BARISTA & BARTENDING TRAINING PROGRAM                     KOP LOGO



Our Barista & Bartending Training program prepares low-income individuals
looking to advance their careers in the food and beverage industry.  

Do you have a passion for customer service in the food industry?

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This program is facilitated entirely in English.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply to Kitchen of Purpose's Barista & Bartending Training Program, you must meet the following requirements:
  • Passion for customer service and desire to pursue a career in the food and beverage industry.
  • 21 years old or older
  • Able to stand for 6-8 hours
  • Unemployed or underemployed
  • Able to read, write, and comprehend the English language
  • Drug-free for at least 120 days before applying to the program, and agree to be subject to random drug testing while participating in the program
  • Comply with the training hours and attendance policy. 
Application Checklist 

1) You will need to upload the following documents or set up an appointment for in-person application assistance at Kitchen of Purpose. 
  • Complete the Online Application Form 
  • Ensure your Referrer has completed the Online Referral Form (you will receive a link to send them after you have submitted your online application). Alternatively, a PDF Referral Form can be found on our website for completion.
  • Copy of Valid US Government-Issued ID (US passport, Green Card, Working Permit or Driver’s License) 
  • Copy of Social Security Card
  • Copy of Last Income Tax Return form (2025) and copy of SNAP receipt or copy of last three consecutive pay stubs. 
  • Proof of address (a secondary form of ID with address, utility bill, credit card statement, cellphone bill, lease, etc.)
2) Pass an interview with Kitchen of Purpose's staff.

3) Complete a background check.

4) Apply for a training subsidy with an agency local to you.



Kitchen of Purpose
918 S Lincoln Street Suite 2
Arlington VA 22204

Phone: 703-596-1557
Website: http://kitchenofpurpose.org/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KitchenOfPurpose 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KitchenOfPurpose






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III. SOCIAL/COMMUNITY SERVICES

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