Oklahoma Restaurant Association

Oklahoma Restaurant Association The Oklahoma Restaurant Association is the state trade association of restaurants operators. These members are truly a cornerstone in Oklahoma’s economy.

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association, founded in 1933 when a small group of 74 restaurant and cafeteria operators met to discuss issues within the industry, has now grown to include more than 4,500 member restaurant units and foodservice entities. As the state’s largest private-sector employer, Oklahoma’s foodservice industry employs over 151,000 people or 10% of the total job base, according to a

report by the National Restaurant Association. Research shows that one-third of all adults have worked in the foodservice industry at some time during their lives. These jobs lead to a continued growth in disposable personal income that, in turn, leads to more people dining out. And people are definitely dining out; in 2012, the ORA expects state restaurant sales to exceed $4.7 billion in sales. Additionally, within Oklahoma every dollar spent in these establishments generates an additional $1.13 of sales for the state economy. Each additional $1 million spent in eating-and-drinking places in Oklahoma generates an additional 33.8 jobs in the state. The ORA is recognized as one of the largest and most effective organizations in Oklahoma. With a strong presence at the state capitol, the ORA constantly monitors regulatory and legislative issues. Member services include food safety and alcohol server training, video and reference lending library, group insurance programs, educational seminars, special bulletins and the state's largest trade show. As we grow to meet the needs of our members in this changing industry, the ORA will continue to fulfill and maintain the visions of the original founders. We will be the representative voice and protect the interests of Oklahoma restaurateurs.

Meet Chef Chad Horvath! Chef Horvath has worked with the Oklahoma Restaurant Association on a few separate occasions, th...
06/05/2026

Meet Chef Chad Horvath! Chef Horvath has worked with the Oklahoma Restaurant Association on a few separate occasions, through Odyssey de Culinaire in 2014, the Culinary Cook-off, and judging ProStart in both Oklahoma & Texas for the last 7 years.

Chef Horvath, corporate Culinary Director for SERVEGROUP, originally grew up in Pleasant Grove, Utah. He started working in food and beverage at 16 and spent over 28 years in the industry in various positions. During that time, he got his Culinary Arts Degree from Scottsdale Culinary Institute, a Le Cordon Bleu program. Chad worked his way up through the ranks from dishwasher, line cook, lead cook, supervisor, saucier, Sous Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Executive Chef, Director of Food & Beverage, and leading his way finally to General Manager in the hospitality industry.

We are very happy to welcome back Chef Horvath!

Meet Chef Jeremy Johnson! Chef Johnson works at the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma. Johnson says, “I was born in Tulsa, O...
06/04/2026

Meet Chef Jeremy Johnson! Chef Johnson works at the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma.

Johnson says, “I was born in Tulsa, OK, to Sharon and Joseph Johnson. It did not take long for me to figure out that my favorite place was the kitchen… Over the last decade, I’ve been able to do what I am passionate about every day. I am able to serve the community that raised me. This brings me great pride and joy. My only hope as Chief Culinary Officer is to make an impact on our community the way it did for me.”

We are so excited to have Chef Johnson at Odyssey de Culinaire, Tulsa!

Meet Some of Our Featured Chefs! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳Devin Levine, BOK/Arvest Convention CenterSarah Leavell, BOK/Arvest Convention Ce...
06/03/2026

Meet Some of Our Featured Chefs! 👨‍🍳👩‍🍳

Devin Levine, BOK/Arvest Convention Center
Sarah Leavell, BOK/Arvest Convention Center
Sam English, Forno Santo
Phillip Phillips, Diagoro
Jeremy Johnson, The Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
Chad Horvath, Serve Group
Randy Page, Cricket & Fig
Tyler Whitson, Copper Dome
Amanda Simcoe, Meat and Cheese Show
Joel Bein, Meat and Cheese Show
Bill Lyle, The Summit Club

These chefs will be joining us at Odyssey de Culinaire, Tulsa, 2026!

Odyssey is a one-of-a-kind tasting event that brings together Oklahoma’s top chefs and rising ProStart culinary students for an evening that blends incredible food, wine pairings, and a shared purpose: supporting the next generation of culinary talent.

🗓 Thursday, June 25th | 6:00-9:00 PM
📍 Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma, 1304 N Kenosha Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106
🍷 Wine pairings
🎉 Live auction
👩‍🍳 Culinary mentorship in action
🎟 Must be 21+ to attend: $150 per person - Single Reserved Seat, $1,200 - Full Reserved Table of 8 guests

Come celebrate the future of Oklahoma culinary arts! Register now: https://web.okrestaurants.com/events/OHF-Odyssey-de-C...
06/01/2026

Come celebrate the future of Oklahoma culinary arts! Register now: https://web.okrestaurants.com/events/OHF-Odyssey-de-Culinaire-Tulsa-2026-3182/details

Tulsa, Odyssey de Culinaire is back! 🎉

Join us on June 25, 2026, at the Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma for an unforgettable evening pairing Oklahoma ProStart students and chefs together to create incredible culinary experiences. Proceeds benefit the Oklahoma Hospitality Foundation and help prepare students for careers in the culinary and hospitality industries.

Enjoy amazing food while supporting the next generation of Oklahoma culinary talent!
📍 Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma
📅 June 25, 2026 | 5:45 PM Check-in | 6:15 PM Program Begins
📍 1304 N Kenosha Ave, Tulsa, OK 74106

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Jonathan Morales for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and ou...
05/29/2026

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Jonathan Morales for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our hospitality industry.

Jonathan Morales is committed to fighting back against NYC banks and reining in credit card companies that continue to burden restaurants and small businesses with excessive fees.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our industry and for completing the 2026 ORA Candidate Questionnaire.

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Tyler Herring for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our h...
05/29/2026

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Tyler Herring for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our hospitality industry.

Tyler Herring is committed to fighting back against NYC banks and reining in credit card companies that continue to burden restaurants and small businesses with excessive fees.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our industry and for completing the 2026 ORA Candidate Questionnaire.

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Jessica Winegeart for State Senate 2026 for standing with Oklahoma ...
05/29/2026

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Jessica Winegeart for State Senate 2026 for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our hospitality industry.

Jessica Winegeart for State Senate 2026 is committed to fighting back against NYC banks and reining in credit card companies that continue to burden restaurants and small businesses with excessive fees.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our industry and for completing the 2026 ORA Candidate Questionnaire.

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Rick Koch for State Senate for standing with Oklahoma small busines...
05/29/2026

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Rick Koch for State Senate for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our hospitality industry.

Rick Koch for State Senate is committed to fighting back against NYC banks and reining in credit card companies that continue to burden restaurants and small businesses with excessive fees.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our industry and for completing the 2026 ORA Candidate Questionnaire.

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Curtis Erwin for State Senate for standing with Oklahoma small busi...
05/29/2026

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Curtis Erwin for State Senate for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our hospitality industry.

Curtis Erwin for State Senate is committed to fighting back against NYC banks and reining in credit card companies that continue to burden restaurants and small businesses with excessive fees.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our industry and for completing the 2026 ORA Candidate Questionnaire.

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Meredith McGinnis for Senate for standing with Oklahoma small busin...
05/29/2026

The Oklahoma Restaurant Association proudly supports Meredith McGinnis for Senate for standing with Oklahoma small businesses and our hospitality industry.

Meredith McGinnis for Senate is committed to fighting back against NYC banks and reining in credit card companies that continue to burden restaurants and small businesses with excessive fees.

Thank you for your commitment to helping our industry and for completing the 2026 ORA Candidate Questionnaire.

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73118

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