SHAPING LIVES
Founded in 2009 and based in Hoi An, Vietnam, STREETS is a comprehensive and fully-supported 15-month culinary and hospitality training program. Disadvantaged and vulnerable youth living in poverty are chosen to participate in this no-cost program.
Each Trainee participant is provided classroom instruction with hands-on experience in the culinary arts and/or hospitality services, nutritious meals, supervised housing, clothing, uniforms, an active community, monthly allowance, and basic medical care.
What we offer
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Professional 15-month culinary, hospitality and English language training program at no cost to participants
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Apprenticing experience including at the acclaimed STREETS Restaurant Café and Oodles of Noodles Center
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Meals, housing, clothing, uniforms and monthly allowance
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Comprehensive recreation and wellness program
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Life Skills training
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Health examination and basic medical care
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Outstanding job placement rate with ongoing career support
Who can apply
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Age: 17-22
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Education level at 6th grade literacy or relevant life skills knowledge
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Disadvantaged and vulnerable youth living in poverty, resident or sponsored by an orphanage or community agency, out-of-work and needing support
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Strong interest in restaurant, hotel or tourism careers
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Motivated to learn English
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Must complete the STREETS application including a Recommendation Letter and Certified Residence documents
A BRIGHTER FUTURE
This is the only real chance for many of these disadvantaged young adults to transition from poverty and life on the streets to the dignity of self-sufficiency that comes with a successful career in hospitality. STREETS is committed to providing Trainees with the opportunity to build a life marked by achievement and economic independence for themselves, their families and their communities.