At Habit Burger & Grill, we’re passionate about fostering the growth and development of the future culinary leaders in our communities. That’s why we were proud to sponsor the California Restaurant Foundation’s 11th annual Force in Training (FIT) Day on October 22, 2024.

FIT Day is a transformative event that provides over 3,500 high school students across California the opportunity to gain essential skills and training for successful careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry. This year, Habit was honored to have 30 employees from our restaurant support center and field teams, including members of our Social Purpose group, volunteer their time to support the day’s activities.

“Investing in the next generation of culinary talent is critical to the long-term health and vibrancy of our industry,” said Stacy Hua, Habit’s Sr. Manager of Insights & Analytics, who also serves as the brand’s Social Purpose Team Chair “FIT Day gives these students an invaluable head start, equipping them with tangible skills and experience that will serve them well as they begin exploring careers.”

Throughout the day, Habit’s volunteers assisted culinary students in learning a variety of important techniques – from elevator pitches to effective interviewing strategies. The hands-on training and mentorship allowed participants to build confidence and feel better prepared to enter the workforce.

“It was incredibly rewarding to see the students’ excitement and engagement as they learned new skills,” said Cheryl Thompson, Habit’s Director of Learning & Recruiting and member of the brand’s Social Purpose team who volunteered at the event. “Knowing that we played a role in empowering the next generation of culinary professionals is truly fulfilling.”

Habit is proud to have been a sponsor of this year’s impactful FIT Day. As a brand deeply committed to supporting our local communities, we applaud the California Restaurant Foundation’s efforts to invest in future culinary leaders who will shape the industry for years to come.

To learn more about the California Restaurant Foundation and how you can get involved, please visit their website at calrestfoundation.org. Habit has also been a supporter of high school students in the Pro-Start cooking competition.