Although CHOP: The Culinary Hub of Providence has been serving the community since this summer, the restaurant officially celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 9, 2024. The event brought together dignitaries, local leaders, and community members to highlight CHOP’s dual mission of delivering exceptional dining experiences and providing hands-on training to future culinary professionals.
U.S. Senator Jack Reed, U.S. Representative Gabe Amo, U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner, Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos, Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, and leadership from Citizens, a longtime supporter and valued funder of CHOP, joined the celebration, commending the organization’s unique role as a social enterprise that blends culinary excellence with workforce development. CHOP, in partnership with Genesis Center, offers students from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to train in a fully operational restaurant, preparing them for careers in Rhode Island’s booming hospitality industry.
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