In this 6-week training program, the job seeker receives a comprehensive education in all of the facets and functions in the food industry through a combination of classroom hours and hands on job training. Classroom instruction will focus on health and safety standards, inventory management, menu planning and career pathways. Tasks will include customer service, order taking, utility work, food preparation, line/grill cooking, use of Point-of-Sale systems and kitchen clean up. At the end of the training, students have the opportunity to complete the online ServSafe Food Handlers course and obtain certification administered by the National Restaurant Association and are eligible to apply for employment with Community Work Services’ Culinary Team.

The Job Readiness Training portion of the program focuses on building professional soft skills and learning how to conduct a successful job search. Courses include personal branding, workplace etiquette, getting along with co-workers and supervisors, resume writing, and interviewing skills. Participants also attend tours of locals employers, on and off-site hiring events and mock interviews with hiring professional volunteers (2 weeks)