AI-Powered Chef
Schedule
Wed May 27 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
75 Lawson Rd. Unit 109, Leesburg VA, 20175 | Leesburg, VA
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This transformative one-day course is taught by Certified Master Chef Rich Rosendale, who has integrated artificial intelligence into his workflow as a world-class chef, entrepreneur, and educator. Designed for culinary professionals, content creators, and innovators, this immersive experience will teach you how to harness AI tools to improve efficiency, creativity, and productivity in your culinary career.The class takes place at FORKLIFT, Rosendale’s boutique cooking school and innovation hub in Leesburg, VA, just outside of Washington, DC. Expect a dynamic blend of lecture, demonstration, and hands-on interaction with Chef Rosendale himself.
You’ll walk away not only inspired—but equipped—to build your own custom AI workflows, including tools like ChatGPT, MidJourney, and more. Bring your laptop and curiosity—this isn’t just a cooking class—it’s your on-ramp to the AI-powered future of food.
CLASS TOPICS
**Intro to AI for Chefs
- A guided overview of the most relevant AI tools, software, and platforms for modern culinary professionals.
**Creating Your Own Custom GPTs
- Chef Rosendale will walk you through setting up and designing a personalized GPT assistant for recipe development, menu planning, or business operations.
**Building Your Digital Clone
- Learn how to create your own AI-powered digital twin that can be used for content generation, customer engagement, and personal branding.
**AI in Culinary Production & Time Management
- Use tools like Notion AI, ChatGPT, and productivity hacks to streamline prep lists, mise en place, ordering systems, and more.
**Image Creation with MidJourney & DALL·E
- Generate professional-quality dish concepts, marketing imagery, and social media content with generative AI tools.
**Video Tools & Digital Training
- Learn how AI is transforming video creation for staff training, marketing, and online courses.
**Smart Equipment and Kitchens of the Future
- Explore cutting-edge equipment that leverages AI and automation for consistency and creativity in your kitchen.
**Social Media & Content Strategy with AI
- Discover how to automate and elevate your digital marketing strategy using AI scheduling, caption writing, content batching, and storytelling techniques.
**Tour the RC Culinary Lab
- Get an exclusive look inside Rosendale’s innovation lab and see the AI-integrated gear the team uses in real-world culinary environments.
WHAT YOU’LL GET
- Hands-on guidance with Chef Rosendale
- Create your own GPT assistant live in class
- A downloadable file with prompts, tools, and setup guides
- Post-class access to selected tools and platforms
- Certificate of Completion (eligible for ACF CE hours)
- A look into the future of culinary innovation
- What Chefs Are Saying About the Class
WHO THIS IS FOR
- Chefs and culinary leaders looking to evolve with technology
- Content creators and food entrepreneurs
- Restaurateurs, educators, and culinary students
- Anyone ready to merge creativity with cutting-edge tech
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Where is it happening?
75 Lawson Rd. Unit 109, Leesburg VA, 20175, 75 Lawson Rd SE, Leesburg, VA 20175-4425, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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