US Foods Helping Communities Make It Program Contributes Nearly $14.5M in Donations in 2024

December 30, 2024 US Foods Holding Corp.

US Foods Holding Corp. announced that the company and its associates donated nearly $14.5 million in cash, product and volunteer time to support hunger relief, culinary education and disaster relief efforts throughout 2024. The total contribution included nearly 7 million pounds of food and supplies donations, the equivalent of approximately 6 million meals or more than 260 truckloads of product.

Slurp Culinary Academy Transforming Culinary Education with Practical, Fast-Track Programs

December 9, 2024 Slurp Culinary Academy

Slurp’s curriculum spans foundational skills, such as knife techniques and basic baking, to advanced culinary mastery, covering eight diverse cuisines. Courses are crafted for a broad audience, including career changers, culinary enthusiasts, and those aspiring to join professional kitchens domestically and internationally.

Aquaculture Stewardship Council Inspires Global Culinary Leaders

ASC’s latest activation at the Calgary gathering – which included seafood tastings, sustainable workshops and colorful presentations – marked the organization’s first in-person Canadian stop on its major North American marketing campaign. 

US Foods Names First National Class of US Foods Scholars to Fuel Culinary Talent Pipeline for Operators

November 13, 2024 US Foods

In a first for the company, US Foods expanded its signature US Foods Scholars program to applicants nationwide. This year’s class includes 18 impressive students, who represent 10 schools from across the country and are pursuing 2- or 4-year post-secondary degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry, chef training, or business management. Students will receive a scholarship of $20,000 to support their continued education, as well as development opportunities with US Foods culinary professionals.