FWD: Seeking RFPs - Motivational Trainers for School Food

From: Alita Kelly <alita@jade-rabbit.org>

Date: Wed, Aug 27, 2025 at 6:17 PM

Subject: Jade Rabbit - Seeking RFPs - Motivational Trainers for School Food

I'm excited to share a new opportunity for trainers and consultants to partner with Jade Rabbit in supporting school food service teams across Michigan!

We are seeking experienced professionals to lead interactive trainings this school year that help school food service directors and staff:

• Strengthen teamwork and communication in the kitchen

• Shift mindsets toward scratch cooking and using fresh, whole ingredients

• Prepare for upcoming technical skills trainings like knife skills and speed-scratch recipes

Details:

• Format: In-person, 1.5–2 hour sessions

• Locations: Four school districts across Michigan

• Compensation: $800–$1,200 per session + travel

• Who should apply: Trainers with experience in team-building, change management, or culinary/food service training. Apply by this Friday, April 5!

If you or someone you know might be a good fit, please check out all current contract opportunities at jade-rabbit.org

We'd love your help spreading the word to anyone in your network who has the skills and passion to make an impact in school kitchens. 

Best,

Julie Lehman (she/her)

Farm to Youth Network Coordinator

Michigan State University Center for Regional Food Systems 

Michigan Farm to ECE

Michigan Farm to School

Lake Michigan School Food System Innovation Hub

Please support our work! Give to the CRFS General Fund at https://www.canr.msu.edu/foodsystems/giving.

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