FAIRFAX
CITY, Va., June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Local
restaurants have increasingly struggled to recruit qualified staff
in recent years. In response, the Town of Vienna Economic
Development and the Fairfax City Economic Development partnered
with George Mason University, and the
Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association, to launch the
Culinary Careers Collaborative (CCC), to address this pressing
issue.
"The Culinary Careers Collaborative program is an investment in
the community's culinary talents and creates a quality
customer-centric dining experience for the Town of Vienna and Fairfax City," shared Natalie Guilmeus,
economic development director for the Town of Vienna.
The Culinary Careers Collaborative offers three distinct career
pathways:
- Beginner Culinary Skills Track on July
18, 19, 22, and 23
- Beginner Beverage Skills Track on July
11, 12, 15, and 16
- Advanced Management Track on July
25, 26, 29, and 30
These programs empower individuals in their professional journey
to enhance their knowledge and skills, supporting the dynamic
restaurant scenes in Fairfax City
and the Town of Vienna. The
application deadline for all tracks is July
8.
"Whether starting the food service journey, aiming for bar
management and beverage creation, or exploring advanced hospitality
management, the Culinary Careers Collaborative program helps
students advance careers in the community," stated Tara Borwey, programs manager at Fairfax City
Economic Development.
Each track features a specialized curriculum designed to improve
students' essential skills and offer hands-on experience for entry
into the food service industry or advancement into management
roles. In collaboration with local restaurants in Fairfax City, the Town of Vienna, and the Public Health
Nutrition Kitchen at George Mason
University, the program seeks to foster a thriving culinary
ecosystem, stimulating economic growth, creating jobs, and
promoting culinary excellence across the region. Upon finishing the
course, students will earn a certificate showcasing their
achievements to potential employers.
For more information about the Culinary Careers Collaborative
program and to apply, please visit culinarycareerscollab.com.
About Fairfax City Economic Development
Fairfax City
Economic Development is a collaboration between the Fairfax City
Economic Development Department and the Fairfax City Economic
Development Authority, an independent agency administered by a
commission appointed by the City Council to promote economic
development activity within Fairfax. Fairfax City Economic Development
helps attract businesses to the city, encourages and develops
programs that foster connections between businesses, residents, and
visitors of Fairfax City, and
spearheads innovative programs and strategies devoted to
positioning Fairfax City as an
ideal location to start, grow, and scale a business. It is a
founding member of the Northern Virginia Economic Development
Alliance. Learn more at gofairfaxcity.com.
About Town of Vienna Economic Development
The Town of
Vienna Economic Development office works to help cultivate and
promote the Town of Vienna's
long-term economic competitiveness and vibrancy. The office works
to diversify the business community through attraction and
retention strategies and strengthens the business community through
a variety of services, programs, and community development
initiatives. Services and information provided include site
selection assistance, space availability reports, promotional
assistance, access to mentoring and business counseling, webinars,
and information about local and federal grant programs.
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