Investing in Breadwinners and transforming lives—together!
Thank you for being part of our network of hundreds of community partners across New York City! Hot Bread Kitchen provides career training, job placement, and small food business support, with access to support services that put clients on a path towards financial security. We’re grateful for our network of 300+ community partners across New York City who both refer their members to our programs, and provide crucial supportive services, such as financial counseling, housing and food assistance, legal services, childcare support, mental health services, and more.
Selected Community Partners
Ready to become a Community Partner?
Reach out to Maria Acevedo at macevedo@hotbreadkitchen.org to learn more!
Our Programs
Culinary Training
We get members the technical and professional skills they need for jobs in the food industry. We prioritize job placement with good employers, fair wages, and opportunities for advancement.
Signature Culinary Fundamentals upcoming program dates:
- Chelsea Market: October 10th -November 11th
- Bronx Outpost (evenings 5-8pm): October 5th - November 16th
First Course NYC upcoming program dates:
To be considered for the cohort, applicants must first attend an information session by August 4th.
- September 14th – November 10th
Front of House upcoming program dates:
- September 21st – October 20th
Culinary Career Pathways for New New Yorkers program dates:
- August 5th – September 15th
HBK Incubates
We seed, start, and scale small food businesses. Our vast small business network offers entrepreneurs technical assistance, customer connections, and access to capital.
HBKi: Seed for Aspiring Food Entrepreneurs:
- September 16-December 11, 2026
For entrepreneurs who have been in operation for over a year, explore HBKi: Scale!
October 5th - November 20th
Skills + Job Prep
We support members gaining English language skills critical for success in the culinary workplace through ESOL offered with Culinary Fundamentals.
When members enroll in courses with Hot Bread Kitchen, they are also eligible for support services outside the workplace.
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Program Requirements at a Glance
Need More Information or Assistance?
Want to connect about program offerings for your clients? Contact Maria Acevedo, macevedo@hotbreadkitchen.org
