Since 1987, the National Restaurant Educational Foundation has given out more than $25 million in scholarships to students of all ages studying in the foodservice and hospitality industries. This investment in the future of service industry personnel ensures that the best and brightest are able to succeed no matter their background.

Here to talk about the scholarship program is Matthew Rosales, Senior Manager at the National Restaurant Association’s Educational Foundation. Matthew explains the history of the program and gives details about eligibility and the application process.

Our second guest, Ashten Garrett, is an alumnus of the program and a rising star in the culinary field. Ashten talks about his experiences since receiving his scholarship including studying abroad in Italy and winning an episode of Guy Fieri’s Grocery Games.

Take a listen to learn more and share with any students in your life who might be interested in applying.

• (00:14) - Interview with Matthew Rosales
• (02:07) - Scholarships & grant history
• (03:46) - Awarded funds
• (04:59) - Student eligibility
• (06:17) - Recipient diversity
• (07:07) - COVID-19 impact
• (09:01) - Scholarship application
• (10:25) - Growing the program
• (13:56) - Interview with Ashten Garrett
• (14:33) - Choosing a culinary arts degree
• (16:40) - Alleviated stress
• (18:01) - Over the shoulder
• (19:40) - Guy's Grocery Games
• (23:01) - Advice for aspiring chefs

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