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If you have time to watch only one new reality series, you should make it the Chef Jeff Project. This Food Network reality series is absolutely wonderful. Chef Jeff Henderson, who did time for drug dealing over a decade ago, is now an award-winning chef, motivational speaker and author and he is truly giving back by taking six “at risk” young people under his wing and teaching them how to cook in his catering business.
But he doesn’t stop with teaching cooking. He teaches them how to present themselves to employers and clients, how to lead a team, follow instructions and the very most important lesson he gives them is how to respect and feel good about themselves. He mentors them on life, and the kitchen is merely the classroom.
I found this show by accident…a happy accident. It hasn’t gotten the publicity it deserves. I was immediately touched by the stories the young people told of their backgrounds and how hard it has been for them trying to find a way for themselves to thrive when they have grown up with no advantages. And they are learning to do just that.
The really cool part is that once they complete Chef Jeff’s program, they will all have scholarships to culinary schools where they can perfect their skills and become successful chefs like their mentor.
The Chef Jeff Project airs on Sundays on The Food Network at 10/9 pm. Be sure to tune in! It’s a terrific show!!
I think what chef Jeff has done with, and for these young people is terrific, And for the young people i am glad they took the responseibility to understand the opportunity they have been givin.Which shows they are looking for change in their lives thats the first step to moving towards a better life.
The November 9th episode was one of the most heart warming T.V shows I’ve ever watched. It’s remarkable how this man has has changed his life, and how the lives of these kids will be changed forever because of him. I am truly impressed, touched, and inspired as well by Jeff Henderson…
“The Chef Jeff Project”.
I accidently started watching this show and now I’ve told everyone about it. I watch it everytime it comes on and it shows how we all can help someone. I’m really concerned about the kids in foster care and have a friend who is going to start taking care of foster kids. This lady used to work in a prison and also a juvenille facility and is the most smartest and nicest person you ever want to meet.
you jeff,have turned your stumbling block into a stepping stone ….good job!
Jeff,
You are a Inspiration to all who have the dream’s and the ambition to make it work. I am very inspired by your show and lives you’ve touched. What can I do to be involved? keep up the good work.
Chef Jeff,
God Bless you for changing the lifes of those that yearn for a new beginning, an opportunity and inspiring them to wan’t to better themselves. More programs like yours are needed and truly are needed. I have watched all the episodes and was moved with how you moved those kids. Without your love and understanding they could have not made it. Bless you and your family and may the food network continue with this show for a brighter future for more kids.