Empower
A Unique an Exclusive Curriculum
The Culinary Training Unit at the centre is built to the standards of a commercialized kitchen, equipped with the latest technology and kitchenware needed to train chefs in all areas, such as hot and cold cooking and baking. Not forgetting those that maybe wheelchair bound, it also includes a station which is specifically designed to allow their ease-of-access.
18-20 students from underprivileged or war-affected homes enroll for the training course at a time, with each course taking place over a period of three months. Following a pre-approved curriculum and study plan, the course ensures the students receive a disciplined and focused training. The students enrolled include trainees with physical disabilities and youth from rural communities and the plantation sector in Sri Lanka. The lessons are conducted by MJFCF’s own Training Instructors/Chefs supported by culinary training professionals and WACS certified chefs from across the world.
The school also facilitates frequent visits from culinary experts from around the world - renowned Celebrity Chefs and Dilmah Ambassadors such as Simon Gault (chef, entrepreneur, food writer, television personality) and Peter Kuruvita (chef, restaurateur and media personality). With years of experience, they are able to provide the students invaluable insights and exposure that cannot be obtained even through some of the highest paid culinary courses. At the end of the training course, MJFCF aims to assist the students in finding jobs where they can best apply the skills and knowledge they have acquired.
18-20 students from underprivileged or war-affected homes enroll for the training course at a time, with each course taking place over a period of three months. Following a pre-approved curriculum and study plan, the course ensures the students receive a disciplined and focused training. The students enrolled include trainees with physical disabilities and youth from rural communities and the plantation sector in Sri Lanka. The lessons are conducted by MJFCF’s own Training Instructors/Chefs supported by culinary training professionals and WACS certified chefs from across the world.
The school also facilitates frequent visits from culinary experts from around the world - renowned Celebrity Chefs and Dilmah Ambassadors such as Simon Gault (chef, entrepreneur, food writer, television personality) and Peter Kuruvita (chef, restaurateur and media personality). With years of experience, they are able to provide the students invaluable insights and exposure that cannot be obtained even through some of the highest paid culinary courses. At the end of the training course, MJFCF aims to assist the students in finding jobs where they can best apply the skills and knowledge they have acquired.
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Bocuse d’Or Silver Medalist inspires budding Chefs at the Empower Culinary & Hospitality School, Moratuwa
Cooking up inspiration at the Empower Culinary & Hospitality School, Bocuse d’Or Silver Medalist in ‘97 Chef Roland Debuyst visited ECHS at the MJF Foundation Centre, Moratuwa.
The Swashakthi Tea Room and Bakery
A unique initiative by the MJF Charitable Foundation under the Women’s Development program, the Swashakthi Tea Room and Bakery set up at the MJF Centre in Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, offers a variety of wholesome organic food at an affordable price.
World Class Chefs visit the Dilmah MJFCF’s Empower Culinary Training Centre
Three renowned chefs – Selvana Chelvanaigum, Head Pastry Chef at Vue De Monde, Sean Collins, Executive Chef at Novotel Brisbane and Volker Marecek, Executive Chef at Langham Hotel in Auckland have visited the Empower Culinary Hospitality and Inspirational School.
The Young Aspiring Chefs
19 year old R. Vijeyakumara is chasing a dream. His dream is to become like the celebrity chef, Peter Kuruvita, someday. Vijeyakumara finds the life story of this world famous chef very motivating; particularly how he started his culinary training at the young age of 15, Vijeyakumara says.
Settlor of the Empower Culinary Hospitality and Inspirational School
Thirty four years after his impossible dream, he decided to launch his own brand. In his first press interview in Australia prior to the launch, he said, today, tea is a cheap commodity, I will bring integrity back to tea
Governors of the Empower Culinary Hospitality and Inspirational School
His signature style of waterside locations and fresh quality seafood spiced with his cultural flavors can also be experienced in Australia at Noosa Beach House, his restaurant partnership with Sheraton Noosa Resort.
Empower Culinary & Hospitality School receives prestigious WorldChefs Certification
The Empower Culinary & Hospitality School, Sri Lanka’s premier culinary and hospitality facility, which creates new avenues for underprivileged and marginalised youth with empowerment through education in the gastronomy and hospitality industry of Sri Lanka was granted World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS) recognition.
Empower Culinary & Hospitality School’s inaugural batch graduates
The Empower Culinary & Hospitality School felicitated its inaugural batch consisting 13 young chefs at a gala graduation night held on February 7 at the school premises. Witnessing this milestone in their lives were Governors of the School -Bernd Uber, Peter Kuruvita, Rohan Fernandopulle