The Restaurant Association of Maryland and its Foundation exist to promote, protect and improve the foodservice industry in Maryland. Through their distinct but complementary missions, RAM & RAMEF work side-by-side to lead and support the industry.
About RAM
Mission
The Restaurant Association of Maryland (RAM) is a 2,000 member statewide trade association operated for the purpose of Helping Maryland Restaurants Succeed. RAM leads and supports the foodservice industry in Maryland by showcasing member restaurants, offering programs that reduce operating costs and advocating for the interests of foodservice businesses.
History
In 1927, a small group of Baltimore area restaurateurs met to deal with some of the challenges facing the economy and the foodservice industry. They believed that, once united, they could accomplish more for the industry and their businesses than if each wrestled with the problems alone. These individuals put up their own money to get the Association started and offered prospective members a “money back” guarantee of satisfaction. A few years later, in 1936, the group was chartered as the Restaurant Association of Maryland whose mission was to Promote, Protect and Improve the restaurant industry in Maryland.
About Our Members
RAM members are foodservice businesses including restaurants, bars & taverns, grocery stores, & caterers. RAM also welcomes Allied Members, which are companies that work alongside the foodservice industry by providing goods and services. RAM members are dedicated to their employees by offering careers with advancement opportunities, their customers by providing exceptional dining options and service, and their community by supporting local charities, sports teams and events.
About RAMEF
Providing Superior Education & Training to Maryland’s Hospitality Industry
The Restaurant Association of Maryland Education Foundation (RAMEF) is the preferred source of education & training for Maryland‘s hospitality industry. The Foundation provides training and certifications in ServSafe® food safety, responsible alcohol service and HACCP writing. The Foundation also manages Maryland ProStart®, a nationwide, two-year high school program that unites the classroom and industry to develop the best and brightest talent into tomorrow's restaurant and foodservice leaders.
- Learn More about RAMEF
The Restaurant Association of Maryland Education Foundation (RAMEF) is the preferred source of education & training for Maryland‘s hospitality industry. The Foundation provides training and certifications in ServSafe® food safety, responsible alcohol service and HACCP writing. The Foundation also manages Maryland ProStart®, a nationwide, two-year high school program that unites the classroom and industry to develop the best and brightest talent into tomorrow's restaurant and foodservice leaders.
- Learn More about RAMEF
