Gadsden State partners with Chick-fil-A Gadsden to Launch New Food Service Training Program
GADSDEN, AL – Gadsden State Community College and Chick-fil-A Gadsden
have partnered to offer a new training program aimed at equipping
participants with essential skills for success in the restaurant &
hospitality industry. This is the newest addition to the Chick-fil-A
Gadsden’s leadership development platform.
This opportunity is available to high school students, recent graduates
and adults looking to expand their career opportunities in food service.
Upon completion, participants receive an industry credential certificate
of training in Hospitality: Food & Beverage.
The program, offered through Gadsden State’s Workforce Development
Division, uses a multi-faceted approach reducing barriers to entry and
fosters professional development through a combination of student
support, asynchronous videos, classroom instruction and hands-on
training in food safety, customer service, up-skilling and leadership
development.
This partnership provides a pathway for up-skilling, and professional
development as well as strategic talent opportunities while highlighting
the values and standards that make Chick-fil-A a leader in the food
service industry. “It is a powerful example of how industry and
education can work together to prepare a skilled, professional
workforce,” said Baisha Woody, Director of Skills Training at Gadsden
State.
“Chick-fil-A Gadsden is committed to developing leaders,” said Tammy
Stephens, Chick-fil-A Gadsden Operations and Training Lead. “We are
proud to partner with Gadsden State to offer cutting edge training that
not only teaches essential skills for restaurant operations but also
builds character and confidence.”
For more information about Skills Training, visit Gadsden State’s
website [1].
