With MedStar Family Choice DC
Culinary Choice
A six-week culinary program for D.C. teens ages 14–17 with a passion for cooking and a love for creating delicious, healthy meals.
What to expect
Six weeks in a real kitchen.
Teens learn the basics of cooking, food science, agricultural practices, and nutrition through interactive lessons and hands-on cooking with Food Jonezi chefs.
Interactive food and nutrition lessons and cooking activities
A chef kit: knife set, utensils, measuring tools, chef jacket and hat
Program curriculum with recipes and notes
ServSafe certification opportunity
Paid opportunities to work alongside Food Jonezi chefs at community and catering events
Who can apply
Ready to apply?
D.C. residents ages 14–17
Free for MedStar Family Choice DC enrollees
Dates and location are posted here when the next session opens.
Have these ready
Your school, GPA, and the ward you live in
Your health insurance details (a MedStar Family Choice member number if you have one)
An optional 3-minute video introducing yourself
The application takes a few minutes, and you can save your progress and finish later.