Mentorship Program

ANFP Mentorship Program

The ANFP Mentorship Program encourages new and prospective members to engage with and learn from seasoned CDM, CFPPs to cultivate future leaders in the foodservice management and nutrition fields and ANFP. The program also provides an opportunity to increase and expand the knowledge base of the individual(s) and the organization.

What is the purpose of the program?

The goal of the ANFP Mentorship Program is to increase opportunities for exploring the profession.

What is mentoring?

Mentoring is an opportunity for a seasoned, experienced member to share their wisdom and guidance based on their own experiences with another member looking to further their career and professional growth.

Who can be a mentor?

ANFP Past Chairs and select chapter leaders that hold an active membership in good standing are currently eligible to be mentors.

Who can be a mentee?

ANFP Members and students of ANFP approved programs.

What is the time commitment?

The commitment, including the duration of the relationship as well as the frequency of meeting with your mentor/mentee, will need to be discussed at the start of the relationship and should be based on the availability of both individuals and needs of the mentee. Most mentor-mentees opt to meet monthly, for at least one year, and decide to either continue or terminate the relationship after the first year. (There is no required time limit.)

What is the process for matching mentors to mentees?

Mentees will complete an online application form and indicate their facility type, area of interest or their greatest need of support and mentoring. Mentors will then receive their mentee’s contact information to initiate contact. Once assigned, mentees can expect to hear from their mentors in 1-2 weeks.

What are the benefits of being a mentee?

Mentees receive many benefits when working with a mentor, including:

Expanding knowledge
Building professional network
Building leadership skills
Learning problem solving skills
Boosting self-confidence
Access to a trusted advisor for challenging situations
Inclusivity and equity

What are the benefits of being a mentor?

Mentors will also find they receive many benefits from the mentor- mentee relationship including:

Sharing your knowledge and experience
Helping new/prospective members shape their career path
Applying/sharing unique skills and abilities
Giving back and a sense of fulfillment
Gaining new perspectives
Supporting inclusion and equity

Mentees

Are you an ANFP member interested in being matched with a mentor? Please complete the form by clicking the button below to learn more.

(Mentees will be matched based on the availability of active mentors.)

Mentee Interest Form