On Friday, Jan. 28, Goodwill’s Job Connection Center will offer a second class on SafeStaff and Banquet Training. The four hour class is taught by Goodwill’s licensed Culinary School professionals Steve Sitnick, Dean of Hospitality Education and Katina Hamlin, Catering and Convention Sales Manager. Participants are taught the specifics of banquet serving and the Safe Staff training curriculum.  The class participants are   introduced to handling service ware, setting the meal station, and serving the guests in a timely manner with proficient service. Each participant receives a Safe Staff Certification through the National Restaurant Association that will be valid for three years.  The cost of the class is $25 and scholarships are available.

The training and certificate program prepares individuals to work at the many fine dining establishments throughout Georgia’s Lake Country. The class is sponsored by Goodwill Staffing Services who works closely with area employers to provide qualified temporary and temp-to-permanent personnel. If you would like to learn more about the cost savings of hiring temporary employees as well as help Goodwill fulfill its mission of employment and training services, contact Lynn Hudson at (706) 485-0244.  The cost of the class is $25 and scholarships are available. For further information contact the Job Connection Center at (706) 485-0244.

Other ongoing free training classes include Staying Motivated during your Job Search, Communication Tools, Job Search Techniques, Interview Training and Dress for Success.  For additional information on Goodwill’s Training Programs, which are funded through generous community donations sold in the Goodwill retail store, call (706) 485-0244.