Fresh Start Culinary Workforce Training Program
A new beginning starts here!
Fresh Start is Gather's free culinary workforce training program designed to help you build real skills, gain confidence, and launch a career in the food service industry.
Interested in Fresh Start?
Join one of our in-person Information Sessions on Wednesday, December 17 at 3pm or Wednesday, January 7 at 5pm.
Location: Gather, 124 Heritage Ave, Unit 3, Portsmouth, NH
For further information, please contact Tania Marino at tmarino@gathernh.org.
No prior experience or qualifications needed – just motivation to learn!
Who The Program Is For
Fresh Start is designed for people 18 and older who:
Are seeking a pathway to steady employment
Are residents of NH or ME
Are facing barriers to work
Are ready to commit to growth and opportunity
What Participants Receive
Professional Culinary Training
Career & Life Skills Coaching
Internship Opportunities
ServSafe® Certification
Job Placement Support
Program Details
Start Date: February 2026
Length: 8 weeks of culinary and life skills, 9:00am-4:00pm, four days a week, followed by a 4-week internship
Location: Gather Community Food Center, 124 Heritage Ave, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Cost: Free