Since a critical factor in adult learning is having revealed knowledge occur through the participant’s actions (not by a sage on the stage), the everyday act of cooking promises to provide all the necessary opportunities to build organizational competencies in:

• Collaboration & Communication
  
• Chaos Tolerance & Uncertainty
  
• Team Building & Trust
  
• Leadership & Management
  
• Customer Service & Product Development
  
• Innovation & creativity
  
• Resource Sharing and Knowledge Transfer

The session is built around a customized menu that fosters both creativity and strict adherence to process. Distinct teams are configured for meal preparation and presentation. Through various cooking group activities, the specific work modalities that are creating breakdowns and organization setbacks are revealed. The participants then get to appreciate the fruits of their combined efforts (eat a three-course meal) while creating solutions to their “revealed” organizational circumstances. Planning for the future while sharing a great meal memorializes the experience. The entire experience is enjoyable and educational.

Sample Costs/Fees - using the Ritz Carlton Pentagon City* as a possible venue:

1. Facilities: possible charge of $500 for half a ballroom for the day’s session.

2. Chef Support: $125 per chef for 3 hours (standard usage).

Additional chefs may be necessary depending on size of group.

3. Meal: For menu selections creating a three-course meal, consider a per person fee of $80 (to include service charges and tax) as average. This includes hotel staff support plus food and beverage (not including soft drinks, wine or other alcohol).

4. RTI design and facilitation fees: Starting at $3,000. Laminated recipe cards are included as participant mementos.

5. Additional favors: monogrammed aprons and/or group photo with chef - Costs TBD.

* The venue will vary depending upon the client’s needs and available location.