Become A US Foods® Scholar:
Submit Your Application by May 11!
Launch your career.
Live your passion.
Jumpstart your career with the support of chefs and experts at the forefront of the culinary and hospitality scene! Through US Foods® Scholars, we are cultivating the next generation of great culinary talent, and that journey begins with you.
Eligible students pursuing or planning to pursue a degree in the Culinary Arts, Hospitality or a related discipline at an accredited two- or four-year college or university as a full-time undergraduate for the entire upcoming academic year may apply for US Foods Scholars on our online application portal by May 11, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CT.
Click Here to see a full list of eligibility requirements and criteria, and submit your application today!
Investing in Tomorrow’s
Culinary Talent
Since 2017, the US Foods Scholars program has awarded financial support and professional development to students pursuing careers in the culinary arts, restaurant and hospitality industries. The program aims to inspire the next generation of culinary talent to reach their potential and helps address the talent shortage facing the foodservice industry.
Along with our partners at Scholarship America, we identify deserving candidates who require additional resources to continue their culinary or hospitality journeys.
Each student named a US Foods Scholar receives a $20,000 scholarship to support their education, as well as exclusive opportunities to engage with and learn from US Foods Chefs and professionals.
Our US Foods Scholars have gained industry experience participating in US Foods Scoop™ product launches, customer visits, in-kitchen demo days with US Foods Chefs and other exclusive professional development opportunities.