OUR TRAINING PROGRAM

Both of our training programs are 12-month, holistic vocational training programs for underprivileged young adults. We aim to provide students with the competencies they need to succeed in the hospitality industry through theoretical courses (30%) and hands-on training at SPOONS Cafe Restaurant and at our hospitality partners’ enterprises.

Hospitality Development Program
Concentrations Overview

Students will be given the choice to concentrate in one of two areas:

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Food & Beverage Service

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Culinary

Hospitality Skills for Young Entrepreneurs
Concentrations Overview

Students will be focusing on 3 areas:

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Barista, Bakery and Pastry

Student Recruitment Process

Stage I

Application Session (Part 1)

• Attend a 12-hour hospitality information session in the area where they live.

• Student submit their application if they are interested

• Students will be visited at their homes by our recruiters, unannounced, to inspect if they meet our criteria

Stage II

12-month Skills Training (Part II)

• Complete a 12-month skills training with accommodation in Siem Reap with hands-on practice at our social enterprise restaurant.

Stage III

After the Training (Part III)

• Receive a certificate recognized by the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training and ASEAN Standards after their graduation.

• Search and apply for a job

• Continued education opportunities

• Continued getting support from SPOONS team members regarding career and motivation support

Basic Barista Training

•Collaborated with Livelihood Project

•World Bank Program,

•Hosted by Siem Reap Provincial Hall

•42 students,2 males.

• 4 months training,

•Include 1 month internship

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Community-Based Eco-Tourism (CBET)

75 conservation natural resource  people and Local business owners  from Community-Based Eco-Tourism (CBET) 19 communes, 4 provinces,  Steung Streng, Kratie, Preah  Vihear, and Kompong Thom  Provinces

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Our Program Overview

Students Recruitment

A thorough home visit is conducted every August to assess shortlisted candidates and determine their individual needs. This ensures we select students who will truly benefit from our program. The selected cohort commences training in January of the following year.

Alumni Support

SPOONS Cambodia Organization is supporting alumni by providing them a three-month short course such as English class for hospitality, personal development and job placement training.

Social Enterprise

We are running SPOONS Café & Restaurant as a social enterprise where students can further their education by applying their knowledge in a real-life setting. The profit from this social enterprise also raises funds for our student programs.

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