina ProStart students are currently employed in hospitality, rising from 657 students last year to 889 this year. These numbers highlight the growing impact and success of ProStart in shaping the future of South Carolina’s hospitality workforce.
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November is National Career Development Month! The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Foundation is committed to empowering the next generation through the ProStart program, where students gain hands-on experience and essential skills to kickstart their careers in the hospitality industry. From learning culinary techniques to mastering restaurant management, ProStart prepares young talent for exciting futures, paving the way for career success in every kitchen and dining room. Let's celebrate the potential and passion of these future hospitality leaders!?
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Thank you to the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) for being honored with the Certified ProStart Educator certificate. It was a great process to go through, with great professional development and great people too.
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