Specialization Course in Circular Cooking and Food Legislation

October 14 - 29, 2024, online classes

November 4 - 5, 2024, Milan

WHAT YOU GET WITH THIS COURSE

LEARN CIRCULAR AND SUSTAINABLE COOKING TECHNIQUES

Using Circular and Sustainable Cooking techniques means addressing the environmental, ethical and economic challenges associated with food production and consumption.

This approach aims to create a food system that is ecologically sustainable, socially responsible and economically equitable.

JOB OUTCOMES AND BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES.

Employment outlets are mainly in haute cuisine, for making circular and sustainable dishes.

HACCP 3rd level certificate

CV reworking and dissemination

COURSE DETAILS

  • Culinary creativity: circular cooking encourages innovation and creativity in the kitchen. Chefs and cooks can develop new recipes and combination of ingredients, creating dishes that stand out in flavor and presentation.
  • Competitive differentiation: Sustainability has become a key element in consumer choices. Chefs and restaurateurs who embrace circular and sustainable cooking can differentiate themselves in the marketplace by attracting environmentally and health-conscious customers.
  • Respect for ingredients: learning to fully use ingredients demonstrates a respect for the raw material, to reduce food speculation, and values the work of farmers and producers.
  • Operational efficiency: By reducing waste and making more efficient use of ingredients, restaurant operations can improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Reducing the environmental footprint: By implementing sustainable practices, such as reducing waste and using local ingredients, chefs can help reduce the environmental impact of the food sector.

You must have the Diploma of Higher School (Hotel Institute) or have gained previous experience in the sector.

Module 1: Introduction to Circular Cooking

  • Concepts of sustainability in the kitchen;
  • Creative use of waste ingredients;
  • Circular approach to resource management.

Module 2: Waste Reduction Strategies.

  • Analysis of waste in the kitchen;
  • Techniques for preserving and recycling ingredients with creation of new dishes.

Module 3: Creative Use of Unconventional Parts

  • Exploration of less common cuts of meat and fish;
  • Innovative approach to plant proteins;

Module 4: Designing Sustainable Menus

  • Creation of environmentally balanced menus;
  • Development of environmentally friendly dishes;
  • Guidance on ingredient sourcing.

Module 5: How to implement sustainable practices in a restaurant

  • Waste management (recycling and composting; use of biodegradable and compostable materials);
  • Energy Efficiency (reduction of energy consumption; use of energy-efficient appliances and equipment);
  • Conservation of water resources.

Module 6: Collaborations with Local Producers and Communities.

  • National Food and Wine Mapping;
  • Promoting sustainability through collaboration with local suppliers;
  • Community involvement in the circular kitchen;
  • Strategies to reduce supply chain-related environmental impacts.

Module 7: Upcycling Techniques in the Kitchen

  • Processing and using recycled ingredients in innovative ways;
  • Hands-on demonstrations of culinary upcycling.

Module 8: Food Cost

  • Waste and waste: the differences and incidence of food cost;
  • Practical exercises in food cost calculation.

HINTS OF LEGISLATION AND ECONOMIC ASPECTS

  • Workplace safety;
  • Hints of health legislation;
  • Haccp regulations;
  • Outline of food labeling regulations;
  • Overview of food packaging regulations;
  • Overview of food waste disposal regulations;
  • Hints of administrative law.

Level 3 HACCP Certificate

Private Certificate of Course Attendance

Project Work Certificate

INDUCTION PHASE: textbook study and online platform. 20-hour online course aimed at the issuance of the Level 3 HACCP Certificate.

CLASSROOM PHASE.: 12 hours online on the basics of legislation + 20 theoretical hours online in live streaming + 16 hours in-person in Milan

PROJECT WORK (Optional): Developing and Designing a Circular Menu for your area.

CAREER GUIDANCE: Reworking and Dissemination of Curriculum and/or Video Curriculum in the region of residence or preference.

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FRANK ALIBERTI

An anti-waste cook, he helps the restaurant system by proposing a model where sustainability starts with people, through social, media and lectures I try to raise awareness of zero food waste, and healthy habits for the planet.

