TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
Our 10-week training and employment program is designed for people from migrant and refugee backgrounds who face barriers to employment and are seeking work in hospitality.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Two months of hands on, weekly work experience shifts in the Food Collective's busy cafe and catering kitchen, situated at Melbourne Polytechnic in Epping.
Tailored training from our qualified chefs and barista to build your work ready skills in food and coffee preparation and service.
Individualised support from an employment mentor to help you find a job.
KEY DATES
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Essential
- People from migrant and refugee backgrounds living in the Cities of Whittlesea and Hume
- Eligible for employment in Australia
- Minimum of Level 2 English
- Can commit to 3 x 1/2 day training sessions for duration of program
Preferred
- Experience in the hospitality industry
- Living in Australia for a minimum of 1 year
- Unemployed for more than 1 year
Next training program 13 October to 19 December 2025
HOW TO APPLY
Fill in our online registration form, here.
For more information, contact us via catering@foodcollective.org.au or 0498 576 005.
This program is made possible through the generous support from the Scanlon Foundation.