In conjunction with the Culinary Institute of America, Food at Google will complete development of a dual-level plant-forward curriculum initiative by the end of 2022.

Enhance & Implement Culinary Training

The Plant-Forward Kitchen features a robust new plant-forward culinary training program developed through a partnership between the Food at Google team and the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). Both the CIA and Food at Google share the understanding that our global food system today is unsustainable for people and the planet. The way culinarians approach food procurement and preparation as well as the way individuals consume food must evolve toward thoughtful and sustainable consumption, therefore, it is a natural fit to partner on a Balanced Plant-Forward Kitchen initiative.

The shared vision is to empower a team of global chefs to consistently deliver balanced plant-forward workplace menus at scale. Creating delicious plant-based dishes at scale can be challenging and often takes more effort and advanced skills. The Plant-Forward Kitchen's tiered certification approach means that there's something to gain for chefs at all levels. For the young culinarian who's new to the industry, this program will provide foundational skills that they may not have been exposed to. Chefs who are further along in their career will have the incredible opportunity to learn advanced strategies and techniques that span a variety of global cuisines. At all levels, the emphasis on delicious plant forward cuisine will offer confidence to any culinarian that plant forward dishes can be part of an exceptional workplace foodservice experience.