• Culinary Training Program Application

    Culinary Training Program Application

    at Feeding South Florida's Community Kitchen

  • Our free 12-week course, designed by James Beard nominated Chef Lindsay Autry, teaches the skills necessary to start a culinary career.

    Feeding South Florida's Culinary Training Program is located at 4925 Park Ridge Blvd Boynton Beach, FL 33426. You'll learn how to prepare meats, poultry, fish, sauces, menu planning, knife skills, food safety, and more!

  • We are now accepting applications for our next cohort!

  • Eligibility Requirements:

    • Minimum 18 years of age.
    • Authorized to work in the U.S. or obtaining work authorization.
    • Have a high school diploma/GED or working towards GED.
    • Must prove reliability and interest in pursuing a culinary career.
    • Have experienced financial hardship (unemployment, underemployment, government assistance, etc.) during the last 12 months.
    • Feeding South Florida's Culinary Training Program is a second-chance program. A criminal background will not automatically result in denied admission, however applicants must agree to a background check and drug test.
    • Be able to attend classes Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm.

  • Contact Information:

  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Demographics:

  • Date of Birth*
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  • Race/Ethnicity:*
  • Gender
  • Education*
  • Housing*
  • Primary Method of Transportation*
  • Veteran Status
  • Do you have any medical conditions or physical limitation that would make it difficult to work in a strenuous work environment? This includes the ability to lift 50 pounds repetitively, bending, lifting, twisting, long periods of standing, and being in hot and cold environments.*

  • Social Services:

  • Do you have a Case Manager/Social Worker?

  • If yes, please provide the following:
          
    Phone Number       
    Agency Name

  • Do you receive any of the following government benefits?*
  • Are you currently employed?*

  • If yes, please provide the following:
    Company Name
    Job Title      
    Supervisor       
    Phone Number       
    Annual Salary:      

  • Note: An affirmative response to this question will not automatically result in denial. Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense?*

  • Program Participation:

    • I understand that daily attendance is mandatory Monday - Friday, 9 am - 3 pm.
    • I understand that I must be on time and prepared to stay the entire day.
    • I understand that I must be willing to accept instruction from my instructors and complete the tasks that are assigned to me with a positive attitude.
    • I understand that I must be substance free.
    • I understand that the Community Kitchen Culinary Training Program is not responsible for damage, loss, or theft of my personal property.
    • I understand that I will be expected to participate in all aspects of the program.
    • I understand that Community Kitchen Culinary Training Program will assist each student with job development skills and career guidance. However, Community Kitchen Culinary Training Program does not guarantee employment.
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