Core Insights - The forum on "Catering Industry Education Integration" held in Chengdu aims to explore new paths for industry-education integration, gathering over 200 catering enterprises, educational institutions, and government representatives from more than 30 provinces [1][3] - The catering industry is facing a significant talent shortage, with a projected gap of 150,000 professionals by 2024, particularly in food safety management, digital operations, and nutrition [5][7] - The proposed solution emphasizes a dual approach of "integration and innovation" to break down barriers in talent cultivation and shift the industry focus from "scale competition" to "value competition" [7][9] Industry Challenges - The catering industry is undergoing a digital transformation, but a lack of skilled professionals is hindering progress, with only 30% of workers under 35 years old and a low job-seeking willingness among graduates [5][8] - There is a disconnect between educational institutions and industry needs, with insufficient collaboration leading to a lack of tailored training programs [5][8] Proposed Solutions - The integration approach includes deep collaboration between enterprises and educational institutions to customize training programs, practical projects in classrooms, and cross-disciplinary knowledge integration [8][9] - The innovation approach focuses on shifting from skill training to value cultivation, employing diverse training methods, and establishing a comprehensive evaluation system that goes beyond mere academic performance [9][10] Implementation Plans - Two core talent cultivation plans were introduced: the "Smart Canteen Operations Officer Plan" and the "Smart Canteen Product Officer Plan," both designed to transform learners into contributors through a structured 16-week training program [10][12] - The plans emphasize practical training, project management, and real-world applications to enhance skills and ensure alignment with industry demands [11][12] Future Commitment - The company pledges to continue investing in educational resources, providing practical opportunities, and collaborating with educational institutions to establish industry standards [13] - The establishment of the "Catering Industry Academy" at Sichuan Tourism College marks a significant step towards fostering high-quality talent in the catering sector [13]
潘多拉CEO赵明亮相全国团餐产教融合论坛,双轮驱动方案破解行业人才困局
Jin Tou Wang·2026-02-09 05:50