The C.H.E.F. Youth Culinary Conference brought together high school students and industry professionals to explore careers in the culinary and hospitality world. These interviews are from the first-ever conference, held in October 2025 in DeKalb. Students had the chance to participate in hands-on cooking demos, hear from professionals about real-world experiences, and learn about leadership, business skills, and career opportunities.

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