Question: What is SkillsUSA?

Answer: SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school and college students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations.

Question: How long has SkillsUSA been around?

Answer: Over 40 years.

Question: What is the mission of SkillsUSA?

Answer: SkillsUSA is an applied method of instruction for preparing America's high performance workers in public career and technical programs. It provides quality education experiences for students in leadership, teamwork, citzenship and character development. It builds and reinforces self-confidence, work attitudes and communications skills.  

Question: Are workers responsible for on-the-job safety?

Answer: Yes. Workers are responsible. Horse-playing at work, carelessness in handling equipment or food, or disobeying safety rules is unprofessional and dangerous.

Question: Do you know how many restaurant locations there are in the United States and how many meals and snacks are served?

Answer: More than 900,000 restaurant locations in the United States, serving more than 70 billion meals and snacks. 

Question: What percentage does the restaurant industry providfe work for?

Answer: More than 9% of those employed in the United States.

Question: What has become a global concern in the food industry?

Answer: Food Safety