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GENERAL INFORMATION

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Welcome to Camp MasterChef

Welcome to Camp MasterChef!

Join us for a week filled with flavor and creativity — this summer, experience one of the greatest culinary experiences on the planet!

MasterChef and MasterChef Junior are hit FOX TV shows that blend exciting challenges and inspirational stories with passion, creativity and a love of food. On the show, adult and junior home cooks face fun and exciting technical challenges that prove when it comes to cooking, age doesn’t matter!

Now, at long last, Camp MasterChef is here!

We’re committed to helping kids and teens ages 8-16 spark their culinary interest and develop their cooking skills.

The Camp MasterChef mission is to engage aspiring home cooks with an exciting, enriching culinary experience. Campers develop strong cooking capabilities, healthy lifestyle habits, and personal growth skills while having a blast. Through team challenges and competitions, they form strong connections and create unforgettable memories together.

We welcome all skill levels and offer various culinary programs and activities based on age and experience.

The Camp MasterChef staff is a team of dedicated professionals who are excited to share their enthusiasm and culinary expertise.

Join us on this adventure — take the cooking challenge you’ve been waiting for!

Best Regards

Sandro Lucarini CEO

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1. Camp MasterChef

Is cooking your passion? Join us this summer for Camp MasterChef!

Camp MasterChef is an immersive culinary experience designed for kids and teens age 8-16. It’s an unforgettable week full of cooking, learning, team challenges and FUN!

Campers sharpen their culinary skills under instruction from expert chefs. They also develop healthy lifestyle and personal growth skills alongside training by our staff of culinary professionals and counselors.

Our week-long overnight camp includes:

Daily cooking lessons

Meeting MasterChef contestants

Team challenges and competitions

Talks from professional chefs

Nightly theme parties

1.1. Why come?

Learn from our talented chef instructors, no matter what your skill level

It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting out or you’re already a skilled chef — our programs cover everything from the basics to the newest cooking techniques. Classes are divided into small groups according to age. Each year, we enhance our curriculum with new dishes, techniques, and topics.

Meet some of your favorite contestants from the MasterChef TV shows.

MasterChef and MasterChef Junior contestants visit camp and spend the day with the campers. They participate in culinary classes and cooking challenges, teach tips and tricks and give campers hands-on advice. You’ll hear funny stories and discover behind-the-scene secrets of the show.

Participate in team competitions and cooking challenges

On Day One, campers will meet their teammates for the duration of the camp. Together, teams compete in events and challenges, fully immersed in the MasterChef experience. Each team earns points as they compete throughout the week and at the end of the week, the team with the most points is crowned the winner of Camp MasterChef!

Enjoy sports and outdoor activities

There’s more to camp than cooking — campers will also have plenty of time for sports and other fun activities. Our counselors plan many exciting events outside of the kitchen, including basketball, volleyball, swimming, outdoor activities and field trips.

Attend theme parties every night

Every night, campers attend a different theme party. This year, you’ll travel by time-machine to experience different eras in world history: Classical Greece, Mysterious London, Imperial China, Rock ‘n Roll USA, and more!

Meet an unforgettable team of chefs and counselors

Our team is filled with energy and passion! Your Cabin Counselor provides day-to-day support for your stay at Camp MasterChef. Your Team Coach motivates and guides you during cooking competitions. Your Chef Instructor teaches you culinary skills in a fun and engaging way.

Embrace a healthy lifestyle and learn to use local ingredients

A good home cook needs to be healthy! You’ll learn to appreciate the use of healthy ingredients in the kitchen and each day will be provided with plenty of opportunities to be active. We offer daily dancing and yoga classes, along with a balanced diet to enable you to maintain healthy energy levels throughout the day.

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Enjoy our beautiful facilities surrounded by nature. Our facilities, surrounded by nature, have everything you need: comfortable dormitories, great common areas, organic gardens, modern sports facilities, swimming pools, etc.

