2023 Minnesota State ProStart Invitational
On Tuesday, February 28, 17 teams from 11 Minnesota high schools traveled to Saint Paul for the Minnesota State ProStart Invitational, a competition focused on culinary arts and restaurant management. Top finishers, listed below, were awarded scholarships and the chance to represent Minnesota at the National ProStart Invitation in Washington D.C. in May.
With knives sharpened and presentation decks polished, 70 student competitors across Minnesota competed in front of culinary and restaurant business leaders, family and friends in one, or both of two divisions. Award-winning broadcaster and food critic, Jason DeRusha, served as the emcee for this year’s Invitational.
With knives sharpened and presentation decks polished, 70 student competitors across Minnesota competed in front of culinary and restaurant business leaders, family and friends in one, or both of two divisions. Award-winning broadcaster and food critic, Jason DeRusha, served as the emcee for this year’s Invitational.
2023 Minnesota State ProStart Invitational Results
The 2023 Minnesota State ProStart Invitational was welcomed to the Saint Paul RiverCentre this year for a second year! Teams from across Minnesota gathered for competition in two divisions: culinary arts and management. Congratulations to all the participants on a job well done! The first place finishers in each division will travel to Washington D.C. to represent Minnesota at the National ProStart Invitational May 2 - 4.
ProStart State Culinary Competition Winners
Best Knife Skills
Teamwork
Sanitation
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ProStart State Management Competition Winners
Creative Plating
Professional Menu Design
Essence of Taste
Team Spirit
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