NJ ProStart

06/25/2026

Thank you to everyone who contributed to NJREF's 2026 ProStart Golf Classic! A strong rainstorm closed the course a little early this year, but we managed to tally and award the top golfers, enjoy good food and drinks at the clubhouse, and raffle off prizes from our donors. Most importantly, we were able to raise money for our local ProStart students–the future of our industry!

06/01/2026

Golf for a cause with the New Jersey Restaurant Educational Foundation! We're seeking golfers and sponsors for a day of fun on Monday, June 22, at the Cobblestone Creek Country Club. Proceeds from the event will benefit our local ProStart students–the bright talent and future stars of our culinary industry. Please consider sponsoring this event or helping our Foundation spread the word.
Learn more or register here: https://www.njrha.org/events/nj-prostart-golf-classic-2026

05/27/2026

Support the NJ ProStart Program and have a great time on June 22, 2026!

NJ golf outing hosted by NJREF/NJRHA for ProStart. Golf fundraisers in New Jersey.

03/27/2026

⛳️ Registration is now open!

Join us for the 2026 NJ ProStart Golf Classic on June 22 at Cobblestone Creek Country Club – a great afternoon of golf, networking and supporting the future of New Jersey’s hospitality industry.

This signature event raises critical funds for the NJ ProStart Program, helping prepare the next generation of culinary and restaurant professionals.

Whether you're golfing or sponsoring, don’t miss this opportunity to get involved and make an impact.

🔗 Register today: https://www.njrha.org/events/nj-prostart-golf-classic-2026

02/27/2026

This week, our high schools, volunteers, and sponsors braved elements of a winter storm to execute our annual ProStart Student Invitational (NJPSI).

Nine of the Garden State's top culinary programs battled in a culinary challenge; four competed in restaurant management. Facing school closures and weather delays, we found a way to make it happen.

We are indebted to every single person who supported us, whether financially or through their mentorship.

Huge shout outs to: and New Century Benefits.

12/22/2025

Get involved with the 2026 ProStart Student Invitational! Judges, volunteers and sponsorships now available!

https://www.njrha.org/events/new-jersey-prostart-invitational-2026

12/22/2025

Chef, author, and mentor Jesse Jones speaks about his journey and what it means to receive the 2025 NJRHA Community Impact Award.

12/16/2025

12/02/2025

The NJ Restaurant Educational Foundation needs volunteers and judges to support ProStart students at the 2026 NJ ProStart Student Invitational! If you're interested, please complete this short survey (even if you have participated before)!

Volunteer Survey: https://s.surveyplanet.com/40juthzx