Chef Hat Culinary Education and Training (Chef Hat - CET) is a comprehensive culinary education provider serving both aspiring culinary professionals and recreational cooking enthusiasts.

Key aspects of the program include:

  • Professional Culinary Training: Courses designed for individuals pursuing careers in the foodservice and hospitality industries, focusing on practical skills and industry knowledge.

  • Leisure and Enrichment Classes: Hands-on cooking classes intended for home cooks and food enthusiasts who want to expand their culinary abilities.

  • Industry-Developed Curriculum: Training programs created by experienced culinary professionals, aiming to provide relevant, real-world culinary education.

  • Food Safety Certification Training: Authorized to offer instruction for the ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, a widely recognized food safety credential in the restaurant industry.

  • Examination Proctoring: Functions not only as a training provider but also as an approved testing center, allowing students to complete certification exams through the institution.

  • Commitment to Industry Standards: By offering nationally recognized certifications and professionally developed coursework, the program seeks to prepare students for employment and advancement in culinary and foodservice environments.

From a positioning standpoint, Chef Hat - CET combines culinary skill development, professional certification preparation, and recreational cooking education under one umbrella, making it relevant to a broad range of learners—from beginners exploring cooking as a hobby to individuals seeking credentials and career opportunities in the culinary field.

This reflects the program's commitment to high industry standards and preparing students for the practical demands of the culinary field.

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Chef Hat - Culinary Education & Training

Chef Hat - Culinary Education & Training

20+yrs operating in Culinary excellence. If you live in St Louis Missouri, at some point, I fed you, And it was ALL my pleasure. 

— Chef Mayiza Jenkins—

Now, I bring to you CHEF HAT - Culinary Education and Training LLC


With the Free membership, you can view Chef Mayiza’s favorite recipes and even some of her own personal recipes. You can also be in the know of all upcoming public culinary events near you and of any National Restaurant Association/ServSafe updates.

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With the PAID membership, you have access to EXCLUSIVE STORE PRODUCTS, Educational and Informational BLOGS, behind the scenes VIDEO EXCLSIVES, One-on-One scheduled appointments with Chef Mayiza (via zoom), and Access to EXCLUSIVE Chef Hat-CET EVENTS & Updates!

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$30.00
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