The newest graduates of Cathedral Kitchen’s Culinary Arts Class proudly display their certificates. Courtesy photo
After 595 hours of safety training, chopping, dicing, and learning the difference between baking powder and baking soda from staff chefs and guest instructors, the nine students of Cathedral Kitchen’s Culinary Arts Class of 2021 graduated July 8 in Camden, armed with the recipe for a bright future.
Terry Ruggles, former NBC10 news anchor and CK Board Member, served as the Master of Ceremonies at the graduation, which took place onsite. In addition, the 24th graduating class held a moment of silence for Jonathan Jernigan, 56, former executive chef of Cathedral Kitchen and one of the pioneers of the Culinary Arts Training Program, who passed away over the July 4 weekend.
The students – all of whom were unemployed, underemployed and at risk of becoming homeless – learned life skills, financial literacy, resume prep and mock interview tips in addition to the cooking skills, with the goal of achieving employment in the culinary industry.
Cathedral Kitchen provides approximately 300 free meals each day for the hungry. The 17-week program is funded entirely by private corporations, foundations and individual donors.
With this class, a total of 403 students have graduated from the program, with 85% finding employment in the industry within three months of graduation.
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