“Supporting the needs and dreams of hospitality workers by offering career paths, growth opportunities and propelling career and personal advancement as well as offering financial support during times of need”.   

• Art of Hospitality Workers Alliance was founded in 2019, by Frank and Jeanne Cretella of Landmark Hospitality

• Currently the Cretella’s have funded and built two schools, one in Jersey City and the second in Plainfield.  A third school will be opening in Summit, NJ by fall of 2024.

• The Cretella’s commitment is to provide their current team members as well as anyone interested in joining the hospitality industry the platform and resources to advance professionally and personally.

• Art of Hospitality Workers Alliance offers career paths, growth opportunities and employment.

• A robust apprenticeship program allows students the opportunity to experience on the job training while receiving a paycheck.

• Art of Hospitality Workers Alliance enjoys a robust partnership with Educate the Block, Hudson County Community College, Kean University and the NJ Restaurant and Hospitality Assocation.

• Art of Hospitality Workers Alliance has a Board of highly notable community leaders from a diverse background to assist with strategically advancing our school and it’s programs.