Find your new BFF

Camp MasterChef is an unforgettable experience filled with unique moments and opportunities to create lasting memories and life-long friendships with your fellow campers. It’s the perfect place to make lasting connections with people who share a passion for cooking.

1.2. What makes Camp MasterChef different than other summer camps?

Live the MasterChef experience

Share your passion for cooking with other foodies and fans of the show. And you’ll want to give it your best - you never know who may be stopping by to join for the day!

Innovative and creative culinary programs

Our Culinary Director personally designs and supervises each culinary program. Summer 2018 programs include Fundamentals and International Cuisine. Both programs balance cooking fundamentals with innovative cooking techniques.

Develop healthy habits and personal growth skills

Camp MasterChef emphasizes healthy eating, exercise, and emotional well-being — these habits benefit campers in the kitchen and beyond. Passion for cooking is the connecting thread in our approach.

A team of passionate professionals

Our dedicated camp counselors will make you feel at home. We’re professionally trained to mentor kids and teens and teach cooking.

Food, fun, and sun! Learn how to be a better cook in a fun and creative environment — all while having a great time with new friends.

2. Our mission and core values

OUR MISSION

At Camp MasterChef, our mission is to provide an immersive, engaging culinary experience that is fun, innovative and creative. We promote healthy lifestyles and build character through a shared passion for cooking. To achieve this, we have a highly committed team of enthusiastic professionals with an approach of continuous improvement.

OUR VISION

To be a national and international reference among cooking camps committed to the following objectives:

Promote healthy lifestyles habits

Create an environment that teaches kids values of respect, companionship, cooperation and team work

Transmit passion for cooking to children

Through a team of committed and enthusiastic professionals and with a focus on continuous improvement.

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OUR CORE VALUES

These values guide our decisions, activities, actions, and expectations of both campers and staff alike. They are not ideas we merely hang on a wall to inspire us; they are concepts we live by every day in both our words and our actions.

1. Passion for Cooking

We design innovative and creative culinary programs that spark passion for cooking. Campers learn practical knowledge and cooking techniques that they can apply in their day-to-day lives.

Our programs emphasize critical culinary skills, including:

Cooking fundamentals

Organization and planning

Ingredient knowledge

Food presentation and plating

Innovative and trending techniques

2. Promote a Healthy Lifestyle

Every aspect of Camp MasterChef is designed to encourage a healthy lifestyle. This includes a balanced diet, physical fitness, and emotional well-being.

We emphasize teamwork, shared wins, and overcoming challenges together. Campers forge friendships and make memories with positive guidance from their camp counselors.

We promote healthy living through:

Team challenges

Daily sports and exercise

Healthy eating

Artistic expression

Theme party nights

3. Develop Personal Growth Skills

The culinary world is full of opportunities and challenges — it’s brimming with excitement and, at times, it brings disappointment. A positive attitude is critical for meeting the demands of the kitchen and growing as a person.

Camp MasterChef fosters personal growth skills and interpersonal connections, including:

Respect as the basis of coexistence

Persistence when facing challenges

Teamwork, including shared wins and losses

Positive mental attitude

Environmental and social responsibility

Excellence

We’re committed to excellence through innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement.

With the support of our leadership team, we strive for the best and empower others to do the same. We value high-quality cooking, which comes from decades of professional culinary experience. Camp MasterChef is built on cooperation and a positive attitude, and we train our team to reflect these values.

Professional kitchens can be fast-paced and intense. As part of our commitment to excellence, we maintain the highest standards of safety at all times — in and out of the kitchen.

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3. Our program

Daily activities

Each day at camp includes culinary programs, team competitions, and exercise. We also create space for healthy fun, with a different theme party every night!

Cooking classes and culinary programs

Whether you’re just getting started or experienced in the kitchen, Camp MasterChef helps you improve your culinary skills. Our classes cover everything from the foundations of cooking to the newest cooking techniques.

