High School Recipe Challenge

Presented by Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts

Are You Ready to Become a VooDoo Chef?

The VooDoo Chef High School Recipe Challenge is an exciting opportunity for Florida high school students to showcase their culinary creativity and compete for a culinary scholarship. Each year, students craft bold, VooDoo-inspired dishes using VooDoo Chef Red Seasoning, pushing their skills to the next level. More than just a competition, this challenge is part of the VooDoo Chef Foundation’s mission to inspire and support the next generation of culinary leaders. To enter, students must develop a unique recipe featuring VooDoo Chef Red Seasoning and submit it for a chance to win a scholarship to turn their culinary dreams into reality.

ENTER COMPETITION

Why Compete?

Showcase your culinary talent
Win a scholarship to jumpstart your culinary career
Get recognized by industry professionals
Join the VooDoo Chef Foundation’s mission to support future chefs

How to Enter:

*High School Students Only*

Create a unique recipe using VooDoo Chef Red Seasoning
Submit your recipe for a chance to win a scholarship
Create, cook, and impress the judges!

“If it wasn’t for Chef Youngs my passion may have been lost. Thanks to him and the VooDoo Foundation I was awarded almost $19,000.00 in scholarship making my dreams a reality.”

Alexus QuionesAssistant General Manager, Alessi Bakeries

“The Naomi Tidwell Scholarship helped my success. It gave me confidence that I have carried throughout my career! I am very honored to have been the first once to receive the scholarship.”

Amanda HigginsPastry Sous Chef, Apple Inc.

“The VooDoo Chef Foundation is an asset to aspiring Culinarians in many ways. The Foundation leads through mentorship, scholarship, education, and inspiration.”

Chef Michael MoenchDean of Culinary, Keiser University Center for Culinary Arts

“Not only does VooDoo Underground provide an opportunity for our students to earn scholarship dollars, competing also builds the students confidence they need to be successful in the hospitality industry.”

Paul BonannoChef/Instructor, Strawberry Crest High School

I would not be where I am today without the support and guidance of Chef Youngs and the VooDoo Chef Foundation.

Treasure SneadChef, Tampa

“I have supported the Foundation since inception and I can personally attest to the impact it has on the students of Tampa Bay.”

Phil AlessiOwner of Alessi Bakeries

“I have worked with VooDoo Chef, Erik Youngs, to support the VooDoo Chef Foundation for a while and I am amazed what an impact The Foundation has on the Tampa Bay community. It’s inspiring to watch the students excel and succeed. Erik truly cares about each student he meets.”

Serina AdlerOwner & Creative, Adler Creative Studios

“The Our HOPE! the event was such a blessing to Robinson High School. Our students have lost so much over the last year, it was wonderful to make them feel special and provide them with a unique experience.”

Jennifer RosageFormer Assistant Principal, Tampa

VOODOO CHEF FOUNDATION

Where Passion for Food Creates Opportunities

The VooDoo Chef Foundation was created to promote education, nurture talent, and impact the Foodservice & Hospitality industry. Ultimately, our goal is to help students develop their own unique path in the Foodservice & Hospitality industry and achieve success wherever the industry takes them. Through culinary and education programs, we provide much needed support to our community in the Greater Tampa Bay area.

The VooDoo Chef Foundation has awarded over $100,000 in culinary scholarships to students in need and has helped feed over 3,000 families annually. By supporting the VooDoo Chef Foundation through donations and sponsorships, you are helping us build up the community through food and education, providing a sense of belonging to youths in need, and encouraging our students to dream big!

DONATE VOLUNTEER

Let’s Cook Up Change Together

BECOME A SPONSOR

Presenting Sponsor

Recognized as the “Presenting” sponsor on the event page, signage, social media posts, publications, and marketing events. Sponsor’s name/logo will be displayed on an award check presented to the winner. Includes representation on the judging panel and the HSRC podcast. Company-provided marketing materials (swag) will be included in winner bags.

$7,500

Powered by Sponsor

Recognized as the “Powered By” sponsor on the event page, signage, social media posts, publications, and marketing events. Sponsor’s name/logo with a personalized message will be featured on the label of seasoning sent to each entrant. Includes representation on the HSRC podcast. Company-provided marketing materials (swag) will be included in winner bags.

$5,000

Uniform Sponsor

Recognized as the “Uniform” sponsor on the event page, signage, social media posts, publications, and marketing events. Sponsor’s name/logo will be displayed on jackets awarded to winners. Includes representation on the HSRC podcast. Company-provided marketing materials (swag) will be included in winner bags.

$3,500

Scholarship Sponsor

Support the future of the industry through scholarship contributions. Recognized as a scholarship partner on the foundation website and represented on the HSRC podcast. Help fund opportunities for students and aspiring chefs through this initiative.

$2,500

Awards Sponsor

Contribute to the High School Recipe Challenge winners’ award bundle and be recognized as an “Awards Sponsor” during the awards presentation, supporting the next generation of culinary talent.

$2,500

Marketing Sponsor

Company name and logo featured on the event website and signage. Company-provided marketing materials (swag) will be included in guests’ take-away bags, increasing brand visibility among attendees.

High School Recipe Challenge

Are You Ready to Become a VooDoo Chef?

Why Compete?

How to Enter:

Alexus Quiones

Jada Vidal

“If it wasn’t for Chef Youngs my passion may have been lost. Thanks to him and the VooDoo Foundation I was awarded almost $19,000.00 in scholarship making my dreams a reality.”

“The Naomi Tidwell Scholarship helped my success. It gave me confidence that I have carried throughout my career! I am very honored to have been the first once to receive the scholarship.”

“The VooDoo Chef Foundation is an asset to aspiring Culinarians in many ways. The Foundation leads through mentorship, scholarship, education, and inspiration.”

“Not only does VooDoo Underground provide an opportunity for our students to earn scholarship dollars, competing also builds the students confidence they need to be successful in the hospitality industry.”

“I have supported the Foundation since inception and I can personally attest to the impact it has on the students of Tampa Bay.”

“I have worked with VooDoo Chef, Erik Youngs, to support the VooDoo Chef Foundation for a while and I am amazed what an impact The Foundation has on the Tampa Bay community. It’s inspiring to watch the students excel and succeed. Erik truly cares about each student he meets.”

“The Our HOPE! the event was such a blessing to Robinson High School. Our students have lost so much over the last year, it was wonderful to make them feel special and provide them with a unique experience.”

Where Passion for Food Creates Opportunities

Let’s Cook Up Change Together

Presenting Sponsor

$7,500

Powered by Sponsor

$5,000

Uniform Sponsor

$3,500

Scholarship Sponsor

$2,500

Awards Sponsor

$2,500

Marketing Sponsor

$500

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