Executive chef Kayjona Rogers on making her mark in the culinary arts
Kayjona Rogers is the 28-year-old executive chef at Studio Lounge. It all began when a run-in with the law offered Rogers the opportunity to attend a Foodlink program. That program changed the course of her life. Her passion for the culinary arts reignited, Rogers started her own catering business, Taste of Kay. From there, she […]
Curbside Market helps out Ovid community devastated by fire
During National Nutrition Month, the Curbside Market visited Ovid, NY, which recently lost its sole grocery store and several local businesses in a fire in January.
Alumni share their experiences with the Foodlink Career Fellowship
Four alumni of Foodlink’s culinary apprenticeship, the Foodlink Career Fellowship, share their stories about the program and their career paths after graduation. Thank you to KayJona, Bre, Charnel & Chauncy for your dedication and hard work! (March, 2024)
Voices from Foodlink’s network
In 2023, we interviewed several representatives from Foodlink’s network of food pantries and meal programs throughout our 10-county service area. Hear about the collective impact of our work! (January, 2024) Video credit: Oh!Davidson Creative.
How volunteers help support Foodlink’s mission
Hear from a couple of Foodlink’s “core” volunteers, and one local organization that gives back time and time again to help Foodlink end hunger and build healthier communities (January, 2024). Video credit: WROC Creative Services.
Launching culinary careers through the Foodlink Career Fellowship
Six years after its launch, Foodlink staff and Foodlink Career Fellowship alumni reflect on the impact of New York’s only cook apprenticeship program. (January, 2024) Video Credit: Fish & Crown Creative.
Growth at the Foodlink Community Farm
One of this year’s ‘Nourishing Lives’ television special segments focused on the future of the Foodlink Community Farm — a vibrant growing space in Northwest Rochester. (January, 2024) Video credit: Oh!Davidson Creative
Volunteering at Foodlink: Safety Orientation
Thank you for volunteering at Foodlink! Your safety is our top priority. We ask that you please adhere to the following guidelines during your shift in our distribution center.
‘Dignity and respect’ at the Foodlink Community Café
Learn more about the Foodlink Community Café in downtown Rochester, and how it helps prepare culinary apprentices for their new careers, and serve a diverse customer base inside the Central Library (115 South Ave.). Video credit: WROC-TV Creative Services
Welcome to the Foodlink Community Café!
“Food should taste good, and do good” … that’s the mantra of the Foodlink Community Café! Our nonprofit café helps train culinary apprentices for their new careers, and offers an amazingly delicious menu inside our downtown library location. Stop by soon! 115 South Ave. Rochester, NY — www.foodlinkcommunitycafe.org — Video credit: Partners + Napier
