National Food Service Worker Day is a special time to honor the heart and soul of the food service industry. At Giving Kitchen, we believe in celebrating the hard work and dedication of food service workers who bring joy to our tables.
By joining National Food Service Worker Day you aren’t just celebrating an industry—Together we’re igniting a movement.
We’re inviting everyone to participate, whether by dining out, sharing their food service story on social media using #FSWDay, or participating in education sessions. For nearly two-thirds of Americans who have worked in food service, this is a chance to reconnect with their roots and support those currently in the industry.
A great way to support food service workers is to dine out on National Food Service Worker Day.
Be sure to thank your cashier, server or any other staff you meet during your meal. And let them know that you’re celebrating the day.
If you’re looking for a new favorite spot, consider one of the hundreds of restaurants participating in Giving Kitchen’s Dining With Gratitude fundraising campaign throughout the month of September.
Everyone has a connection to the food service industry. Whether your first job was behind a drive-through window or you’ve devoted decades to working in a Michelin-starred restaurant.
On National Food Service Worker Day, we invite everyone to share how the industry has impacted them personally. Post a selfie, a throwback photo or a short video to let everyone know why you’re a proud member of the food service community.
Use #FSWday and tag @GivingKitchen and you may be featured on our feed and on this site!
Meet Ashley 👋 @dawsonashleyn is an industry veteran whose work shines at the intersection of food, culture, and community. We first connected with her earlier this month at an author talk hosted by @charisbooksandmore at @woofsatlanta, where she joined christinasworld and Author @erikp57 in conversation about his book "Dining Out: First Dates, Defiant Nights, and Last Call Disco Fries at America`s Gay Restaurants."
That night, Ashley helped bring to life the stories of gay restaurants and establishments—how they’ve served as places of safety, celebration, and connection for the LGBTQ+ community across generations. We are immensely grateful to everyone who took the time to hear more about Giving Kitchen`s mission to help food service workers in crisis.
🧡 🫶 💙 In honor of National Food Service Worker Day on Sept 25, we’re sharing stories that highlight the people who make this industry what it is. Share yours with #FSWday
👉 Join us this September by commenting `CELEBRATE` https://bit.ly/4jZM
We’re thrilled to share that Javier Gonzalez, Bartaco’s Florida Regional Director, proudly represented us at the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association’s 13th Annual Premier Hospitality Summit, held August 12–14, 2025, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. With keynote speakers like Tim Tebow leading the conversation, the Summit was a powerful opportunity to connect with industry leaders and champions of hospitality.
Javier’s presence highlighted our commitment to community through the Giving Kitchen’s “Dining With Gratitude” campaign—a mission close to our hearts at Bartaco. Through our special “Giving Taco” program, we introduce a unique taco every few weeks and pledge a portion of those sales to support food service workers facing unexpected crises.
Thank you, Javier, for representing Bartaco and helping raise awareness for such a meaningful cause. Together, we’re serving up tacos—and compassion—one bite at a time! givingkitchen javierbthyde bartacolife frlanews#FSWday
Thank you to Chef Antonée and our friends at @cafemomentum.atl for sharing your food service stories and reminding us why this industry is so vital.💙🧡Your passion, resilience, and commitment to community inspire us and fuel Giving Kitchen’s mission to help food service workers every day.
Want to join in on Giving Kitchen’s National Food Service Worker Day? Celebrate with us by sharing your own food service story by tagging us with #FSWDay — we’d love to hear why this industry matters to you. 🙌
Want to try this new restaurant?! 🍴Enjoy delicious bites from Café Momentum ATL at the @atlhawks Forkside Seats event on the @statefarmarena floor on Sunday, September 28th!
September 25th is National Food Service Worker Day and in TWO weeks we are celebrating our industry members🎉
At Giving Kitchen, we’re fueled by gratitude — every “thank you” from a client reminds us why we do this work. From the simple notes of appreciation to the powerful stories of how GK support helped someone avoid eviction and homelessness, each moment pushes us to help even more food service workers in crisis. 💙🧡
Here’s how YOU can celebrate + support 👉 FSW.day
🍴 Dine With Gratitude – Dine out in September at a participating restaurant giving back to GK
📷 Share Your Story – Post a reel or throwback selfie with #FSWDay + tag @GivingKitchen telling us why this industry matters to you
💌 Spread the Word – Volunteer to tell your favorite restaurants about our mission to help industry members in need
This day is for EVERY food service worker, past + present. Join us in celebrating the heart of hospitality.
#FSWday
Supporting our hospitality community is at the heart of what we do. 💛 For over 10 years, we’ve been proud partners of givingkitchen, helping provide emergency assistance + vital resources to food service workers in need.
This September, you can join us:
🍽️ Dine with Gratitude all month
🙌 Celebrate National Food Service Worker Day on Sept 25
🍴 September 28 – Forkside Seats: a new courtside experience with the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena, born from GK’s iconic Team Hidi event
💬 Share your story with #FSWDay
Together, we can care for the people behind the plates + glasses who keep our industry thriving.
