Junior Chef Summer Camps 2025
It's that time of year again!
Camp registration opens on Monday, January 20th, 2025 at 8.00am.
Our Junior Chef Summer Camps are for upcoming 3rd-5th & 6th-8th graders for the 2025 school year. Camps are from June 9th-Aug 15th, Monday-Friday for a half-day experience 8-11AM or 1-4PM.
Junior Chefs will learn knife skills, a multitude of cooking techniques, food safety, regional cuisines, ingredient identification, and to top it all off - how to put together dishes from scratch!
We offer two different themes to choose from:
- Home Style Comfort :
Get ready for a tasty adventure! In Home Style Comfort, Junior Chefs will cook up family-friendly meals that everyone will love. Each day brings a new dish from around the world, perfect for cozy nights in. Your young chef will leave camp ready to whip up delicious meals that turn any day into a family feast!
- Dining Out
Turn your young chef into a gourmet pro! In Dining Out, we’ll bring the magic of fine dining straight to their hands. Junior Chefs will learn to make stylish, restaurant-worthy dishes from around the world. Perfect for foodies who want to impress, this theme is all about mastering flavors and skills that bring the dining experience home.
Food Allergies or Preferences?
Menus are subject to change based on availability and seasonality of some items. If your child has any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or even food curious - we do our best to work around your child’s needs as necessary. Make a comment while at check-out! Simple. As. That.
Safety first
The health and safety of your child is of utmost importance. First Aid kits are on-site, but if your child needs something specific, bring it on Monday. Hand washing sink and hand sanitizers are at each workstation and dining table.
Don't forget to bring re-usable Tupperware every day of camp! We care about the social and environmental impact of the food we eat. That’s why we emphasize the importance of minimizing food waste, and enjoying a meal with friends and family.
Cost
The camp cost is $495, plus 8.5% sales tax. Installment payments are available upon request—please contact us for more details. Alternatively, you can use the Shop installment option if you have a Shop account.
If your child is attending another Stanley summer camp, we offer extra hours for kids to stay with us before/after camp! Select the option "Junior Chef camp M-F with extra 2 hours 11am-1pm" while at check out. It is $250/week between 11am-1pm.
This year, we are honored to offer 4 full-ride scholarships; 2 scholarships for 3rd-5th graders and 2 scholarships for 6th-8th graders. Click here for Junior Chef scholarship application.
Interested in Something for Your High Schooler?
If you have a high schooler interested in leveling up their culinary skills, check out our Sous Chef Program! Click here for more details on this exciting opportunity.
Please click on each class, date and time, to register - Open on Jan 20, 2025
3rd-5th Grades | Junior Chef Summer Camp
6th-8th Grades | Junior Chef Summer Camp
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long is the camp?
Each camp is 5 half-days, Monday through Friday. Every week we will offer both a morning and afternoon camp for different age groups.
When do classes begin?
Our summer camps runs from June – August. Students in the AM section will need to arrive by 7:55am for our 8am – 11am morning classes. Students in the PM section will need to arrive by 12:55am for our 1pm – 4pm afternoon classes.
How many students are enrolled in each week–long session?
To ensure that everyone has a great time, and ample hands–on instruction, we limit our sessions to 9 students.
You want my kids to play with knives and fire?
When working with knives, steam, and fire, safety is always our top priority. Your student will be taught how to navigate a kitchen safely, use a knife correctly, and handle hot pans confidently. Each class has a 9:1 student to chef ratio, ensuring that everyone has both a delicious and safe time.
What will my junior chef learn?
Our students learn how to grill, sauté, poach, bake, chop, and more. Each day, your junior chef will learn how to prepare 2–3 dishes. At Create, we care about the social and environmental impact of the food we eat. That’s why we emphasize the importance of minimizing food waste, and enjoying a meal with friends and family.
My student has allergies, can they still attend the camp?
Our menus are tailored to accommodate most allergies. Please contact us directly for more information.
What age ranges are you enrolling?
We have divided the camp into two sections. Students from 3rd–5th grade in one, and students from 6th–8th grade in the other.
Cancellation Policy
To receive a full refund for your summer camp reservation, please notify Create one month (30 days) prior to your scheduled camp date.
How much does the camp cost?
Each camp is $495 per student + Sales Tax