Report on the 10-Day Culinary Training Program for Empowering Women
adminOrganized by: Debabrata Auro Foundation in collaboration with Taj SATS
Date: 12th – 21st February 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Venue: Taj SATS Air Catering
Introduction
The 10-Day Culinary Training Program, a joint initiative by Debabrata Auro Foundation and Taj SATS, was successfully conducted from 12th to 21st February 2025. This program was designed to empower less privileged women by equipping them with essential culinary skills, industry exposure, and the confidence to pursue careers in the food industry or entrepreneurial ventures.
The training was led by expert chefs from Taj SATS, ensuring high-quality instruction in various culinary techniques, food safety, and kitchen operations. By the end of the program, the participants gained hands-on experience and received a certification to enhance their employability.
Objectives
The program was designed with the following key objectives:
Hands-on Culinary Training – Practical sessions led by industry experts.
Food Safety & Hygiene Education – Teaching best practices for maintaining kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
Professional Exposure – Providing insights into kitchen operations and industry standards.
Confidence & Career Readiness – Empowering women with practical skills for employment.
Skill Certification – Recognizing participants’ achievements with an industry-recognized certificate.
Program Overview & Activities
The training was structured into interactive sessions, hands-on workshops, and real-world culinary exposure. The curriculum covered a wide range of topics, providing the participants with both theoretical knowledge and practical application in a professional kitchen environment.
Participants List
- Sayma Shaikh
- Sayyed Jaynab
- Saniya Shaikh
- Jinal Gangar
- Khan Neha
- Madiha Shaikh
- Zeenat Sayyed
- Tasmiya Malik
Day-Wise Curriculum
| Day | Topic | Content Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Induction & Food Safety Training | Introduction to program objectives, kitchen safety, personal hygiene, food safety principles, fire safety, jewelry policy, and grooming standards. |
| Day 2 | Cookie Techniques | Understanding different cookie types, mixing methods, shaping techniques, and baking guidelines. |
| Day 3 | Soft Bread Rolls Basics | Introduction to soft bread roll dough, fermentation, dough-making, shaping, and proofing. |
| Day 4-5 | Finger Foods (Sandwiches, Salads, Chaat, Burgers) | Preparation of sandwich fillings, spreads, condiments, assembly techniques, salad presentation, and different styles of chaats and burgers. |
| Day 5-6 | Introduction to Chocolate Types | Understanding dark, milk, and white chocolate, tempering, molding, and decorating techniques. |
| Day 6-10 | Paratha & Sweet Making Techniques | Bulk production of paratha dough, traditional sweet recipes, syrup-based sweets, and filling techniques. |
Key Features & Learning Outcomes
- Culinary Training – Participants engaged in hands-on training with experienced chefs from Taj SATS, allowing them to develop practical cooking skills.
- Hygiene & Safety Workshops – Special focus was given to food safety protocols, maintaining hygiene in professional kitchens, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Industry Exposure – The training provided real-world insights into kitchen operations, helping participants understand workflow efficiency, teamwork, and professional discipline.
- Skill Certification – All participants received official certificates upon successful completion, enhancing their employability in the food industry.
Impact & Expected Outcomes
- Skill Development: Participants acquired industry-relevant culinary skills, improving their ability to work in professional kitchens or start their own ventures.
- Enhanced Employability: The training and certification significantly increased their job prospects in restaurants, catering services, and food businesses.
- Confidence Building: The program fostered self-reliance, preparing women to confidently explore career opportunities.
- Economic Empowerment: Equipped with culinary skills, the participants now have pathways to sustainable employment or entrepreneurship in the food industry.
Conclusion
The10-Day Culinary Training Program was a remarkable initiative that successfully empowered women by providing them with valuable culinary skills and professional exposure. The collaboration between Debabrata Auro Foundation and Taj SATS played a crucial role in fostering self-reliance and creating future employment opportunities for these women.
With the knowledge gained, the participants are now better prepared to enter the food industry or start their own culinary businesses. The program marks a significant step towards economic empowerment and skill-building for underprivileged women.
We look forward to conducting more such initiatives to support and uplift women through skill-based training and career development! 🎉