Each session includes a weekly culinary program. For the one-week session, you can choose between Fundamentals and International Cuisine. The two-week session includes both programs, plus a field trip to meet local farmers and producers.

At Camp MasterChef, campers learn a new cooking concept every day. We teach you the theory and how to apply it in the kitchen.

Classes are organized by age, with a maximum of 15 campers per group.

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Team competitions

In the spirit of MasterChef, each day includes a team cooking competition. On the first day of camp, you meet your team members for the week. Your goal is to earn the most points by winning cooking competitions and daily challenges. Along the way, you work with a dedicated Team Coach, who motivates and guides you.

Competitions are designed by our team of chef instructors with input from MasterChef contestants. Typical challenges include:

● Preparing a dish with “Mystery Box” ingredients

● Making the longest tagliatelle

● Creating and decorating a cake

● Beating egg whites

● Many, many more

Sports and Fun

There’s more to Camp MasterChef than cooking — We value exercise, sports, and having fun.

Each day includes dedicated time for swimming or playing sports. After dinner, the fun continues with a theme party. Camp counselors prepare a different theme for each night, taking you on an extraordinary adventure with your new friends.

Camp MasterChef fosters a healthy lifestyle for our campers. We host talks and activities to promote healthy habits. In the two-week session, we visit local producers to learn how they make their living from sustainable agriculture.

During supervised free time, campers can express their creativity through painting, drawing, and crafts. Each location includes a dedicated Arts and Crafts area with modern art supplies.

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4. A typical day

7.30 AM Wake up and room cleanup

8.00 to 9.00 AM Breakfast, preparing for the day

9.00 to 11.00 AM Cooking Lesson: Fish and Seafood

11.00 AM to 12.00 PM Swimming/Outdoor activities

12.15 to 1.30 PM Lunch and supervised free time/rest time

1.30 to 3.30 PM Sports and outdoor activities

3.30 to 4.00 PM Afternoon snack, phone calls (only Wednesdays and Sundays)

4.00 to 5.00 PM Team Culinary Competitions: Mystery Box

5.00 to 6.00 PM Shower

6.00 to 7.00 PM Dinner

7.00 to 9.00 PM Theme Party: Imperial China

9.00 to 9.30 PM “Candle Time”

9:30 PM Lights out ages 8-12

10:00 PM Lights out ages 13 and above

10:30 PM Everyone’s snoozing!

5. Locations

We’re committed to providing our campers with a truly exceptional culinary experience, including excellent facilities and living accommodations. Our camps are located in natural environments designed for campers to have everything they need.

a) KENT SCHOOL

Founded in 1906, Kent School is one of the top US boarding schools. Kent is a picturesque town with great restaurants and many local farmers.

Camp MasterChef has exclusive, dedicated facilities, with a beautifully maintained campus on 1,200 acres.

Facility Highlights:

Well-maintained and comfortable dormitories with many shared spaces

Large dining hall and innovative kitchen facilities

Auditorium with full A/V capabilities

Excellent sport facilities

Covered pool

Expansive river for swimming, volleyball, and BBQs

Health Center on campus with nurses on duty 24 hours a day

Address:

1 Macedonia Road Kent, CT 06757

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b) RABUN GAP-NACOOCHEE SCHOOL

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School is one of the top US boarding schools, founded in 1903. The school is less than 2 hours from Atlanta, Greenville, and Asheville.

Camp MasterChef’s exclusive facilities include 1,400 acres surrounded by organic farms. The surrounding area is rich with local producers and suppliers.

