Sérénité Restaurant and Culinary Institute operates as a social enterprise, channeling its profits to fund tuition and recovery programs for its unique job training initiative. Revenue from the restaurant accounts for approximately 60% of the funding needed to sustain these recovery-focused efforts.

At the heart of the Recovery Center program, Sérénité offers a groundbreaking approach to addiction recovery through a six-month training program. This program equips participants with skills in classic French cuisine and top-tier restaurant service. Accommodating up to 16 students at a time, the curriculum encompasses comprehensive training in both culinary arts and hospitality, including kitchen techniques and front-of-house operations. Participants earn an income during their training and receive job placement support upon completion.

Each year, Sérénité welcomes approximately 15-20 participants annually. Many of these individuals are parents seeking to build a sober, stable life and better provide for their families. The program boasts a 88% completion rate since its inception, with many graduates securing employment in the culinary industry.

The program’s success is driven by the robust peer and professional support students receive during and after their training. Sérénité upholds standards of excellence in culinary education, empowering graduates to secure higher-paying jobs in the restaurant industry that can sustain a family. Supported by the Recovery Center of Medina County (RCMC), the institute provides a safe and supportive environment, fostering continuous recovery and helping participants reach their full potential.

Transform Lives This Giving Tuesday – Support Sérénité’s Mission

By Recovery Center of Medina County

Transform Lives This Giving Tuesday – Support Sérénité’s Mission

Join us to empower individuals in recovery through culinary education and hospitality training.

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