About

Catalyst Kitchens is the initiative of FareStart established to help design, launch, sustain, and grow foodservice job training social enterprises across North America. 

 

Catalyst Kitchens utilizes FareStart’s expertise and the best practices found in the CK Network to help member programs and clients operate strong, effective programs that train individuals into employment in the foodservice industry. 

Since 2011, The Catalyst Kitchens Network:

placed over 14,000 individuals experiencing barriers to employment in jobs

served over 72 million meals to their communities

contributed $280 million into their local economies

 

 

 


CATALYST KITCHENS PROVIDES THESE SERVICES FOR OUR NETWORK: 

 

 

 


The Catalyst Kitchens Model

 

More than 1 in 7 Americans live in poverty—a cycle that is complex, generational, and self-reinforcing. 
Stronger Together, the Catalyst Kitchens Network makes a collective impact on poverty, joblessness, and hunger through our shared model.

 

The Catalyst Kitchens Model:

Empowerment through Job Training

Foodservice job training, soft skills development, and targeted job placement create a pathway out of poverty.

 

Sustainability through Social Enterprise

Self-generated revenue through social enterprise businesses grows program sustainability.

 

Collaboration through Community Engagement

Collaboration with local government, non-profit partners, and employers builds broad community impact.