Anthony’s Story

Married with two small children, Anthony Bryant wanted to give his family the best life possible. Deep down, he knew being a delivery driver wouldn’t fulfill that desire. He had dreams of becoming a chef, but hadn’t found an opportunity to pursue his passion until he found our food service training program at Good Harvest.

Once enrolled in the intensive 12-week program, Anthony received both the classroom learning and hands-on kitchen experience that had him “doing what I like to do!” In the process of earning a Green Scarf, an Orange Scarf and finally a Red Scarf, he learned how to increase and decrease recipes, cook from scratch, ensure food handling safety, and so much more, while working in the production kitchen that prepares approximately 5,000 meals a day.

Along the way, Anthony had his metal tested. Even though he had support from his instructors and fellow participants, he became plagued by self-doubt. Over the 12 weeks, his motivation began to wane. But his instructors wouldn’t let him fail. Through one-on-one interaction and inspiration, Anthony rose to meet his potential, secured his ServSafe Manager’s certification, graduated from the job training program and was hired as kitchen aide in an adult day care facility.

“The job training program helped me grow as an individual and be a multi-tasker and team player. It changed me as a person. Not just with skills in the kitchen, but in being able to get over my struggles and doubts,”

Anthony got a taste for success and sees himself owning a food truck in the not too far away future, working for himself. And now he has the skills to make that dream a reality.