Facility Highlights:

State-of-the art kitchen facilities

Modern dormitories with large common areas

Large auditorium and reception space

Indian Lake — great for swimming and canoeing. Includes a docking area, beach, BBQ pit, zip line, and swimming pool

Organic farm and livestock, including a local Farmer’s Market

Top-notch security infrastructure and 24/7 Health Center on campus

Dates: From Sunday June 3 th to Saturday July 28 th, 2018 (one and two week sessions). Further information in Dates & Rates

Address:

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

339 Nacoochee Drive Rabun Gap, GA 30568

6. Dates & Rates

a. Dates

Kent School In Kent -CT

KENT SCHOOL (Kent -Connecticut-)

308 camper

Kent_New England 1.1 June 17 to June 23, 2018

Kent_New England 1.2 June 24 to June 30, 2018

Kent_New England 1.3 July 1 to July 7, 2018

Kent_New England 1.4 July 8 to July 14, 2018

Kent_New England 1.5 July 15 to July 21, 2018

Kent_New England 1.6 July 22 to July 28, 2018

Kent_New England 1.7 July 29 to August 4, 2018

Kent_New England 1.8 August 5 to August 11, 2018

Kent_New England 2.1 (1.1 + 1.2) June 17 to June 30, 2018

Kent_New England 2.2 (1.2 + 1.3) June 24 to July 7, 2018

Kent_New England 2.3 (1.3 + 1.4) July 1 to July 14, 2018

Kent_New England 2.4 (1.4 + 1.5) July 8 to July 21, 2018

Kent_New England 2.5 (1.5 + 1.6) July 15 to July 28, 2018

Kent_New England 2.6 (1.6 + 1.7) July 22 to August 4, 2018

Kent_New England 2.7 (1.7 + 1.8) July 29 to August 11, 2018

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Rabun Gap-Nacoochee in Rabun Gap, GA

RABUN GAP (Altlanta-Georgia-)

196 camper

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.1 June 3 to June 9, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.2 June 10 to June 16, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.3 June 17 to June 23, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.4 June 24 to June 30, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.5 July 1 to July 7, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.6 July 8 to July 14, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.7 July 15 to July 21, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 1.8 July 22 to July 28, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.1 (1.1 + 1.2) June 3 to June 16, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.2 (1.2 + 1.3) June 10 to June 23, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.3 (1.3 + 1.4) June 17 to June 30, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.4 (1.4 + 1.5) June 24 to July 7,, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.5 (1.5 + 1.6) July 1 to July 14, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.6 (1.6 + 1.7) July 8 to July 21, 2018

Rabun Gap_Georgia 2.7 (1.7 + 1.8) July 15 to July 28, 2018

b. Rates 2018

The price for the one-week session is $1,600, and the two-week session is $3,300 (prices include a registration fee -$300 in one week sessions and $500 in two week sessions-).

Earlybird discounts available! Book early to get your discounted rate:

20% Discount when you book and pay by December 31, 2017

15% Discount when you book by February 28, 2018

Multiple Sibling discount

We offer a tuition saving of $100 per family per enrolling a second child and an additional $200 for a third child.

ONE WEEK SESSION

Official rate (registration after March 1,

2018)

Early registration rate (registration by February, 28,

2018) $240 savings!

Early payment rate (registration & tuition paid by

December 31, 2017) $320 savings!

Total payment $1,600 $1,360 $1,280

Payment dates $300 Registration fee + $1.300

paid by May 1, 2018

$300 Registration fee paid by registration + $1.060 paid by

May 1, 2018

$1,280 (Registration fee + Tuition) paid by December 31,

2017

TWO-WEEK SESSION

Official rate (registration after March 1,

2018)

Early registration rate (registration by February, 28,

2018) $495 savings!

Early payment rate (registration & tuition paid by

December 31, 2017) $660 savings!

Total payment $3,300 $2,805 $2,640

Payment dates $500Registration fee + $2,800

paid by May 1, 2018

$500 Registration fee paid at registration + $2,305 paid by

May 1, 2018

$2,640 (Registration fee + Tuition), both paid by December 31, 2017

Rates include:

Room, board, camp nursing care and all program activities.

Field trip and laundry service (on Saturdays) in the two-week sessions.

2 aprons.

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Rates do not include:

Airport transportation to camp. Pricing is provided on the Transportation Form.

