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Culinary & Hospitality Pathway

A rigorous 4-week workforce immersion engineered in collaboration with Tulsa's top hotel owners, convention managers, and resort gaming operators. Fast-track your career from entry-level hospitality to supervisory living-wage roles.

Duration
4 Weeks (Full-Time)
Starting Compensation
$18.00 – $28.00 / Hour
WIOA Incentive
50%–75% Wage Match

The 4-Week Immersion Curriculum

Week 1: Operational Foundations & AHLA Guest Service Gold

Credential 1

Emotional intelligence in high-stress guest interactions, VIP service standards, brand culture immersion, front-of-house conflict de-escalation, and comprehensive examination for AHLA Guest Service Gold certification.

Week 2: Culinary Operations & ServSafe Certification

Credential 2

Food sanitation protocol, allergen management, cross-contamination prevention, high-volume banquet knife safety, cold-prep execution, and official ServSafe Food Handler & Manager exam proctoring.

Week 3: Facilities Maintenance & Property Safety

Credential 3

Commercial HVAC filter replacement, PTAC maintenance, plumbing emergency shutoffs, chemical dilution safety (OSHA standards), pool and chemical checks, and guest room turnaround diagnostics.

Week 4: Executive Employer Showcase & Direct Placement

Placement

Live portfolio presentation, executive interviews with Tulsa general managers, onboarding paperwork finalization, WIOA OJT contracts execution, and Day-One transportation stipend distribution.

Major Tulsa Hospitality Hiring Partners

Promise Hotels Group Multi-property portfolio across Tulsa
River Spirit Casino Resort Muscogee Nation Gaming
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Cherokee Nation Entertainment
Hyatt Regency Downtown 454-Room Convention Hub
DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown & Warren Place
The Mayo & Tulsa Club Historic Luxury & Curio Collection
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Reserve Your Seat

Cohorts are limited to 20 participants per session to ensure individualized mentoring and guaranteed employer interviews.

  • $0 Out-of-pocket tuition (WIOA funded)
  • Weekly barrier support stipends
  • Uniform & non-slip footwear provided
  • 90-Day post-placement job coaching
Complete 5-Min Intake → Employers: Request Candidates