Culinary Training Program Transforms Tiquana's Career in Orlando

Tiquana, an Orlando resident who moved from South Carolina last year with her daughter, found a new path toward her culinary dreams thanks to workforce training. She faced significant challenges, including housing instability and reduced work hours, before discovering the program.

Last year, Tiquana and her daughter arrived in the Orlando area. They lived in a hotel while Tiquana worked at a local big-box store, saving money to secure an apartment. Despite her efforts, her hours at work were dramatically cut, making it difficult to pay bills and achieve her goal of moving into permanent housing.

Tiquana always dreamed of working in the culinary field. However, the cost of educational programs and the lack of reliable transportation presented major barriers to pursuing her passion. The workforce training program offered a solution, helping her overcome these obstacles and begin her journey toward a career in the culinary arts.