Business Training
Barracks Row Main Street has partnered with The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) to provide free group training to establishments on 8th Street SE Barracks Row Main.
Barracks Row Main Street has partnered with The Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) to provide free group training to establishments on 8th Street SE Barracks Row Main.
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More information about Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, click here.
As a busy entrepreneur, finding time to develop new skills can be challenging. That’s why Accion Opportunity Fund has designed short, interactive learning courses to help you strengthen your business—without disrupting your schedule.
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More information about Accion Opportunity Fund, click here.
The DC Department of Small & Local Business Development is a DC government agency that provides support, training, and technical assistance to all small and local businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs in the District.
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More information about Department of Small & Local Business Development, click here.
IN PERSON TRAINING WITH Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington
700 Pennsylvania Ave. SE - Washington, DC 20003
First Floor Conference Room
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SERVSAFE®
FOOD SAFETY
ServSafe Food Manager
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
The ServSafe® food safety program provides food safety training, exams and educational materials to foodservice managers. The program is developed by the National Restaurant Association with the help of foodservice industry experts who face the same risks you do every day and course materials reflect the latest science, research and FDA Food Code. Learn about food-borne illnesses, how to prevent it and how to train employees in food sanitation. ServSafe® is the leader in food safety training and certification.
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SERVSAFE
ALCOHOL®
ServSafe Alcohol Manager
9:30 am to 1:30 pm
The ServSafe Alcohol® training program is developed by the National Restaurant Association and experts who have experience with the risks, best practices and insights that help prepare you for difficult situations involved in serving alcohol. ServSafe Alcohol materials reflect scientific research in an easy-to-understand format. ServSafe Alcohol® training and certification is widely recognized and respected in the foodservice industry.
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SERVSAFE®FOOD SAFETY
ServSafe Food Handlers
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
ServSafe 6th Edition Food Handler Course and Assessment is a comprehensive solution that delivers consistent food safety training to employees. This ensures the same food safety principles are delivered each and every time.
Covers five key areas:
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Basic Food Safety
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Personal Hygiene
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Cross-Contamination & Allergens
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Time and Temperature
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Cleaning and Sanitation
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Interactive Business Courses – Learn on Your Time
by Accion Opportunity Fund
As a busy entrepreneur, finding time to develop new skills can be challenging. That’s why AOF has designed short, interactive learning courses to help you strengthen your business—without disrupting your schedule. With these courses, you can listen, watch, read, and even test yourself in just a few minutes. Whether you're looking to refine your strategy, improve operations, or boost your marketing, our easy-to-access, bite-sized lessons will help you grow your business efficiently.
Start learning today—quick, simple, and at your own pace!
Upcoming Trainings
Dream Pitch
The 2023 Dream Pitch Program applications are open! Join us to learn more about the program plus an opportunity to ask the team all of your questions. This is an open session.
You can learn more about DSLBD's 2023 Dream Pitch Program at https://dslbd.dc.gov/dreampitch
Food Waste Innovation Grant
DSLBD is proud to be launching the FY23 Food Waste Innovation Grants. We will offer information sessions, both online and in person, a virtual paperwork bootcamp, and virtual Q&A sessions: register for all through this collection.
https://dslbd.dc.gov/food-waste-innovation-grants
On Demand
Are you seeking more information on grant opportunities for your DC-based business? Four-part DC Grants for Business series. These one-hour lunch and learn sessions provide a high-level overview on some grant application basics.
https://dslbd.dc.gov/grants-for-business
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202-544-3188