Cooking Classes, Chef Training & Food Business Growth | The SLICE Utah Story

Looking to start a culinary business, become a chef, or improve your cooking skills? In this episode of The Personal Side of Business, we interview Deb and Chris Holbrook of SLICE Utah, a fast-growing culinary school offering professional chef training, cooking classes, and food-based community experiences. They break down how their 12-week Chef Bootcamp accelerates culinary education, what it really takes to succeed in the food industry, and how they’ve built a business centered around connection, learning, and hands-on experience. This episode is packed with insights for: Aspiring chefs and culinary students Entrepreneurs starting a food or restaurant business Anyone interested in cooking classes, chef training, or culinary schools Business owners looking to scale through community-driven experiences You’ll learn: How to start and grow a culinary business The difference between culinary school vs. real kitchen experience Key business lessons (food costs, labor, pricing, profitability) Why cooking is a critical life skill for kids, teens, and adults How SLICE Utah built programs like date night classes, team-building events, and youth chef camps If you're thinking about entering the food industry or want to understand the business behind culinary success, this episode gives you a real-world look inside. Explore SLICE Utah programs and classes: https://sliceutah.com/ If you are interested in hearing more journeys from entrepreneurs, please check out personalsideofbusiness.com