FRLAEF Mission Statement
Recognizing the need for qualified, enthusiastic professionals in the hospitality industry, we will support sound educational experiences in preparation for dynamic and rewarding hospitality careers. We will accomplish this mission by implementation of industry developed school-to-career programs through interaction with students, instructors and industry leaders.
ProStart Culinary Team Competitions
Congratulations to Tarpon Springs High School who won the traveling Governor’s Cup at the 13th Annual ProStart Culinary Team Competitions.
Lodging Management Program
Congratulations to Forest Hill Community High School–they earned Third Place Overall at the Internationl LMP Competition April 11-12, 2013.
ProStart Teacher Training Institute
Register Now for the 17th Annual ProStart Teacher Training Institute. Teacher Training takes place June 24-28, 2013 at Johnson & Wales University, Miami Campus. Registration ends April 19, 2013.
Welcome to the FRLAEF Website!
The Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Educational Foundation is the only organization in Florida that offers the ProStart program, the Lodging Management Program and the Skills, Tasks and Results Training program.
These programs were developed to increase the quality and employability of today's high school graduates by providing them with training related to important job skills as well as opportunities for careers and higher education.
Students are introduced to careers in foodservice and lodging and are taught basic skills needed for success in these industries. This is accomplished through dynamic and comprehensive curriculum coupled with on-the-job training.
FRLAEF Mission Statement
Recognizing the need for qualified, enthusiastic professionals in the hospitality industry, we will support sound educational experiences in preparation for dynamic and rewarding hospitality careers. We will accomplish this mission by implementation of industry developed school-to-career programs through interaction with students, instructors and industry leaders.









