Stories for Delaware Food Works

December 18, 2023

Who is happier? Our Kitchen School grad or his employer?

It might sound trite, but it’s true: Working in the kitchen at Harrington Raceway & Casino has proved to be a win-win arrangement for David Giblin and his employer. David…

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October 30, 2023

Kitchen School grad defies challenges: goals drive passion to succeed

To say Janelle West enjoys and appreciates her job as a prep cook at The Clubhouse at Baywood is an understatement. “I just love it here.” was her greeting. West…

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September 1, 2023

‘A lifeline for me . . . ‘: HOPES program provides help, support, and hope

When Clarissa Haglid stepped up to the podium at the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation’s Hospitality/Pathways Conference last month in Washington, D.C., she represented the Food Bank of Delaware, the…

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August 24, 2023

Food Bank of Delaware culinary training program offers second chances

What an inspiring day at the Food Bank of Delaware! The accomplishments of nine students from our Culinary School were celebrated this morning at a graduation ceremony. The graduates served…

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August 16, 2023

L.O.G.I.C Spotlight: Tejinder Singh

By Isheta Kulshreshtha, Bank of America Student Leader Tejinder Singh, a spirited 59 year old, has embarked on a remarkable journey of discovery and skill-building through the L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations,…

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L.O.G.I.C Spotlight: Francine Butler

By Rebekah Cheong, Bank of America Student Leader Francine Butler’s start with the L.O.G.I.C. (Logistics, Operations, General Warehousing and Inventory Control) program was unexpected, stumbling across a casual Facebook post…

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L.O.G.I.C Spotlight: Frederick Herbert

By Alicia Chu, Bank of America Student Leader When asked why he wanted to join the Food Bank of Delaware’s L.O.G.I.C. program, Frederick Herbert explained, “I’m trying to get a…

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August 7, 2023

Rising Above: Brandon’s Hands-On Path to the Industrial World

By Matthew Onyango, Bank of America Student Leader  Brandon Sheats’s journey into the industrial field is shaped by his early experiences at St. George’s Technical School, where he discovered his…

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August 2, 2023

From Homelessness to Culinary Dreams: The Inspiring Journey of Kameika Moore

By Matthew Onyango, Bank of America Student Leader  In a world often fraught with hardships and setbacks, the story of Kameika Moore stands as a testament to the indomitable human…

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July 26, 2023

Culinary School Spotlight: Terin Cochran

By Alicia Chu, Bank of America Student Leader When asked why he wanted to join the Food Bank of Delaware’s Culinary School, football and basketball player Terin Cochran explained, “I…

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