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Michael Newkirk
Atlantic County Institute of Technology, Class of 2001
Commercial Foods
Michael Newkirk graduated from the commercial foods program of the Atlantic County Institute of Technology in 2001. During his time at ACIT, he demonstrated natural ability in all areas of the kitchen. Michael was a conscientious worker who maintained an “A†average.
After graduation, Mike attended the culinary arts program at Atlantic Cape Community College, graduating with an associate’s degree. Mike was an integral part of the team that entered the junior ACF Chefs Competition, where he won a bronze medal.
Mike is now the Executive Chef of the Knife and Fork Inn, the second oldest free-standing restaurant in Atlantic City. He has also given his time and enthusiasm back to the ACIT program as a member of the Craft Committee and in talking to students about his experiences.