CAFE Prep is an adult literacy and vocational training combination program operated by Community Impact at Columbia University and West Harlem Skills Training Center.  Participants will advance their English proficiency, TASC preparedness or college preparedness, learn skills in culinary training, and receive job placement assistance. Participants will receive Food Protection exam preparation upon completion of the program.  All classes will be held 4 days per week Monday through Thursday from 11AM to 3PM, for 12 weeks.

                                                                                                                     All classes are free

Requirements for the Program:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older
• Must enroll in ESOL, TASC or College Prep program
• Pass the BEST Plus English test with at least a level 4.
• Interested in working in the culinary field after completion of the program.
• Reference letter from anyone outside of family.
• Great work ethic, teamwork, consistent, and punctual
• Must live in or around Upper Manhattan

Update as of May 5th:
**CAFE Prep has been an online program since the start of the pandemic. It is possible that the program will return to in-person instruction in Fall 2021, although this has not been determined yet.