RISE – Readiness in Skills and Employment 

Training in food and hospitality that opens doors to lasting careers. 

RISE is an eight-week employment readiness program that prepares young adults to enter the workforce with confidence, skills, and a clear sense of direction. Centered on the food and hospitality industry, this program offers a supportive environment where participants build habits, knowledge, and workplace readiness that employers value. 

Participants receive hands-on instruction in essential areas like customer service, kitchen skills, and food safety, while also exploring financial literacy, emotional intelligence, digital tools, and long-term career planning. 

Dates

Program Details: 

Cohort 4: September 8 to October 3 

Cohort 5: October 27 to November 20 

Schedule: Mondays through Thursdays, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM 

Location: In person 

Length: 4 week of training plus 4 weeks of coaching 

Fee: Free (stipends available) 

Enrollment Goal: 15 participants per cohort 

What to Expect: This is not just job training. It is a launchpad for growth. RISE combines daily learning, hands-on practice, and four weeks of personalized coaching to help you apply what you’ve learned in real life. Whether you are just getting started or returning to the workforce, the program is designed to build both skill and confidence. 

If you are ready to work and want the structure and support to move forward with purpose, RISE will help you take that next step. 

Interested in discovering the full details of this exciting opportunity? We invite you to register below.