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Para escuchar en español, use el botón Interpretación 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本 Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members Thursday, May 20, 2021 Presented by: Illinois Restaurant Association, Takito Brands, Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership, Safer Foundation, and the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation in conjunction with Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Cook County Community Recovery Initiative including partner, the Illinois Business Immigration Coalition.
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Page 1: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Para escuchar en espantildeol use el botoacuten Interpretacioacuten 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本

Staffing Help Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Thursday May 20 2021

Presented by

Illinois Restaurant Association Takito Brands Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership Safer Foundation and the Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

in conjunction with

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle and the Cook County Community Recovery Initiative including partner the Illinois Business Immigration Coalition

CookCountyIlgovRecovery

Para escuchar en espantildeol use el botoacuten Interpretacioacuten 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本

CookCountySmallBusinessAssistancecom

IllinoisRestaurantsorg

Para escuchar en espantildeol use el botoacuten Interpretacioacuten 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本

Panelists

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Kristen Hodges Executive Director Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Safer Foundation

Takito Brands

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 2: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

CookCountyIlgovRecovery

Para escuchar en espantildeol use el botoacuten Interpretacioacuten 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本

CookCountySmallBusinessAssistancecom

IllinoisRestaurantsorg

Para escuchar en espantildeol use el botoacuten Interpretacioacuten 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本

Panelists

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Kristen Hodges Executive Director Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Safer Foundation

Takito Brands

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 3: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

IllinoisRestaurantsorg

Para escuchar en espantildeol use el botoacuten Interpretacioacuten 此网络研讨会有中文及英文两种放送版本

Panelists

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Kristen Hodges Executive Director Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Safer Foundation

Takito Brands

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 4: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Panelists

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Kristen Hodges Executive Director Illinois Restaurant Association Educational Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Safer Foundation

Takito Brands

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 5: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Takito Brands

Mario Ponce Founder Owner amp Operator

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 6: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 7: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Takito Brands

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 8: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Takito Brands

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 9: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership

Marion A Batey Business Relations Specialist

Hospitality and Tourism Sector Lead

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 10: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce System is comprised of multiple service delivery models at locations throughout the

City and County all of which can be accessed through chicookworksorg or by calling 800-270-2515 Job

Seekers can directly connect to employers at chicookworksorgworknow

bull American Job Centers (AJCs) are high-capacity sites serving the general job-seeking population as well as

businesses There are five in Chicago and five in suburban Cook County

bull Delegate Agencies provide services to job seekers and businesses differing from AJCs in that they are

smaller and may serve a smaller geographic area or special population

bull Youth Delegate Agencies provide services to assist youth ages 16-24 in achieving academic and

employment success

bull Sector Centers are business service hubs concentrating on business and job seeker services related to

a specific industry sector and are responsible for educating the other WIOA delegate agencies on aspects of

the given sector The Partnership currently funds centers in the information technology health care and retail

and hospitality sectorsmdashtransportation distribution and logistics opens in 2020

bull Career Pathway Training Programs are cohort-based demand-driven skills training programs in the regionrsquos

focus industry sectors and may also include bridge programs designed to serve individuals with basic skills

deficiency andor limited English skills

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 11: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Local Workforce Development System

The Chicago Cook Workforce Partnership operates the public workforce system in Chicago

and suburban Cook County

Network of 91 delegate agencies American Job

Centers satellite sites and sector-driven centers

Over 100 locations providing services to more than

140000 people and 1000 businesses a year

Many services target communities with high rates of

poverty and individuals facing barriers to employment

Not-for-profit structure allows The Partnership to raise

philanthropic and competitively procured funds to

enhance existing workforce services

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 12: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

System Overview

Career Coaching

Individual Employment

Plan

Training

Job Search

Career Pathways

Talent Pipeline

Job Postings

Recruitment

Candidate Assessment

Employee Upskilling

Data and Analytics

Sector Strategies

Employer Job Seeker

Training Provider

Career Coach

Business Services

Team

Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 13: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Cook County Labor Market

We train for Chicagolandrsquos most in-demand occupations within high growth industries

Business and Professional Services

Healthcare

Retail Culinary and Hospitality

Information Technology

Manufacturing

Transportation Distribution and Logistics

Construction

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 14: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Meeting Employer Need

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Promote and advise

use of state and local tax

incentives unemployment

insurance and labor market

data

Human Resource

Consultation

including assistance with

creating job descriptions and

analyzing employee turnover

Lay off Aversion Downsizing

Services and Outplacement

On the Job Training

Customized Training

Incumbent Worker Training

Retention Services

17

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 15: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

On-the-Job Training for New Hires

On-the-job training (ldquoOJTrdquo) is a WIOA business tool that allows employers to be

reimbursed for a portion of wages paid to new hires during the training period The

purpose of OJT is to provide a hands-on method of teaching the skills knowledge and

competencies needed for new hires to perform a specific job within the workplace

KEY OJT Takeaways

Training takes place at the normal job site or as otherwise directed by the employer

Employers may be reimbursed up to 50 percent of the wage rate of an OJT

participant for the costs of providing the training and additional supervision related to

the OJT

Subject to funding availability and the OJT Traineersquos needs

OJT reimbursement cannot exceed $10000 per new hire

Training duration can be no less than four weeks or exceed 6 months

Training duration must be in line with Specific Vocational Preparation

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 16: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Customized Training for New Hires

