Job Training and Job Development

The Colors Hospitality Opportunities for Workers (C.H.O.W.) Institute

Run by ROC-NY, the C.H.O.W. Institute provides free training to thousands of workers each year in both front and back of the house restaurant skills. If you are interested in learning more about these classes, please call our Training Coordinator, Marie Wiggins at 212-343-1771 ext. 15.

The following is a list of classes offered at the C.H.O.W Institute for March 2009.

1. Back of the House 101: 

    Basic Cooking, Edible Arrangements, Specialty Coffee/Barista

2. Front of the House 101:

    Customer Service, Server, Bartending Basics, Wine Basics

3. NYC Food Handling Course and Certification

4. Project Welcome (training in partnership with Kingsborough Community College)

Case Management

If you are uncertain which course is best for you, please contact our Case Manager, Jeffrey Mansfield, at 212-343-1771 ext. 19.

Job Placement

ROC-NY also provides assistance with job placement. If you are interested in assistance with job training and placement, or need help to prepare a professional resume, you must contact our Job Developer, Omar Balbuena, at 212-343-1771 ext. 16.