We built the Meeting House restaurant in Princeton, N.J with the intention of creating a space that invites community gathering - a place where people come together to build relationships that matter and impose the quality of life in the neighborhood we serve.
The pandemic that began in 2019 was difficult for our team and for the restaurant, as it was for everyone. But we made it through and our community was a big reason we survived. We are now finally in a position to continue our mission and are beginning efforts to give back in our own small ways.
We are excited to announce...
we are launching an opportunity for Princeton students to earn income for furthering their education, while also learning hospitality and what it takes to work at a food service company. Our micro-grant hospitality program offers $2,500 scholarships to two 2024 rising seniors at Princeton High School. Our goal is to find two individuals who enjoy learning, are interested in hospitality and are passionate about working in our community. These two individuals will be offered the $2,500 scholarship upon completion of the program, which is a 200 hour paid internship for 2 possible positions (front of house, and back of house).
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Q: What is the The Meeting House Scholarship?
A: These scholarships are for members of the Princeton High School class of 2025 who are passionate about learning, interested in hospitality and want to make a positive impact on our community. Two students will each receive a $2500 scholarship.
Q: What are the jobs available?
A: Possible FOH (Front of House) jobs include hosting, bussing and food running. Possible BOH (Back of House) jobs include food prep, line cook, and salad station.
Q: How much do I work and will I get paid?
A: We will offer a flexible schedule, but ask that award winners work a minimum of 200 hours between Feb 1 of 2025 and Sept 1 2025. Yes, we will be paying $16 per hour.
Q: When does the application open?
A: The application is open from 8:00 a.m. January 13th 2025 to 5:00 P.M. January 31st, 2025.
Q: When will recipients be notified?
A: Recipients will be announced on or about February 15th, 2025
Q: Does it cost money to apply?
A: No, applications are free!
Q: How do I apply?
A: All applicants must submit a one page letter expressing why they believe they are a strong candidate for this scholarship by January 31st. Send letter to scholarship@mhprinceton.com
USE OF SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS
Q: What can the scholarship funds be used for in my education program?
A: Awards can be applied in any area of study at any accredited institution of your choice, including two- or four-year colleges and universities, online programs, or vocational-technical schools. The funds are to be used to pay for course work only. (e.g., not for housing, books, etc.)
Q: What year can the scholarship money be used for? I graduate in 2025.
A: Scholarship funds will be available in the fall of 2025 and payments will be paid directly to the institutions.