Jump to Jobs

Program Overview

Duration: 2 weeks (4 days Virtual Theory + 3 or 4 days of In-person Applied Training)

Cost: No cost to eligible participants

Method of Study: Combined online and in-person

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 9am until 4pm

Age Requirement: 18 years and older

Eligibility: Resident of Ontario, eligible to work in the province. Newcomers and individuals in receipt of Ontario Works are encouraged to apply.

Note: Proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 (defined by Health Canada as two shots) is required. Masks are required for any in-person training.

Program Description

Jump to Jobs helps get participants job ready in less than 2 weeks! We have taken the best elements from all our training programs into an intensive hands-on experience.

This program combines job seeking preparation, soft skills and specific training for either Housekeeping jobs or Food & Beverage Server jobs. There are 2 components of this training:

Job Preparation Training (4 days)
Room Attendant Training (3 days) OR Food & Beverage Server (4 days)

*Those taking Food & Beverage Server Training will have opportunity to take Smart Serve Certification

Program Details

The program includes online and in-person instructor-led sessions, independent activities, and one-on-one coaching sessions. In-person classes take place at the Toronto Don Valley Hotel.

Both the online and in-person training runs all day.

In person, Proof of full vaccination against Covid-19 (defined by Health Canada as two shots) and masking is required

Why This Program

There are many job opportunities across hospitality industry including within restaurants, hotels and motels. This program gives you knowledge and hands-on experience to apply to either housekeeping jobs or Food & Beverage Handling jobs.

Best of all, there is no cost to candidates who are accepted into the program.

Start Dates

Weekly training sessions running throughout the summer

Book a session with us today to get signed up!

"’I'll admit, I was apprehensive when I heard about PIVOT. Even during the introductory session I wasn’t completely certain the program would be of any benefit. However, at some point during the first session, it clicked! PIVOT provides an invaluable boost, a jumpstart of confidence, and an action plan for anyone in hospitality navigating their career forward. Thanks!"

The PIVOT program is an excellent program for those transitioning into a new career. It has helped me develop the skills required for a job search, identify my transferable skills and most importantly given me the confidence to tackle and be strategic in my search."

"It is evident that a lot of thought was put into the PIVOT program . The wealth of experience and knowledge is invaluable, and more than what was expected, and I am truly grateful. I would, without a doubt, recommend this program to anyone in hospitality looking for a new path in their career! Thank you!"

“After migrating from St Lucia, I completed high school in Canada and only had one part-time job. This training has allowed me to have a full-time job.”

"Participating in the PIVOT program was a blessing in disguise. Beyond the knowledge, the program encouraged me to think outside the box and get different ideas. I even got support after the program: job posting recommendations, tips to prepare for interviews and encouragement when I got a job offer and started a new job!"

The management of HWTC was able to secure a placement for me at Sheraton Gateway Hotel, located at the Pearson International Airport, Terminal 3. Lo and behold, it was like I went for a four-year college course in Hospitality.”