Food Service Program is a two-part course that prepares individuals with disabilities to work in the food service industry. Tier 1 is a 12-week program that covers all of the basics of food service. Tier 2 will be an additional 4 weeks that includes an advanced curriculum for qualified students to learn: food prep skills, basic operation and care of kitchen equipment, and earn ServSafe Certification.
Training Includes:
- Customer service
- Basic food handling & preparation
- Portions
- Weights & measures
- Utensils
- Food service terms
- Safety & sanitation procedures
- ServSafe instruction
Program Requirements:
- Be tactful and work well with others
- Follow verbal instructions
- Have a negative PPD/tuberculosis test
- Stand for long periods of time
- Lift and carry heavy trays and food containers
- Stoop, bend and stretch
Employment Outlook:
Employment opportunities for food service workers are expected to grow by 9% during the next 10 years. Average hourly wage in Maryland is $8.75.