The Program:
- consists of one orientation session and six themed cooking sessions
- two different recipes are prepared at each session and can be prepared in under one hour (room set-up and clean-up will take additional time)
- recipes include either a vegetable or fruit
- can be run in a classroom, proximity to water, refrigerator and freezer required
- no stove is required for recipe preparation (electric skillets are used for cooking)
- recipes were selected to develop basic cooking skills and use basic equipment
- cost of preparing two recipes per session is approximately $20-$30 for tasting for 10 participants to taste the recipes
- a complete list of equipment, recipes and all the information required to facilitate the program is available on the Facilitator Portal
What some Facilitators have said about the program:
- “would highly recommend this program to any school that is considering implementing it”
- “kids loved it”, “it was “fun”, “many participants appreciated that their friends were here”
- “amazing opportunity for our children and teaches them the responsibilities in the kitchen. They learn the basics to prepare a meal, good kitchen practices and in a structured and exciting way”
- “encourages reading skills, measuring, team work, and skill development”
Facilitator Information
As a facilitator you will need to be able to:
- understand and interpret the information presented during training
- read, understand,and accurately use the information provided in training and in the Facilitators Portal (e.g., content information, safety information, recipes, shopping list etc.)
- lead the orientation session and six cooking sessions at your location
- communicate effectively and provide participants with key information for each session including safety information
What will I do as a trained facilitator?
- purchase equipment to run the program
- recruit or decide how participants will be selected to participate in the program (if in a school in consultation with principal and/or other staff)
- ensure consents have been sent home and are returned prior to starting program (store according to school policy)
- purchase the approved sanitizer and understand how to safely use it to sanitize the room, equipment and dishes (in schools speak with custodian and/or principal)
- buy groceries for each session as listed on the portal
- review the facilitator portal and plan sessions based on the information provided
- prior to each cooking session, clean and sanitize the room where cooking will occur, as well as clean and sanitize the room, dishes, and equipment following each session
- set up the room for the sessions
- facilitate the orientation session and subsequent cooking sessions
- keep track of attendance (and store according to school policy)
- respond to the survey after completion of the series
About the E-Learning Training Module:
Before completing the E-Learning Training Module please ensure you have permission to run the program in your location. The E-Learning Training Module is designed to provide the important information you require to facilitate the program at your school or agency. It will take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete. There is a quiz at the end to test your knowledge about the program.
During the E-Learning Training Module, volunteers will learn about:
- program design and facilitation
- basic food and kitchen safety
- cooking session overview
After completing the E-Learning Training Module, please be prepared to answer the following questions:
- the anticipated start date for Let's Get Cookin' at your school or organization
- the school or organization you are affiliated with
- your role within the school or organization
Following the E-Learning Training:
- participants will be sent an email detailing how to access the Facilitator Portal where all information to support the program is available
- a Public Health staff member will be available to come to the first session of your program to provide assistance
E-Learning Training Module
