Table of Contents Less stress Relaxing celebrations on alternative days Camaraderie at work Guests’ happiness A new perspective on holidays Something to do when everything is closed Better tips Your employer’s appreciation When you have a job in a hotel or restaurant, working on holidays is part of the territory. Although you might feel like …
Tag Archives: hospitality
7 Tips for Turning a Seasonal Hospitality Job into a Long-Term Career
Table of Contents Show dependability Go the extra mile Shine bright Speak up Be sure to send the hiring manager a thank you note Be as flexible as possible Have a plan B Congratulations on landing a seasonal job in the hotel industry! You should be applauded for taking the initiative to earn some extra …
Continue reading “7 Tips for Turning a Seasonal Hospitality Job into a Long-Term Career”
How to Make Your Resume Look More Attractive to the Employer
Table of Contents Search for Keywords Incorporate Require Skills Include Education & Credentials Always Address Requested Information I’m sure you’ve heard me say before that it’s critically important to customize your resume when applying for positions—especially to online job postings. Hundreds of candidates apply to positions posted on job boards, and employers have become very …
Continue reading “How to Make Your Resume Look More Attractive to the Employer”
Don’t Ask a Friend to Check Your References
Does this scenario sound familiar? In your search for new employment at a hotel, restaurant, or other hospitality organization, you’ve done your homework in refining your resume and presentation skills and have perhaps even “aced” an interview (or two) in spades. A prospective job offer is within reach; one of the last hurdles remaining is …
Continue reading “Don’t Ask a Friend to Check Your References”
The 4 Segments of Hospitality
Table of Contents Food and Beverage Lodging and Accommodation Travel and Tourism Entertainment and Recreation When people think of the hospitality industry it usually revolves around hotels and hotels only. But, the hospitality industry is so much more than that! From being an engineer to being a banquet chef, many positions are available in all …
5 Restaurant Management Tips to Try Today
Table of Contents Give Praise, Not Just Correction Stay Present on the Floor Check-In with Guests at Random Run a Staff Sales Contest Spend Some Time on a Long-Term Goal Becoming a better restaurant manager is a worthy goal. But it’s easier said than done. Many restaurant management policies require full-organization buy-in, like revamping menus, …
Continue reading “5 Restaurant Management Tips to Try Today”
5 Great Jobs For Hospitality Students Still In School
Table of Contents Concierge Front Desk Agent Housekeeper Porter Waiter/Waitress It is absolutely a great move for hospitality students to gain some working experience while still in school. If you are a hospitality student and are unsure which role to look out for, this is the right blog post for you. In this blog post, …
Continue reading “5 Great Jobs For Hospitality Students Still In School”
What to Think About Before Choosing a Restaurant Service Career
Table of Contents Can you be on your feet for long hours? Will you look after your health? Are you financially responsible? Do you mind working evenings and weekends? Can you think on your feet? What is your end goal? Do you care about customer service? There are many pros and cons of working in …
Continue reading “What to Think About Before Choosing a Restaurant Service Career”
Communication – An Essential Skill For a Hotel Worker
Table of Contents Why You Need Communication Skills How to Communicate Properly Be Confident Be Respectful Mind Your Tone & Volume Be an Active Listener Be Ready to Adapt Communication in the workplace is one of the most important aspects of any business. In fact, some companies will go as far as to spend money …
Continue reading “Communication – An Essential Skill For a Hotel Worker”
5 Best Hospitality Jobs for People with Administrative Skills
Table of Contents But First: What Are Administrative Skills? 5 Admin Hospitality Jobs Building Your Administrative Skills Even if you’re new to hospitality, you undoubtedly have some skills that you’re bringing with you from your previous work or education. You could be a sales pro or a technology wizard. Or you may have a long …
Continue reading “5 Best Hospitality Jobs for People with Administrative Skills”