Chicago’s UNITE HERE Hospitality Institute Celebrates Culinary Apprenticeship Graduates
Chicago, IL – November 23, 2024 – The UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Institute proudly held a graduation ceremony for its culinary apprenticeship program on Thursday evening, highlighting the impact of vocational training in the culinary industry.
The program serves as a robust platform for individuals facing employment barriers, providing them with essential skills and certifications necessary for a successful career in hospitality. Among the graduates was Darryl Hall, a 23-year-old cook at the Fairmont Hotel, who earned his Culinary Journeyworker certification through the program.
In a follow-up studio discussion, Executive Director Sheryl Morris emphasized the transformative effect that apprenticeship programs can have on participants’ professional lives. These programs not only equip graduates with practical culinary skills but also open doors to sustainable employment opportunities in a competitive industry.
Morris noted that success stories like Hall’s are at the heart of the institute’s mission to empower individuals through education and training.
The UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Institute remains committed to nurturing talent and providing resources to ensure that aspiring culinarians can overcome obstacles to achieve their professional goals.
For further information about the program and how it supports the hospitality workforce, interested parties can visit the UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Institute’s website.
Contact: ABC7 Chicago Digital Team
Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 1:25 AM
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