Recipe for Change Employee Directory
Professional Training and CoachingIllinois, United States2-10 Employees
Recipe for Change is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization operating within the professional training and coaching sector. Founded in 2014 by Chef Bruno Abate, it began as a program for male detainees at Cook County Jail focused on healthy eating, nutrition, and high-quality cooking through on-site demonstrations, and has evolved into a broader workforce development initiative. The organization now serves both men and women in the jail, offering formal culinary and sanitation instruction, ServSafe certification, and internship experiences, alongside fine arts programs in music production and studio art. The program emphasizes community, collaboration, and positive engagement to support its students’ success, expanding its offerings to include culinary and fine arts pathways within the correctional setting. Located in Cook County, Illinois, Recipe for Change positions itself within the professional training and coaching space by providing structured skill development that can facilitate reintegration and personal development for incarcerated individuals.