Firebirds Wood Fired Grill unveils Jr. Chefs Club program to inspire the next generation of culinary enthusiasts. * By: Wise Marketer Staff * Posted on March 11, 2026 Family-friendly membership program offers kids rewarding new culinary experiences, kitchen tools, and chef-inspired apparel, and flavorful recipes designed to spark creativity in the kitchen. CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - March 11, 2026 - Firebirds Wood Fired Grill, the award-winning, polished-casual American restaurant and steakhouse, recently unveiled a new iteration of its celebrated Jr. Chefs Club, a kid-friendly membership program designed to engage families and inspire the next generation of culinary leaders. Following a successful pilot, the newly reimagined program - developed in partnership with Just 4 Fun - Kids & Family Marketing - aims to give kids essential tools and guidance to have fun and get creative in the kitchen. The Jr. Chefs Club is open to children 12 and under, and parents or guardians can enroll up to five children under their email profile. Centered around "edutainment," the program focuses on teaching young chefs about common culinary skills and wood-fired cooking, with a spotlight on Firebirds' signature menu items. Equipped with simple tools, Jr. Chefs Club members will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on experiences, make simple, flavorful dishes, and earn fun rewards. "For more than 25 years, we've proudly served families and children of all ages. Today, we're thrilled to introduce a new Jr. Chefs Club, designed to encourage and inspire young fans to nurture a lifelong passion for cooking and quality food," said Stephen Loftis, Chief Brand Officer at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. "This program offers an opportunity for families to engage with our brand outside the four walls of our restaurants, while providing our youngest guests the freedom to explore their culinary creativity and curiosity in the kitchen." The Jr. Chefs Club rewards guests based on restaurant visits and brand engagement. New members receive a Jr. Chef T-shirt upon signup, with the opportunity to earn additional items.* The more often families dine at Firebirds and order kids' meals, the more Jr. Chef apparel and cooking essentials young chefs can collect. The program features complimentary chef-inspired Jr. Chef cooking essentials - including an introductory T-shirt, kitchen apron, chef's hat, whisk, spatula, mixing spoon, and mixing bowl - everything young chefs need to get creative in the kitchen. Families stay connected through monthly recipes delivered to parents' or guardians' email address, fun at-home cooking ideas, seasonal Firebirds menu updates, and early invitations to special events like Lemonade Days, supporting Firebirds' philanthropic partner, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. Additionally, every Jr. Chef is celebrated with a sweet birthday treat - a free kids sundae with the purchase of a kids' menu item. *All Jr. Chefs Club items meet strict safety standards, including UL Product Safety Test Report compliance with The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) for children 3+, ensuring parents can feel confident about the quality and safety of rewards. About Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is a privately owned polished casual American restaurant concept offering an energetic twist on the traditional grill, featuring a boldly flavored menu in an elevated, fire-centric atmosphere. Signature menu items include hand-cut steaks and fresh seafood seared over locally sourced hickory, oak, or pecan wood on Firebirds' exposed wood-fired grill. Complementing its inviting dining room, guests will find the award-winning FIREBAR(R) and a full-service patio with seasonal comforts. Firebirds partners with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation year-round, having raised nearly $5 million for childhood cancer research through the sale of fresh-squeezed lemonade. Firebirds was named one of 10 'Breakout Brands' by Nation's Restaurant News and was awarded the Diners' Choice Winner by OpenTable. Visit firebirdsrestaurants.com to become a member of Firebirds' Inner Circle, make an OpenTable reservation or order online.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill has promoted Steve Sturm to chief operating officer and Andy Seiple to corporate executive chef, the 64-unit polished casual chain said Thursday.