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Food Service Career Path

The restaurant and food service industry is one of the most fair-chance-friendly sectors in America. Get certified, build your skills, and land a kitchen or front-of-house role quickly.

💰 $14–$22/hr
📚 4 courses
⏱️ ~6 weeks
Target jobs: Line Cook, Prep Cook, Food Handler, Server, Kitchen Supervisor
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Your Learning Roadmap

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Workplace Safety Basics

Learn the essential safety practices every employee needs to know — from hazard identification to emergency procedures. Ideal for anyone starting a new job.

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ServSafe Food Handler Certification

Nationally recognized ServSafe certification required by most food service employers. Covers foodborne illness prevention, personal hygiene, temperature control, sanitation, and cross-contamination. Valid in all 50 states.

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Food Service Customer Skills

Build the communication and service skills that restaurant and food service employers look for. Covers order-taking, customer complaint resolution, teamwork, upselling basics, and professional conduct in a kitchen environment.

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Interview Prep for Returning Citizens

Practical, honest guidance for job seekers with a criminal record. Learn how to confidently present yourself, answer tough questions, and land the job you deserve.

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