Big thanks to @boskatl for sharing why Giving Kitchen’s mission matters to them — supporting the health and stability of their staff and food service workers nationwide. 🧡💙 Their commitment to caring for their team is what keeps our industry strong.
You’ll see BOSK’s support in action at @atlhawks Forkside Seats on September 28th at @statefarmarena, a one-of-a-kind night celebrating food, community, and the people who make it all happen. 🍴🏀
✨ Learn more + get your tickets: [link in bio]
✨ Want to join share why you support GK? Comment “celebrate” to get details to share your own food service story!
#ForksideSeats #FSWday #GivingKitchen #AtlantaEats
Meet Edwin Merrick 👋 Giving Kitchen has always been close to Edwin’s heart. His involvement started the very night Chef Ryan `Hidi` Hidinger received tests that led to his stage-IV cancer diagnosis, and he’s been part of the journey ever since, even attending the first Team Hidi! Today, serving on Giving Kitchen`s board allows him to honor Ryan’s memory and give back to the food service community that means so much to his family.
🧡 🫶 💙 In honor of National Food Service Worker Day on Sept 25, we’re sharing stories that highlight the people who make this industry what it is. Share yours with #FSWday
👉 Join us this September by commenting `CELEBRATE` https://bit.ly/4jZMGIB
Had to get a t-shirt. National Food Service Workers Day is Sept 25!
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Meet John Kessler (@jdkess) 👋 A devoted supporter of Giving Kitchen, and someone who freely admits he was never winning “Server of the Year” 🍽️ John proves you don’t need perfect trays to make a huge impact. Through his `23 AJC article “Savoring the Now,” he shared Chef Ryan “Hidi” and Jen’s story with heart and honesty, helping a local mission reach a national audience. Over the years, he’s continued showing up for Giving Kitchen, most recently at our Say Yes Chef event, cheering, supporting, and reminding us why our work matters. 12 years later, his storytelling shows just how much our vision still resonates. [Read the full story through the link in our bio]
🧡 🫶 💙 In honor of Giving Kitchen`s National Food Service Worker Day on September 25th, we’re sharing stories that highlight the people who make this industry what it is.
Want to join in? Share your own food service story, throwback photo, or tag someone who inspires you using #FSWDay
👉 Join us this September: Comment “CELEBRATE” on this post to get the quick link to FSW.day
Past or present, your food service story matters. This National Food Service Worker Day, we want to see you in our celebrations! 📸
Add our custom frame to a selfie or throwback photo and share it with #FSWday. Comment “celebrate” below to get the link and easy prompts to tell your story.
Let’s fill feeds with gratitude this September# for the incredible people who make this industry what it is. 🧡💙
Country number 71 is Latvia 🇱🇻. Btw, September is Dining With Gratitude month for givingkitchen. Eat, drink, and help support food service workers. Now where in Riga can I dine with gratitude…🤔🤔🤔
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#wolfofcromstreet #wolfofallstreets #travel #europe #latvia #riga #FSWday
September 25th is Giving Kitchen’s National Food Service Worker Day! 🎉 Celebrate with us by flooding the feed with the memories + moments that make this industry unforgettable. From late-night closes to shift-meal inside jokes—this day is for EVERY food service worker, past + present.
Here’s how you can celebrate + click the link in our bio to find all the ways to celebrate 👉 FSW.day
🍴 Dine With Gratitude – Dine out in September at a participating restaurant that is raising funds for GK
📷 Share Your Story – Post a reel or throwback selfie with #FSWDay + tag @GivingKitchen highlighting why this industry is so important to you
💌 Spread the Word – Volunteer to tell your favorite establishments about our mission to help food service workers in crisis
Tell us your first food service job in the comments below 👇
Use our interactive tool to add National Food Service Worker Day frame to a selfie or throwback photo of you as a food service worker.
This free tool provides you with a downloadable image that is social media ready! Just be sure to use the hashtag #FSWday.
Download these templates to make your own social media post telling your food service story.
We want to make sure every food service worker knows that they are valued and that their work is meaningful.
On National Food Service Worker Day we’re sending volunteers to restaurants across the country to thank their teams and educate them about Giving Kitchen.
Any food service worker can Ask For Help from Giving Kitchen, and we want to make sure that they all know that we’ve got their back.
Sign up to receive a swag pack to bring to your favorite restaurant when you stop by on the 25th!
Sign Up to VolunteerView and download our outreach kit to share National Food Service Worker Day with your organization, group, or community.
Set this image as your wallpaper so you can easily show the QR code to food service workers who want to learn about Giving Kitchen.
Giving Kitchen (GK) is a nonprofit organization that provides emergency assistance to food service workers through financial support and a network of community resources. Their goal is to create a food service community in which crises are met with compassion and care. Giving Kitchen is a James Beard Humanitarian of the Year award winner and Fast Company’s 2022 Brands That Matter. Since its inception, GK has served over 30,000 food service workers and awarded over $15 million in financial assistance.
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