The unknown is scary business! While pride and a sense of accomplishment can come with opening your own business, there can also be a sense of uncertainty as you encounter hurdles along the way. You're checking off the boxes to get your project off the ground: Finalized your business plan with a concise SWOT analysis....CHECK! Found the perfect location...CHECK! Opened your company account...CHECK! Obtained all of the licensing necessary...CHECK! Hired employees...CHECK, CHECK!   Everything seems to be slowly, but surely, going your way! But wait. I don't have a marketing plan in place ..read more

Young Chefs® Academy, the nation’s premier children’s cooking school, reported record-breaking sales in 2021, demonstrating strategic success fueled by high consumer demand and strong brand recognition. This past year alone marked the highest revenue increase in the brand’s history.   When compared to 2020, same store sales for the brand climbed by more than 100% in 2021. However, in contrast to pre-pandemic sales in 2019, same-store sales increased by an unprecedented 35%. This trend is tracking to continue as demand for children’s services rise and spending habits for high-quality lear ..read more

  Young Chefs Academy franchise owners are more than just an extension of the business. They're part of a dedicated team who defines our culture. Each year, we share new experiences and life celebrations - treating each new day as an opportunity to grow, evolve, and strengthen the brand and the culture that surrounds it. This month, Young Chefs Academy is proud to celebrate two monumental anniversaries and the franchise owners who have been with the brand for over a decade - Young Chefs Academy franchise owners: Kristen Braia in Richmond, VA and Gay Nan Moree in Baton Rouge, LA.   ..read more

Julie Burleson's inspiring journey as Young Chefs® Academy's Founder and CEO   "A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. He does not set out to be a leader, but becomes one by the equality of his actions and the integrity of his intent." ~ Douglas MacArthur As many pictures will do, these two recently inspired me to stop and reflect on the long and winding road that is my journey with Young Chefs Academy. I hope you enjoy this little trip along the way of my many adventures as Founder and C ..read more

Young Chef Academy - CEO Julie Burleson was honored to be invited to speak at the closing session of the 2020 IFA Emerging Franchisor Conference Nov 18th-19th 2020. This conference, held every year, offers emerging franchisors strategies for growth and building the next stage of sustainability.     IFA Emerging Franchise Conference - Julie Burleson & Susan Beth At her session, Julie teamed up with Susan E Beth, CFE, COO of NRD Capital, for a comprehensive discussion about overcoming challenges as an emerging brand where attendees learned about Young Chefs Academy's "True North ..read more

Young Chefs Academy - Success Rice culinary events. Starting this month, through a collaborative partnership, Young Chefs Academy and Success Rice will extend their reach to cooking fans in a nationwide campaign. Locations across the country will hold festive, hands-on culinary events that will feature unique holiday dishes, time-saving tips and tricks and fun take-home giveaways. This collaborative marketing effort creates a distinctive opportunity for partners to bring the Success brand to life through Young Chefs Academy's creative culinary prowess. To attend an event visit the Young Chefs ..read more

Hands-On training at Young Chefs Academy Corporate Headquarters Young Chefs Academy recently hosted new franchise owners at the corporate headquarters in Waco Texas along with participating managers via Zoom conference. Through an in-depth curriculum covering strong company culture, strategies, operations, profitability, management, marketing and technology, new owners are primed to bring expert cooking instruction to children and families in The Woodlands TX, Forest Hills NY, Allen/McKinney TX, and Solon OH. The attractive opportunity of Young Chefs Academy continues to align with entreprene ..read more

Young Chefs Academy students possess the culinary knowledge which inspires creative expression and independence in the kitchen. With more than 87% of families cooking meals at home during the pandemic, Young Chefs Academy embraced the challenge that many faced. YCA added a platform for cooking resources available to YCA members to continue their culinary instruction. Additionally Young Chefs Academy promoted exclusive cooking resources through public-facing social platforms to children and families nationwide. Young chefs across the globe were empowered to utilize the skills and experience. T ..read more

Why Now is the Time to Invest in a Young Chefs Academy Franchise The children's cooking franchise fills an important need for a fun, rewarding enrichment opportunity that both parents and kids love. With schools closed and kids at home, it's been a difficult time for parents trying to find meaningful childhood-enrichment opportunities until school resumes. And even then, some parents have decided their children will remain home. According to a poll by USA Today and Ipsos, six out of every 10 parents surveyed with at least one child in K-12 say they would be likely to pursue at-home learning ..read more

As the established experts in cooking in communities where they do business, Young Chefs Academy has always made safety and health in the kitchen a top priority. By living these core values since day one, YCA continues to build trust with families and students with safety standards that adhere to CDC guidelines including: Screening staff and students.. Limiting class size for social distancing Restricting facility access to students. Review of safety measures for each session. Face masks for teachers and students. Students with individual ingredients and utensils. Single entry and dismissal ..read more