Through SilverChef's collaborative partnerships with various community groups, such as Multicultural Australia, the company recognised the diverse challenges that refugees and asylum seekers face relevant to gaining employment. As a result, SilverChef created the Work Ready Program – a workforce development initiative that provides refugees and migrants with vocational opportunities.
The candidates complete a 12-week placement where they develop key skills, form a better understanding of the Australian workforce and improve their conversational English. The success of the Work Ready Program speaks for itself, with all the participants now holding casual or permanent work positions.
SilverChef has welcomed four participants including 19-year-old Kimrose, who is now a permanent member of the Customer Success Team.
“SilverChef's Work Ready Program has provided me with the confidence I need to progress my career. It has helped me to discover what my transferable skills are and how they are best applied in a real workplace. As the sole breadwinner in my family, I am glad I am able to pursue my interest in business while being able to support my mother and siblings.”