| Culinary Leadership Experience |
| Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to elevate your team's skills! Join us for the Culinary Leadership Experience, hosted by the ICA Culinary Council, on June 11-12, 2025. The experience kicks off with a memorable dinner at Beholder, a 2025 James Beard Award Semifinalist Chef, Jonathan Brooks in the Indianapolis Warehouse district. The next day will be a full day of culinary and operations education at the Omni Severin Hotel followed by a tour of Nameless Catering. This event is designed specifically for your Culinary and Operations leadership teams—register now to secure your spot and inspire your team with industry-leading insights! Check out the schedule below and register now. |
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
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Times are listed in Eastern Time.
| 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
Culinary Leadership Dinner at Beholder
(Beholder, 1844 East 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46201)
Beholder is a chef-and sommelier-driven restaurant located near several historic neighborhoods, including Woodruff Place, Little Flower, and Emerson Heights. Indianapolis, Indiana. Co-owned by renowned chef Jonathan Brooks and sommelier Josh Mazanowski, the restaurant offers an intimate dining experience in an energetic, eclectic environment. The menu features world-inspired small and large plates that encourage sharing, showcasing innovative flavor combinations and culinary artistry. Brooks, a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist chef, brings his creative vision to the kitchen, while the restaurant’s outstanding wine program has earned national recognition, including a James Beard nomination and a spot on Wine Enthusiast’s top 100 wine restaurants list.
Culinary Leadership Experience attendees will enjoy a private dining experience and hear from owner, Jonathan Brooks.
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| Thursday, June 12, 2025 |
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All meals and education sessions will take place at the Omni Severin Hotel (40 West Jackson Place, Indianapolis, Indiana 46225) in the Illinois Room.
At the end of the day, all attendees will go to Nameless Catering (2628 Shelby Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46203) to tour their kitchen.
| 8:15 am - 8:45 am |
Breakfast
Come and enjoy breakfast with all attendees.
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| 8:45 am - 8:50 am |
ICA Culinary Leadership Experience Welcome and Announcements
Jay Varga, Executive Chef, The JDK Group
ICA Culinary Council Chair
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| 8:50 am - 9:40 am |
Continuous Learning & Culinary Leadership, and How to Stay Ahead
Jay Varga, Executive Chef, The JDK Group
ICA Culinary Council Chair
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| 9:40 am - 10:30 am |
AI in Your Culinary Life
Jeremy Langemann, Executive Chef, Bingemans Catering
ICA Board Member
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| 10:30 am - 10:45 am |
Coffee Break
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| 10:45 am - 12:00 pm |
The Art of the Hors d'oeuvre: 50 Best Selling Hors d'oeuvres from ICA Chefs
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| 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm |
Lunch
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| 12:30 pm -1:15 pm |
Your Role as a Leader & Balancing Your Creativity
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| 1:15 pm - 1:30 pm |
Short Break
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| 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm |
Bending Your Leadership Style to Train Different Types of Learners
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| 2:15 pm - 3:15 pm |
ICA Chef's Roundtable ILR: HOT TOPICS - Bring Your Kitchen Woes, We'll Help Solve 'Em!
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| 3:15 pm - 3:30 pm |
Closing Remarks
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| 3:30 pm - 3:45 pm |
Travel to Nameless Catering from the Omni Severin Hotel
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| 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm |
Nameless Catering Kitchen Tour
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