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Chef Ann Healthy School Food Pathway Fellowship

The Chef Ann Foundation is accepting applications for the 2026 Healthy School Food Pathway Fellowship Program. This 13-month fellowship develops skills that help school food professionals lead sustainable school meal programs centered around scratch-cooked meals using minimally processed, local ingredients.

Informational Webinar

Fellowship Overview webinar: August 13, 2025, 1:00 p.m. (Pacific Daylight Time):

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Application

Application period: Open through September 10, 2025.

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Eligibility: School food operators working under the National School Lunch Program with experience in the role of an Assistant Director, Head Chef, Area Supervisor, or other mid to upper-level positions.

More Information

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Questions:   Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609
Last Reviewed: Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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