At the Hospitality Training Academy (HTA), we train low-income and underserved populations to obtain employment in the hospitality and food service industry and to move up the career ladder to the middle class.
Our Programs
Hospitality / LAX Worker
Learn the basics of customer service and safe food handling for entry-level positions at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) including: server, host, cashier, fast food attendant, utility worker and busser. This is a great starting point for those interested in hospitality careers!
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This course teaches the foundation and history of coffee making and barista techniques on our state-of-the-art barista machines. Participants will be ready for jobs at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and hotel properties across Los Angeles.
Learn MoreCulinary Apprenticeship
Become a certified Line Cook through our 7-week apprenticeship program, which offers quality classroom instruction from industry professionals, along with practical, hands on experience for culinary positions in a variety of kitchens at hotels, restaurants, and airport concessions.
Learn MoreRoom Attendant Apprenticeship
Become a certified Room Attendant through our 7-week apprenticeship program that prepares participants for housekeeping positions in upscale hotels throughout Los Angeles and Orange County.
Learn MoreVocational ESL
Learn American workplace culture, conversational ESL and technical skills for entry-level position at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as well as hotels. Students will receive assistance with resume writing and interview skills to help build their confidence to get a job.
Learn MoreBartender
Learn through a combination of instruction and practical, hands-on work. We will teach you how to properly prepare a variety of drinks while demonstrating excellent customer service and knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.
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Upcoming Info Sessions
LAX/Hospitality Worker and Barista Training
Barista, Server/Busser, Customer Service, ServSafe Food Handler Certificate, TiPs Safe Alcohol Service
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Info Session Dates:
Tuesday, May 21 at 1:30pm
Tuesday, June 4 at 1:30pm
Thursday, June 20 at 1:30pm
Tuesday, July 9 at 1:30pm
Thursday, July 25 at 1:30pm
Tuesday, August 6 at 1:30pm
Thursday, August 22 at 1:30pm
Culinary – Line Cook Apprenticeship Program
The seven-week hands-on training starts on July 15, 2019 and ends August 30, 2019.
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Info Session Dates:
Monday, May 20 at 2:00pm
Tuesday, May 21 at 10:00am
Thursday, May 23 at 1:30pm
Tuesday, May 28 at 1:30pm
Friday, May 31 at 10:00am
Latest News
Our new Culinary Training Kitchen has been featured by the Los Angeles Economic & Workforce...
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