Customized training may be

bull Provided for new employees

bull The training may be conducted by the employer

or an approved educational entity (subcontractor)

bull The training must be designed to meet an employerrsquos special requirements and needs

bull WIOA agency submits Customized Training Proposal along with all required documents to

The Partnership for approval

Employers must commit to hire individuals that complete the training full-time (30

hoursweek) upon successful completion of the Customized Training

Business Services Spotlight ndash On the Job Training

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 17: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Business Services Spotlight Paid Work Experience

Paid Work Experience Overview

Offers a service to employer and jobseeker and a plethora of beneficial

outcomes

o Candidate that is appropriate for long-term work but does not have all of the

skills or work experience to qualify for entry-level employment

o Planned Structured Learning Experience

o Limited Period of Time

o 30 Hours Work Week$1400 per Hour min

o 6 - 7 Weeks Assignment

o Employer of Record

o Execute Payment Process

Employer

o Provide Work Experience

o Timesheets Attendance and Performance Record

o Worksite Agreement and Training Plan

o Final Employer Feedback

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 18: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Workshops amp Trainings

Workshops and Trainings are facilitated monthly by our Chicago Cook

Workforce Partnership Hospitality and Tourism Sector Center

CREDENTIALED TRAINING National Retail Federation Industry Fundamentals National Retail Federation Customer Service amp Sales ServSafe Illinois Food Handler AHLEI Hospitality Training

Workshops Day amp Registration

WIOA ORIENTATION

Mondays at 930am (Youth 18-24)

httpsbitlyZoomYouthOrient20

WIOA ORIENTATION Tuesdays at 10 am (Adults 18+)

httpbitlyNEGPPI

RESUME REFRESH

Wednesdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyResumeWkp

INTERVIEWING TECHNIQUES

Thursdays at 10 am

httpsbitlyVirtualint

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 19: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Additional Opportunities to Connect CHI SERVES

22

The City of Chicago and The Partnership

have launched ChiServes as a resource

to connect restaurant and hospitality

workers affected by the COVID-19

pandemic to systemwide resources

How to Participate bull Visit wwwchiservescom and register

bull Text ChiServe to 474747 and get twice

weekly updates from The Partnership

regarding open positions and opportunities

bull Call (312) 281-7925 for more information

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 20: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

New in 2021

Coordinated Reentry Council and Pilot Program In collaboration with the Cook

County Justice Advisory Council The Partnership recently concluded eight months of

convenings for the Coordinated Reentry Council which resulted in recommendations for

five systemic changes to the regionrsquos reentry system Included within this effort is a two-

year pilot program to serve 150 returning citizens with pre- and post-release career

services and other holistic resources

Chatham Education and Workforce Center 11000 square foot state-of-the-art

workforcetraining center opened in January 2021 featuring a Maker Lab flexible space

for use by community groups dedicated classrooms office space and access to all of

The Partnershiprsquos programming and services The center is made possible through the

generosity of Steve and Jessica Sarowitz with additional sponsorship offered by Blue

Cross Blue Shield ComEd Uber Verizon and Fifth Third Bank

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 21: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Questions ndash Ideas - Contact

24

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks2012

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 22: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

ChiCookWorks ChiCookWorks

Adjourn

25

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 23: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Illinois Restaurant Association

Educational Foundation

Kristen Hodges Executive Director

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 24: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Safer Foundation

Ruby Dorsey Intensive Case Manager

SDSC-HOPE

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 25: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Participant Involvement and Engagement Employment Ruby Dorsey Safer Foundation Kristen Hodges IRAEF rubydorseysaferfoundationorg khodgesillinoisrestaurantsorg Deirdra Flowers Lawrence Hall dflowerslawrencehallorg

Interested in learning more about HOPES

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 26: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Additional Hiring Resources

Illinois ProStart Program bull A national two-year program for high school students

bull Industry-driven curriculum

bull Culinary techniques and management skills

bull Real-world educational opportunities

bull Builds practical and necessary critical skills

bull Meets Illinois State Board of Education learning standards

bull Offers nationally recognized certifications

bull Serves almost 150000 students in more than 1900 high schools across 50 states Guam and the Department of Defense Education Activity schools in Europe and the Pacific

bull Reaches about 3000 students in Illinois

bull Connects students to the industry through internships job opportunities field trips classroom speakers volunteering at events and more

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 27: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

bull

Additional Hiring Resources

Spread the Word

Share Job Openings with the IRAEF

bull httpswwwsurveymonkeycomrHIRINGNOW

bull Monthly newsletters and weekly job listings

bull Employer Spotlight Series

Job Boards Hiring Events and Social Media

bull Local College and University Job Boards

bull Inexpensive or FREE sites (Best Sites)

bull Online Job Fairs

bull Host incentivizing hiring events

bull TikTok ndash highlight establishment menu and cuisine

bull Promote growth opportunities and retention plans

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 28: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Q amp A

Thank You

Page 29: Staffing Help: Ideas for Finding and Hiring New Team Members

Thank You