Stone’s Throw
Stone’s Throw culinary training empowers people overcoming challenges to change their lives through job readiness training & skills development opportunities.
Stone’s Throw is a 12-week, two-tier training program supported by the Alaska Mental Health Trust, the Rasmuson Foundation, Tanana Chiefs Conference, the Department of Labor, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Adult Learning Programs of Alaska.

Teaching Critical Success Skills
Stone’s Throw recognizes that education is critical to career development. The program focuses on culinary technical skills, food safety training, & life skills such as interpersonal interaction & coachability, which are necessary for success in the workforce.
Along with the technical skills of success, Stone’s Throw teaches “soft skills” essential to obtaining and maintaining employment.
Still have questions or just want to talk to someone?
Contact us by calling 452-1974, or fill out the “Contact Chef Instructor” form.
You can also submit an application and someone will be in contact with you within 10 days.
Contact Chef Instructors


Chef Instructors

Marisa Pena
Program Manager

Liann Peryea
Production Chef