Program modified or suspended due to COVID-19
On Your Mark
On Your Mark is a 12-week program that offers job training and workforce readiness to youth ages 16-21 with a Culinary Arts or Retail track.
Hands-on Training
Experienced culinary and retail professionals will teach the fundamental skills needed to work in a kitchen or retail store.
Life Skills
The Life Skills class will teach the basics for successful workforce readiness.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
Youth, ages 16-21. Only those with completed applications will be considered.
WHAT IS REQUIRED?
A good attitude and willingness to learn. Attendance is expected!
WHAT DO YOU GAIN?
- Practical job training
- Free ServSafe exam (for culinary students)
- Help finding a job after program completion.
- $75.00 per week stipend (must come to all classes)
- A chance to give back to your community at The Open Door
Culinary Arts
Food prep, storage & inventory
Kitchen & food safety
Packaging & merchandizing
Retail:
Customer service
Retail technology
Merchandising & displays
Inventory management
Planning special sales
Life Skills:
Goal setting & relationship building
Résumé & interview skills
Financial literacy
Time management
Communication
Problem solving
Teamwork