Health insurance

Out-of-camp medical services and special prescriptions are not included in the tuition. Every family is required to have a credit card on file for incidental and out-of-camp expenses.

All payments are due by May 1, 2018. The invoice will be e-mailed three weeks prior to the due date. Payments must be made in full to avoid cancellation of registration. If registering after the due date, full payment is due at the time of registration.

If we do not have your payment by May 1, we will contact you by e-mail. If we do not receive full payment within 24 hours, your registration will be cancelled. Payments can be made online through your CampInTouch account.

Registration and Tuition Refund Policy All registration fees and/or tuition payments are 100% refundable until May 1, 2018, less the $300 registration fee. Tuition is not refundable if parents withdraw a child after May 1, 2018. Tuition is not refundable if you shorten a session due to illness or any other reason, or if a child is asked to leave due to a violation of the behavior code.

7. FAQ’S

Throughout the FAQ section of our website, we address the most common questions that we receive on a regular basis.

General questions

How are the summer sessions organized?

We offer two week-long programs, Fundamentals and International Cuisine. For the two-week session, you experience both programs back to back. For the one-week session, you select one of the two programs.

Where is Camp MasterChef located?

For Summer 2018, we have 2 locations: Kent, Connecticut and Rabun Gap, Georgia.

Can parents visit the Camp? What about visits during camp? We don’t have visitor days during our camps. During camp, we have a lot to cover, and our time together is relatively short. We keep campers focused and engaged with consistent, structured activities.

If you drop your child off in person, you’ll meet the counsellors and tour the facilities. Everyone is invited to our Closing Ceremony, where you’ll taste appetizers that the campers have prepared for you. We highly encourage parents to attend the Closing Ceremony.

Registration, rates and refund policy

How do I register?

Camp MasterChef has an online registration (link to enroll). When you enroll, you’ll get access to the parent dashboard, where you can complete your registration forms

What is included in the camp tuition? Camp tuition is all-inclusive with the exception transportation to and from camp and health insurance. Laundry service is only included in two week sessions.

What is the refund policy?

All registration fees and/or tuition payments are 100% refundable until May 1, 2018, less the $300 registration fee. Tuition is not refundable if parents withdraw a child after May 1, 2018, if you or shorten a session due to illness or any other reason. If a child is asked to leave due to a violation of the behavior code, tuition is non-refundable.

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The Staff

Who is part of the Camp MasterChef team?

Each camp session includes the following staff members:

● Camp Director

● Program Director

● Culinary Director

● Head counselors

● General counselors

● Culinary instructors

● Activity & entertainment specialists

● Media production specialists

● Certified lifeguards

● Licensed nurses

Under the supervision of the Head Counselors, the Counselors Team is responsible for the overall environment, camp dynamics, and campers’ well-being.

Each counselor has a maximum of 10 children, grouped by age and gender. The Culinary Team is responsible for cooking lessons and competitions, supervised by the Culinary Director.

Media production specialists are responsible for video production and photography during camp. They also keep you informed about camp by posting to the parent dashboard.

We have a team of nurses in every camp. They are in charge of distributing medications, applying first aid, and caring for any illness or accident that may arise.

Each school’s facilities team handles meal preparation, cleaning, and maintenance. Camps take place at well-renowned boarding schools with state-of-the-art facilities.

How do you screen MasterChef Camp staff?

All our teams meet state, federal, and ACA requirements for summer camp employment. Each staff member must pass a background check and complete a highly-selective recruiting and training process.

The Culinary team is hired from prestigious cooking schools, with experience in teaching cooking skills to children. The Culinary Director is responsible for designing the culinary curriculum, which details all cooking activities and recipe. He/she also supervises the team of culinary instructors, ensuring the quality of each camper’s experience.

Activities and Environment

What’s included in a typical day at Camp MasterChef?

Each day at Camp MasterChef is organized into three different blocks of daily activities.

