A 14-year-old high school freshman from St. Louis, Missouri is showing others that with hard work and determination, dreams are within reach.
Jemari Craigs loves barbecue so much that she started her own business feeding her neighbors on the streets in the north part of town. And the community loves it, Fox 2 Now report Saturday.
Craigs’ mother and grandmother help him during work hours as the young man tries to raise enough money to buy a food truck, which he hopes will become his dream restaurant someday. It is called the body.
he said: “Watching my dad bake, we used to sell plates here a lot. I had a family member who sold from a food truck. They did barbecue. is what I wanted to do.”
A photo of himself is posted on what appears to be Craigs’ Facebook page. work Feeding a community is difficult. His setup features several folding tables, plenty of chairs, a whiteboard with a menu, and of course, a barbecue.
Craigs loves what he does, but he also hopes others will see it and get similar ideas.
“Because here people are looking at me. They know I’m only 14 years old. It’s probably like any other 14-year-old going out and doing something like this. It has the potential to inspire and maybe they can do good things like me,” he commented.
Social media users were quick to praise the young man’s work ethic. write,”wonderful Story. I’m sure his grandpa would be proud too. I wish him all the best in his future endeavors. Go, young man! go! “
“The food looks delicious. I’ll bring you a plate,” said another user. commentedwhile others Said“Please keep doing a good job.”
Customers who were lining up to taste Craig’s food were also very impressed with him.
One man told Fox 2: We hear a lot of negative comments about what young men and young people are doing. My heart feels warm today. ”
Those looking to pick up a plate of food can go to the store across from O’Fallon Park at West Florissant Avenue and Athlone Avenue. Craig’s will serve food on Saturdays from 12pm and Sundays from 1pm.
