The Naval Academy kitchen staff serves discipline, nutrition, and tradition on every plate! Go behind the scenes to learn more.
It’s impossible to think about Annapolis, Maryland, without considering the Naval Academy. It is front and center nearly everywhere you go in that town. Yet, when I think of dining there, I think of cozy water-front restaurants and delectable seafood; I don’t think about what cadets at the Academy consume. And I rarely consider what it takes to feed the entire facility daily. Let me say it’s fascinating!
A well-run kitchen:
The United States Naval Academy at Annapolis is well-known for producing future military officers and for its rigorous attention to detail, discipline, and the everyday needs of its cadets. The number of committed staff and the enormous amount of supplies needed to feed the young men and women in training is astounding.
The staff is the heart of any culinary business, and the Naval Academy is no exception. A wide mix of professionals, including chefs, cooks, dietary specialists, and support staff, make up the culinary crew. These hardworking professionals go above and beyond to ensure cadets enjoy nutritious and delicious meals daily.
Excellent is all we do:
Feeding the US Naval Academy cadets is not just about sustenance; it’s about instilling discipline, promoting health, and preparing future naval officers for their demanding roles. The dedicated team and considerable supplies required to make this happen demonstrate the Academy’s commitment to training the nation’s best naval leaders. Their culinary operation exemplifies the motto, “Excellence in all we do.”
In the video below, you can see how the Naval Academy prepares for Oktoberfest and learn interesting details, like how many calories they have to feed each cadet daily. Watch:
