For 250 years, restaurants have powered America. They fuel connection, power the economy, and open doors of opportunity. From the corner taquería that’s fed the neighborhood for decades to the multi-unit brand with a loyal following, restaurants are where communities gather, businesses grow, and careers take root.
Now the National Restaurant Association wants to put restaurant owners, chefs, and anyone who has worked in the industry front and center with its Made in Restaurants campaign. Whether you opened the doors, worked the line, managed the floor, or kept the supply chain moving, the Association wants to hear how a restaurant launched your career, built your skills, or gave your community its footing.
Sharing your story is simple and can be done in three short steps:
- Tell us about yourself. Share your role, your restaurant, and what the industry has meant to you.
- Share your moment. Record a short video or upload a photo that captures what it means to work in this industry.
- Join the conversation. Your submission may be featured in the campaign, helping tell the story of America’s restaurant community.
For operators who started as dishwashers and now own the building, or chefs who turned a family recipe into a livelihood, this is a chance to show why the industry deserves continued support as a catalyst for career growth and opportunity for all.
Ready to share? Click “Start Your Video” and follow the prompts to begin.