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Hospitality Cadre

Start Your Journey in Hospitality!

Start your journey into the world of hospitality with the Monterey County Works Hospitality Cadre Program. This hands-on training program is designed to help you explore careers in hotels, restaurants, and event planning while building real-world job skills. Participants gain valuable work experience, develop customer service and workplace skills, and learn directly from industry professionals. If you’re looking for a way to build your résumé, gain experience, and take the first step toward a career in hospitality, this program is for you.

What awaits you:

Earn up to $35 per day during training while exploring careers in the hospitality industry.
Qualify for a paid internship with a local hospitality business, earning $18 per hour after successfully completing the 3-week training program.
Earn the Certified Guest Service Professional credential from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute.

You will receive the following certifications:

The Certified Guest Service Professional by the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute.
OSHA 10: General Industry Certification
SERV Safe Food Handlers Certification

To participate:

Be between 18 to 24 years of age and not attending school.
Be available to attend training from May 11 to May 29, 2026.
Be available to work from June 1 to July 17, 2026, up to 36 hours per week.
Must provide documentation establishing legal authorization to work in the United States.