Open Door Institute

Culinary Arts

Money Matters

Culinary Arts

A 20-week training program of culinary arts and life skills for persons who desire to learn new skills and obtain living wage employment. Culinary Arts has two (2) sessions per year. Students learn food safety, food terminology, life and soft skills, and culinary skills with a professional chef. Graduates of the culinary arts training program earn more per hour than at the beginning of the program serving in restaurants and hotels across the city, many in assistant manager positions. Culinary Arts graduates have a greater chance of earning living wage employment if they successfully pass the ServSafe class and exam also offered at no charge for the students in the program. Click here for the flyer for the Winter 2025 training!

Thank you to all our community partners. You are vital to the success of the participants.

For additional information call us at 706-323-5518

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Money Matters

Personal Finance workshop to take control of your finances.

Benefits of this 6-week Personal Finance Workshop:

  • Learn how to create a budget and save for your goals.

  • Understand the basics of finances and growing your wealth

  • Discover strategies for managing debt and improving your credit score

  • Connect with like-minded individuals and build your financial support network

Business Finances to learn essential strategies for small businesses.

Benefits of this 8-week Business Finance Boot Camp:

  • Learn essential financial strategies for small businesses

  • Gain practical skills to manage your business finances effectively

  • Understand budgeting, cash flow management, and financial analysis

  • Discover tips for optimizing profits and maximizing growth

  • Network with fellow entrepreneurs and share experiences

Call the office today for more information, 706-323-5518.