SLO Partners, part of SLO County Office of Education, is expanding its highly successful Hospitality Bootcamp program to South County this March, offering a unique opportunity for local residents to gain hands-on training and connect with careers in the fast-growing hospitality and tourism industries.
Key Highlights:
- North County Bootcamp: March 10, 2025, at the Paso Robles Oxford Suites
- South County Bootcamp: March 11, 2025, at the South County Chambers of Commerce in Arroyo Grande
- Job Fairs: March 12 (Paso Robles) & March 13 (Arroyo Grande), where job seekers can meet with potential employers in local hotels, wineries, and restaurants.
- Training includes customer service, RBS alcohol certification and resume-building workshops to prepare participants for immediate entry into the hospitality workforce.
- The program is open to all, with scholarships available to ensure accessibility for those in need. Register at https://slopartners.org/hospitality/
Tourism is the heart of our local economy, and these bootcamps are a direct response to the urgent need for skilled workers ahead of the busy season. The program not only benefits local businesses by filling staffing gaps but also provides meaningful career opportunities to residents across the Central Coast.
SLO Partners is collaborating with organizations like the Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance and South County Chambers of Commerce to create an ecosystem of growth, making this initiative an essential part of the region’s workforce development strategy.