Whirlidogs Academy
Prep Academy
WhirliDogs Prep Academy is an inclusive, hands-on program where participants gain real kitchen experience by preparing an entrée to take home. They learn kitchen vocabulary, equipment safety, sanitation, teamwork, and how to follow directions in a supportive environment. The program meets once a week for four sessions in small groups (6–8 participants.)
ServSafe Academy
WhirliDogs ServSafe Academy is a two-day, inclusive program for teens and young adults preparing for food service jobs. Participants earn the ServSafe Food Handler certification while learning food safety through both classroom and hands-on training. The program also builds workplace skills like teamwork, communication, and job readiness, with accommodations available for all learners. All teammates who work at WhirliDog’s Café must be certified in ServSafe Food Handler.
WhirliDogs Prep Academy
Participants will learn and practice essential food safety and sanitation standards required by the Health Department for preparing food for the public. Instruction is based on the ServSafe Food Handler curriculum and includes daily, hands-on meal preparation to reinforce key food safety and kitchen skills.
Students are required to complete a certification exam upon successful completion of the course. Testing accommodations are available as needed.
To apply for WhirliDogs Prep Academy classes, please download and complete the Academy Enrollment Form below. Completed applications may be submitted by email or mail.
Email: wesley@whirlidogs.com
Mail: WhirliDogs Prep Academy
P.O. Box 2932
Wilson, NC 27894