Thank you for your interest in applying to CEIP, the Culinary Enrichment and Innovation Program — a culinary leadership program from The Culinary Institute of America and Hormel Foods.
Application forms will be accepted September 1 – November 30, 2026.
Qualifications
• 10+ years professional culinary experience
• Proven culinary and leadership skills
• Highly creative and innovative
• Long-term commitment to the industry
Prerequisites
There are no academic prerequisites. College degree and/or past schooling in, or certification from, a culinary institution is not required for acceptance. This is, however, a fast-paced, interactive learning environment requiring participation among other professionals.
Classes for this program are held three times over a 12-month period. Participants must commit to this timeframe:
Module I: Napa, CA April 5–8, 2027
Module II: San Antonio, TX October 2027
Module III: Hyde Park, NY April 2028