Good Work Austin Culinary Workforce Training

Good Work Austin's Culinary Workforce Training Program is designed to empower individuals facing employment barriers by providing a paid opportunity to acquire essential skills for success in the restaurant industry.

  • Hands On Programming

    Our 9-week program is led by industry professionals who bring real-world experience to the classroom. Our program provides a livable wage to engage in hands-on training with a skilled culinary instructor, visits to local farms and restaurants, networking opportunities, and ensuring an understanding of the culinary industry.

  • Career Opportunities and Benefits

    Trainees will engage in resume-building and mock interviews. Trainees will also be granted exclusive opportunities and interviews with GoodWork Austin-affiliated businesses upon completion of the program.

  • Skill Building

    Culinary training through a comprehensive and professional curriculum. Trainees will also receive a Food Handler Certificate, (DEI) Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and harassment prevention training. This commitment ensures a safe and inclusive work environment for all trainees and employees.

Applications are currently closed.


Our 9-week program is led by industry professionals who bring real-world experience to the classroom. The program provides a livable wage to engage in hands-on training with a skilled culinary instructor, visits to local farms and restaurants, networking opportunities, and ensuring an understanding of the culinary industry. 

This is a paid opportunity to learn culinary and job skills. A stipend, transportation assistance, and daily meal are provided. 

Why Apply?
Hands on Training: Gain practical skills in knife handling, food prep, cooking techniques, and more! ‍
Get paid while you learn: Students receive a stipend upon successful completion of the program.
Open to all: We welcome anyone between 18-65 years old with a passion for food.
Everything’s on us: We’ll provide transportation assistance and lunch for all participants.

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