Young Chef Academy is the leading national cooking school for children. Established in 2003, there are currently 36 franchised locations. Cooking is one of the hottest past times today with new cooking programs coming online and on television every week. Cooking has always interested every age group but now more than ever; cooking has become one of the most popular extra-curricular activities for children. Parents recognize the value of teaching their children to cook and are actively seeking out programs that enrich their children's life now and for their future.

Children, parents, schools, teachers and health care providers are recognizing what the Young Chefs Academy's brand is doing to improve the lives of children and their communities across the country.  Not only does Young Chefs Academy promote cooperation and camaraderie among its fellow students, it helps build solid relationships within the family unit.

In addition, Young Chefs Academy has:

• Experienced management, culinary arts and curriculum teams
• A successful franchise system
• Low overhead & start-up costs
• A proven business model
• Strong food industry partnerships
• Strong trademarks and brand recognition
• Freedom from major supply contracts
• A centralized, skilled and knowledgeable support team
• Exclusive territories
• Site selection & build-out assistance
• Excellent initial training and continual education and ongoing programs
• Powerful management & software tools
• Marketing support and advertising materials
• Ongoing business and franchise support.