Forward's culinary and entrepreneurship courses teach what we actually do with restaurants, hotels and food businesses: feasibility check, menu building, food cost, pricing, staff and day-to-day operations. Learn from people who have been supporting food businesses since 2008.

Three tracks

Entrepreneurs before opening a food business

From the idea to a plan: concept, location, feasibility check, setup costs, menu and pricing, and what needs to be ready before you sign a contract.

Food and beverage managers

Training for chefs, shift managers and food and beverage managers in hotels and restaurants: cost control, menu management, team management and day-to-day operations. Built around the organization's team and operations.

Digital self-study course

An online course that accompanies an entrepreneur from the idea stage to opening, with AI tools along the way. Currently available in a food business version and in English. To the digital course

What you learn

• Feasibility check and business plan for a food business
• Menu building and dish pricing
• Food cost and cost control
• Team management, shifts and operations
• AI tools that save time in running the business

For more depth: How much does it cost to open a restaurant, Food cost andMenu building. For all tracks: FORWARD ACADEMY.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the culinary course suitable for?

Entrepreneurs before opening a food business, restaurant owners, and food and beverage managers in hotels and restaurants.

Can the training be tailored to the team of a hotel or a chain?

Yes. The food and beverage manager training is built around the organization's team, menu and operations.

Is there a course I can take on my own?

Yes. The digital course for setting up a business is currently available in a food business version and in English. A broader version for all types of businesses is in development.

When will you get back to me after I contact you?

Within one business day.