Cooking lessons

Our culinary curriculum covers everything from the basics to the latest cooking techniques. The classes are divided into small groups according to age, with a maximum of 15 campers per group.

Each day, we focus on a new concept. We start with a short theoretical introduction, followed by a practical lesson.

Our acclaimed professional culinary instructors teach classic and innovative techniques to make healthy, interesting dishes. During Camp MasterChef, campers take a hands-on role in planning and preparing gourmet family meals.

Team culinary competitions

In the spirit of MasterChef, each team competes in a series of daily challenges and culinary competitions. On Day One, campers break out into teams. They stay with the same team for the camp.

Free time and sports

We understand the importance of exercise, fitness, and a balanced diet.

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Each day includes team sports and swimming. Every evening, our staff organizes a theme party for campers. Kids who sign up for the two-week session will take a field trip to visit local farmers and producers.

Does my child need previous knowledge of cooking to attend Camp MasterChef?

Not at all. If your child is new to cooking, our goal is that they leave Camp MasterChef with a passion for cooking and tools for a healthy lifestyle.

Classes are organized based on age and designed to help students progress at their own pace. We’ll teach your child how to prepare a variety of full-course meals from scratch.

Transportation

Where and when do I drop off my child? Campers are scheduled to arrive on Sundays between 2 PM-4 PM.

When you arrive, you’ll meet your child’s counselor and tour the facilities. Then, your child will start team-building activities and begin meeting other campers. Camp doors are closed at 4 PM — if you plan to arrive later than 4 PM, please let us know in advance by phone or email.

Where and when do I pick up my child? Camp ends on Saturday with the Closing Ceremony at 11 AM. After the ceremony, you’ll have a chance to taste the appetizers that campers have prepared for you. Then you can pick up your luggage and we’ll say goodbye — ’til next year!

Basic rules

What are the Camp MasterChef rules?

Behavior at Camp MasterChef must align with the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. When campers and staff respect these values, everyone has more fun.

All campers and parents must review and sign the Camper Code of Conduct before camp.

Here are some of the general requirements from the Camper Code of Conduct.

Behavior on the buses and vans to and from Camp MasterChef Camp MasterChef staff members monitor camper behavior on the bus and in camp vans. Specific rules will be announced prior to each trip. Appropriate behavior is necessary for the safety of everyone on board — misbehavior distracts the drivers. Campers who violate bus rules will be issued a written reprimand, and the Camp Director will call their parents.

General Behavior at Camp MasterChef The Camp MasterChef staff will review the Code of Conduct with all campers on Day One. Appropriate behavior is necessary for everyone to have a safe and enjoyable experience at camp. Among other things, bullying of any form will not be tolerated and will be dealt with quickly and seriously.

Camp MasterChef is a co-ed camp. Most of the time, boys and girls will be together. There are certain times where boys and girls will need to be with their own cabin groups.

Dining Hall Behavior Healthy eating in a pleasant atmosphere is necessary for everyone to have a safe and enjoyable experience. Each meal will be conducted with decorum and good manners. Once the tables have been cleared, cheers and other celebrations may begin.

Bedtime Getting enough rest is essential for staying healthy at camp. After the nightly theme party, it’s time to go to sleep.

Theft Theft will not be tolerated. Please turn in any lost items that you find to a staff member, so they can be returned to their owner.

Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drugs Camp MasterChef is a drug-free environment. Campers who possess, consume, or are under the influence of drugs will be removed from camp. This includes alcohol, tobacco, and any drug paraphernalia.

Parents will be called and the camper will be sent home. Any extra travel expenses will be billed to parents and all camp fees will be forfeited.

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Are electronics such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, and video games allowed? The goal of Camp MasterChef is to focus on the culinary experience and be present in the moment. This presence is best achieved in the absence of connected devices.

We are an electronic free camp. No smartphones or devices with Internet capability are allowed at Camp MasterChef. This includes cell phones, computers, Kindles/eReaders, laptops, iPads, mini iPads, iPods, iTouches, Game Boys, etc.

