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flag A 2025 culinary grad landed a prestigious co-op at Canada’s Japan embassy, cooking for diplomats and the Imperial Princess.

flag Stanley (Stan) Fry, a 2025 RRC Polytech Culinary Arts graduate, secured a competitive co-op placement with the Embassy of Canada to Japan through a Government of Canada pilot program. flag From mid-May to August, he worked under the embassy’s Executive Chef, preparing meals for diplomats and international guests, and cooked for the Imperial Princess of Japan on his fifth day. flag Midway through, he managed the kitchen independently, planning menus and delivering a four-course dinner with just 24 hours’ notice. flag He also contributed at the Canadian Pavilion during the World Expo in Osaka, gaining experience in large-scale event cooking. flag Fry credits his education for the foundation but says real-world challenges significantly advanced his skills and confidence, urging future students to stay curious and open to learning.

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