Become a Student at HWH: Your Recipe for Success

Are you ready to whip up a fresh start? At Housed, Working, and Healthy, we're serving up opportunities for a brighter future.

Who Can Apply?

We welcome individuals who are:

  • Currently experiencing housing instability.

  • Approaching new opportunities for work with a positive attitude.

  • Committed to making positive changes in their lives.

  • Interested in starting a career in the culinary industry.

How to Apply

  1. Fill out our online application

2. Attend an information session (we’ll be in contact to schedule!).

3. Complete a brief interview with our team.

What to Expect

Our 4-month program is a full-course meal of opportunity:

Appetizer
Hands-on culinary training in our state-of-the-art kitchen where you will:

  • Learn essential cooking skills.

  • Gain industry recognized food safety certifications.

  • Build confidence in a supportive environment.

Main Course
4-month paid internship where you will:

  • Put your skills to work in real-world settings.

  • Earn while you learn!

  • Develop professional connections.

Sweet Extras
HWH is dedicated to helping you:

  • With mental health support and case management.

  • With resume development, interview preparation, and job placement assistance.

  • By providing ongoing support post-graduation.

The Cherry on Top
Upon completion, you'll have:

  • Industry recognized culinary skills certifications.

  • Real-world work experience.

  • A professional network.

  • Tools for long-term success.

  • Ideally, working part-time by graduation!

Are You Ready?

To be a great candidate you should:

  • Be prepared - mentally ready and committed to positive change!

  • Be willing - ready to commit to our 3-month program.

  • Be able - physically capable of kitchen work, including standing for long periods of time.

  • Be 18 or older.

  • Not be on a sex offender list.

Take the first step! Your new life is waiting!