We make an exception for cell phones, which may be used at dedicated times to call home on Wednesday and Sunday. Your child’s counselor will keep all cell phones and distribute them during designated calling times. At all other times, cell phones will be turned off. If you need to contact your child urgently, we will provide a camp phone number on the day you arrive.

What does my child need to bring to camp?

Campers need comfortable clothes for cooking, sport clothes and shoes for outdoor activities, and warm clothes for the evening. Despite being summer, nights are often cool. We recommend bringing some warm clothing and raincoat. One of the theme parties is a gala evening, so we recommend bringing something more elegant for that special night.

We strongly recommend checking our suggested packing list on the website.

We provide all cooking tools. We ask that campers bring two aprons, along with a notebook and pen to take notes. We also provide 2 Camp MasterChef aprons for competitions.

In the one week sessions, we do not provide laundry service, so we ask campers to bring enough clothes for the duration of their stay.

In two-week sessions, there will be laundry service on Saturday (we recommend not leaving delicate clothes to wash, since we are not responsible for the possible flaws may arise during washing and drying).

Nutrition

What will my child eat?

As professional chefs and instructors, we believe in the importance of a balanced diet. We prepare a healthy menu for each day.

We take the utmost care to accommodate allergies and food intolerances. When you fill out the registration form, please pay special attention to the section on food intolerances.

In an effort to respond to the needs of many campers, as well as to ensure the safest environment possible, we are a peanut free and tree-nut free camp. We do not serve any products that contain these ingredients and we ask that you do not send your children any nut products during their travels to camp.

Camp MasterChef contestants in the Camp MasterChef

Which MasterChef contestants will visit camp? Which MasterChef Junior participants will be attending?

We want this to be a surprise for your children, so this will be disclosed upon arrival at camp.

Can I follow along with my child’s experience at camp?

Our parent dashboard includes a news and photo section, where our media specialists upload pictures and updates from camp.

Does my child need extra money for camp?

The camp price is all inclusive. Your child does not need extra money.

Contact Between Campers and Parents s

Can campers use cell phones? How can I speak with my child?

The use of cell phones is allowed on Wednesday and Sunday. We have a designated time for phone calls, usually during afternoon snack. Since connected devices are not allowed at camp, your child’s counselor will keep all cell phones and distribute them during designated calling times. At all other times, cell phones will be turned off. If you need to contact your child urgently, we will provide a camp phone number on the day you arrive.

Can I send an email to my child at camp? Yes, parents can email campers through their parent dashboard, and we will distribute the mail during the day.

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Health Care

What if my child gets ill or suffers an accident?

Your child’s health and safety is paramount at Camp MasterChef. Each camp has several on-site nurses in charge of distributing medications, applying first aid, and caring for your child in case of accident or illness. If your child needs any medications at camp, you will need to provide this information on the Medical Authorization Form, included as part of registration.

Our camps are less than a 15-minute ambulance ride to the nearest hospital. We have clear action protocols in case of accidents or severe illness.

Health insurance for each camper is a requirement by Camp MasterChef. If you live outside of the U.S. and your insurance provider does not provide U.S. coverage, please email our office at [email protected] at your earliest convenience.

Travel

Do parents have to drop off their children? We strongly recommend parents to drop off campers; however we offer transportation to and from the camp. Many campers fly directly to the surrounding major airports where we’ll provide transportation.

During registration process, you’ll fill out a transportation form and select your method of travel.

In case one of the parents or legal guardian cannot pick the child up, an authorization form must be completed so another person can pick them up.

8. Contact us

The Camp MasterChef Office 2598 E. Sunrise Blvd, Suite 210A, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304 Tel.: +1 305-418-0181 Fax: +1 954-206-0449 [email protected]

To learn more about Camp MasterChef:

In USA: www.campmasterchef.com (web – goes live Dec. 7, 2017)

In Spain: www.campamentosmasterchef.com

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