Restaurant Essentials
This program gives you the basics to start your career within the food & beverage industry.
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Learn the fundamentals of working in Food & Beverage.
There are many employment opportunities within restaurants and banquet halls across Ontario.
This program provides is a great starting point for anyone who is looking to work in a food & beverage related workplace.
This program has 4 main components:
1 - Soft Skills: Customer Service, Teamwork, Conflict Resolution
2 - Compliance Training: WHMIS, AODA, OHSA
3 - Employment Skills: Enhancing Resume, Interviews
4 - Certifications: Smart Serve, Food Handler
Program Details
Duration
2 weeks (Online training)
Cost
Free
Method of study
Virtual Online
Study Time
7 hours per day
Age Requirement
18 years and older
Program Eligibility
- Resident of Ontario
- Newcomers and individuals in receipt of Ontario Works are encouraged to apply.
- Eligible to work in Ontario
- Physically able to stand for 8 hours, lift up to 30 LB
Upcoming Program Dates
Watch this space for upcoming start dates!
Restaurant Essentials
Summer Session 1
Start Date
Jul 03, 2023
End Date
Jul 21, 2023
Training Sessions
Monday - Friday - 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Restaurant Essentials
Summer Session 2
Start Date
Jul 24, 2023
End Date
Aug 11, 2023
Training Sessions
Monday - Friday - 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Restaurant Essentials
Summer Session 3
Start Date
Aug 14, 2023
End Date
Sep 08, 2023
Training Sessions
Monday - Friday - 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Contact one of our hospitality career consultants to register for the Restaurant Essentials program and start building a foundation in hospitality.












Why Choose
Restaurant Essentials?
Learn how to be successful working within the Food & Beverage industry
Get the basics on working in a restaurant including customer service, provincial regulations and how to be part of a team.
Learn from industry professionals
You will work with some of the best and make great connections for your future career
Be job-ready
Get expert advice on how to impress employers with new skills and certifications that will give you an edge in the labour market.
Get a leg up on the competition.
Whether you’re interested in working the front of the house or back of the house, Jump to Jobs will give you the competitive edge you need to get hired.
Contact a hospitality Career Consultant to get started!
This program taught me new skills and gave me a positive outlook on my job search. I feel better about myself and know that I will be able to get a job that will allow me to use the new skills I have learned
Phillip - Restaurant Ready! Graduate
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