The foundation is currently accepting applications for these programs, targeting employees earning less than $25.80 per hour or $53,700 annually. The ESL class, starting in early March, aims to enroll 100 participants and offers virtual training focused on restaurant-specific English language skills.
Additionally, other available opportunities include:
Hourly Employee Track- This is for all of your entry level restaurant staff. (Only 11 hours- Virtual)
They receive the following certifications:
- ServSafe Allergen/Massachusetts
- Allergen Awareness
- ServSafe Food Handler
- ServSafe Alcohol
- Unconscious Bias for Employees
- Sexual Harassment
- Prevention for Employees
- Financial Literacy
Culinary – ideal for dishwashers, cleaning, prep interested in a promotion to line cook. (111 Hours- Virtual- participants will receive a laptop from us for this track).
They will receive the following certifications:
- Rouxbe* Online Basic Culinary (training used by Mariott and other well-known hospitality organizations)
- Knife Skills
- Cooking Methods
- ACF Fundamentals Cook Certification
- Financial Literacy
Management- This is for your shift lead, key holder, someone interested in a promotion to management. Completion of this track does not result in full management training, but puts the employee on the path. (89 Hours- Virtual)
Participant receives the following certifications:
- ServSafe Allergen/Massachusetts
- Allergen Awareness
- ServSafe Manager
- ServSafe Alcohol
- Unconscious Bias for Managers
- Financial Literacy
- Train 321 Full Course Suite
- How to Deal with a Difficult Customer
- Upselling
- Workplace Ethics