In 2010 Award as Best Pastry Chef for the Identità Golose Guide, in 2011 for Guida ai Ristoranti d'Italia de Il Sole 24 Ore, in 2012 he received the Best Chef Under 30 award from the Identità Golose Guide.
2019 Best Table award in Milan during Golosaria event. At the 2019 Food & Travel Italia Awards named Emerging Chef of the Year, thanks to his environmentally conscious and environmentally sustainable cuisine. For the same reason, he receives the 2019 Weekend Premium award. Best Dessert Table in the 2019 Milan 100 Guide. Gastronomic Education and Culture Award given by FoodCommunity in 2019.
Within the Michelin 2020 guidebook, the Tre Cristi Milano restaurant is mentioned only after just one year as Quality Cuisine.

ROBERTA SCHIRA

ROBERTA SCHIRA

A writer and journalist, Roberta Schira is the author of major books, including. Menu for four seasonsThe New Bon Ton at the TableThe book of offal and many others. She is the author of a food criticism column in Corriere della Sera and writes in Finedininglovers, La Grande Cucina and The Life Journal. She also collaborates with RSI on the program Cuochi d'artificio. She is founder and co-director of Blogazine Madame&Monsieur.

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MICHELE STOCOLA

Lawyer, expert in Italian and European food legislation, specializing in food labeling, labeling and packaging technologies and production processes.
He lectures and consults for Universities, Associations and Companies on highly technical topics.
Director and founder of Label School, an online label and supply chain school.

He has participated in numerous events as a speaker, in the areas of food safety, haccp, food labeling and environmental.

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FEDERICA BELLIFEMINE

I was born and raised in Apulia, Italy, where in 2019 I earned a Bachelor's Degree in Law. I then attended a University Master's Degree specializing in teaching legal-economic subjects. Since 2020 I have been working in a Social Promotion Association specializing in family protection.

URSULA CHIOMA

URSULA CHIOMA.

F&B Manager, bartending trainer and bar room with years of experience in the luxury tourism sector. Over the years she has travelled around the world and can boast 15 international awards in the bar industry. Training Centre tutor for the International bartenders Association. Among the most important structures with which she has collaborated are the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Lungarno Hotels in Florence, jumeirah Grand Hotel Via Veneto Rome, Radisson Blu and Grand Hotel Plaza Rome. Chioma will be present in the editions of Rome and Florence.

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IVAN MASSI

Quality and Enviromental Manager for Aviapartner Italia Soc. Multinational Belgian, is ENAC and AIFOS Qualified Trainer. Thanks to his 30 years experience as HR and Industrial Process Organization Manager for Alitalia airline and as Quality Auditor for Blue Panorama, he has high technical skills from Project & Risk management to Aviation security, from Ground Handling to EASA, ECAC, ICAO and IATA regulations.

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WHY CHOOSE US?

WITH BONUS CHEF, YOUR TRAINING IS WORTH MORE!

Learn about Bonus Chef and get a credit up to a maximum of 6,000 euros for expenses incurred in 2021 and 2022 for Italian Food Academy courses and masters.

CONTACT US

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Excellence is now more affordable

Thanks to the Chef Bonus you can get a credit of up to 6,000 euros for expenses incurred in 2021 and 2022 for your professional training.  

Starting February 27, 2023, it will be possible to apply to the Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy for the Chef Bonus.

WHAT IS IT?

Bonus Chef 2023 consists of a 40% tax credit (up to a maximum of 6,000 euros) recognized on expenses related to the restaurant industry for individuals engaged in the activity of professional chef at hotels and restaurants.

TO GET THE BONUS:

- you must have incurred, between January 1, 2021 and December 31, 2022, one or more of the expenses deemed eligible for the benefit

- one must be a resident or established of the state territory;

- Applicants must be in the full enjoyment of civil rights.

ELIGIBLE EXPENSES:

- Purchase of durable capital goods (high energy class machinery for food storage, processing, processing and cooking, professional tools and equipment for catering)

- Participation in professional development courses.

HOW THE 2023 CHEF BONUS WORKS

The 40% credit can be used for offsetting by F24, which must be submitted to the Internal Revenue Service. The credit is exempt from IRPEF and IRAP. 

It is also possible to assign the credit with the transfer of the facility to other parties, including credit institutions and other financial intermediaries. 

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