Frequently Asked Questions
We are always in need of Food Donations or Monetary Help to support our community driven efforts.
We have a special program called ProjectJCOA that is only run through sponsors like yourself. We cannot run our program without your help. We appreciate every donation no matter how small or how big.
We provide Tax Deductions Letters annually to ALL Parents and Patrons. Each donation you give will allow another child the opportunity to experience a cooking class that will foster a passion for cooking in their hearts.
We greatly appreciate your support!
By selecting any recurring donation frequency, you are agreeing that the credit card you enter on the form may be charged the amount designated at the frequency designated with no pre-scheduled cancellation date.
You have the option to set your recurring gift to any amount placed in the recurring box. Lastly, check the box on the Donation Page labeled “I have read and agreed to the terms and conditions.”
Recurring gifts can be modified or cancelled at any time by taking one of the following actions:
Calling our office at 813-408-1078 or emailing to info@juniorchefsofamerica.com or visiting our school during school hours.
To make donation: Click here.
Thanks Again For Your Continued Support.
Our classes are non-refundable, however you can request a credit if you know you won’t be able to make the class and it’s more than 48 hours before your class begins. If you need to request a class credit up until 48 hours prior to the class’s starting time here. Private parties, corporate parties, and birthday parties are non transferable and are only eligible for class credit unless cancelled by us. Junior Chefs of America is unable to make exceptions to this policy for scheduling conflicts, last-minute illnesses or no shows. You can read our complete cancellation policy for all of our classes and private parties here.
Please call our staff immediately if you are running late: 813-408-1078.
** All Chefs, Tutors, & Staff have undergone mandatory Federal Background checks BEFORE Volunteering or Working at Junior Chefs of America**
Whether you are a homeschool group or school looking for an extra curriculum cooking experience, we can host your class. We are able to host up to 30 students in our Tampa Campus. We provide apron and hats (if applicable) and all materials needed to have a great day.
Each class will be hosted with a Private Chef and classroom lesson that reiterates the meal prepared for a S.T.E.A.M learning day at JCOA. We also provide custom designed aprons and other products. To buy one visit our JCOA Store.
Classroom fees are $35 per student. All classes are 2-hours, with flexible times during school hours. To get started, complete our Private Party Questionnaire Here.
You can read our complete cancellation policy for all of our classes and private parties here.
We love to host private parties. Our school can up to 30 guests!
There have several ways to make your experience at our cooking school memorable, see below for details:
Private Room Rental: Rent our room for your private event. Room rental fee is $85 (1-5 people), $94 (6-15 people), $113 (16-30 people) per hour (4 hour minimum) with $65 clean up fee. Chair covers are $2 per chair if needed.
Plated Service Dining: Choose from a variety of dining options with appetizers, salad, main entrees One Meat, One Fish, Three Sides, and dessert. Chefs are there to service your entire party. Fine linen, china plates, and all the fixings for an elegant party. The cost is $55 per person + 50% discount room rental fee.
Buffet Service Dinning: Self Service buffet with menu of your choice: Appetizer, Salad, Choice One Meat or One Fish, Two Sides, & Dessert. The cost is $35 per person + 50% discount room rental fee.
Hosted Cooking Class: Experience a hands-on cooking class with professional chefs as we help you prepare your meal. Party can be hosted as a group cooking class or a team building class to make things fun and challenging. Each party will consist of an appetizer, main entree and dessert. The cost is $85 per person + 50% discount room rental fee.
Home School and Day Camps: See FAQ above.
Dessert or Pastries Alone: We have a professional baker that has over 38 years of experience. She can make your dessert presentation as elaborate as you want. She can make cupcakes, cake pops, 2-tier cakes and more. Pricing ranges from $150 – $400 depending on choices. Call us to discuss your options.
If you use our school, please be aware some decorations can’t be in the kitchen area for school safety reasons. We will gladly discuss this with you at time of registration.
We have different setups for the room. Due to limited scheduling with our Chefs and Staff that have been reserved for your private event, your initial deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. You will receive a credit for a future private party, or the credit can be used for any of our classes that we offer. If you have to reschedule or cancel, and all payments have been made, we require a 2-day notice. In the event that you have to reschedule or cancel full credit will remain towards another class or private event. If you need to re-schedule, please call the school at 813-408-1078 or click here for details.
Our classes are non-refundable. You are able to request a class credit up until 48 hours prior to the class’s starting time here.
Private parties, corporate parties, and birthday parties are eligible for refund if cancelled:
– up to 72 hours: Full refund.
– up to 48 hours: 50% refund.
– up to 24 hours: no refund.
Cancellations after the initial 72-hour period persion class credit unless cancelled by us. Junior Chefs of America is unable to make exceptions to this policy for scheduling conflicts, last-minute illnesses or no shows. You can read our complete cancellation policy for all of our classes and private parties here.
Students should wear comfortable clothing and close-toed shoes as well as clothing that can get messy. Aprons are provided for students to wear, they are also available for purchase. Students with long hair should wear it tied back.
We love everyone so give us a call and we can discuss if a specific class is the right place for your child.
We make every attempt to accommodate students with allergies and dietary restrictions. On the day of class, we give the parents the recipe before the child enters the school and we ask the parents of overlook the recipe to tell us if there are any dietary restrictions that their child has. At that point, we notify the head chef in charge that day to make sure that their child’s dish is not made with those ingredients. If you are signed up for a class and would like to know the ingredients for that particular food choice for that day, please call our office and we will be more than happy to discuss the ingredients for that specific class.
Our campus in Tampa is located at: 4311 W Waters Ave #603, Tampa, FL 33614, USA
Our school can host up to 25 adults, teens and children and 20 students (ages 6-8). We can hold up to 25 individuals for parties and private events.
Yes, we do offer off-site cooking classes for community organizations. Classroom sizes of 20 or more. Please contact us for more details.
Parents of students under 6 years old to remain in the classroom as an option. Kids ages 7-14 will take the class without their parents but must be seated at the receiption area during class if seats are available.
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