English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Culinary & Hospitality MassSTEP

Hours: 150
Fee: Free
Instruction: In-person/Lecture

Course Description

Get the skills and certifications you need to begin a career in the culinary/hospitality sector! Students earn ServSafe Food Handler and Manager, OSHA10, and other workplace certificates, in addition to knife skills and culinary fundamentals.

This program is designed for people learning English who are at an intermediate level. English skills are built into the program to help you succeed.

150-hour training program leading to jobs such as:

Food preparer
Line cook
Server
Host/hostess
Hotel worker

Job Placement Assistance

We are currently working with over two dozen local employers eager to hire qualified graduates!

Certificates Earned

ServSafe for Managers and Food Handlers; ServSafe Alcohol (for safe service); OSHA-10 for workplace safety; and Guest Service Gold© for customer service excellence. Includes 90 hours of English language/career preparation instruction.

Offered through a grant from the MA Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, Adult & Community Learning Services, in a partnership between Springfield Technical Community College & Holyoke Community College.

Course Details

Prerequisites/Requirements

Open to adult residents of Massachusetts who are learning English. We're looking for students who are ready to enter employment in culinary/hospitality at the conclusion of the program, and are ready to actively participate in an exciting hands-on experience! A CORI background check may be required.

Salary and Job Trends

Course Cancellation Policy

The STCC Workforce Training office reserves the right to cancel any course that does not meet minimum enrollment requirements.

Student Handbook Policies

As a participant in this program/course I understand that I am bound by all the rules, regulations, and policies of STCC as outlined in the Springfield Technical Community College Student Handbook.

Disability-Related Accommodations

In compliance with Springfield Technical Community College's policy and equal access laws, disability-related accommodations are available. Students who desire such accommodations should provide documentation of a disability to register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS). Proper registration will enable ODS counselors to verify the disability and determine reasonable academic accommodations.

Emmanuel Reyes
413-552-2936
ereyes@hcc.edu

Enrollment Process

To apply for the program, complete the Inquiry Form.