Brian Sparrow has the hotel business in his blood. His grandfather founded The Norwood Hotel, a boutique operation, in 1937, so it’s no surprise Brian decided to carry on the family tradition after working in almost area of hotel operations while attending college and attaining a commerce degree. By 1999, he was the assistant general …
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Casino and Gaming Industry
The hospitality industry as a whole is entering what analysts are predicting to be a period of unprecedented growth, but no other sector is expected to perform as well as the gaming industry. In addition to the long-time gambling strongholds of Las Vegas and Atlantic City, there are now over 360 Native American-run gaming facilities …
Be a Sommelier: Your love of wine adds value to diners’ experiences
There’s a mystery and fascination to wine that becomes a passion for those genuinely interested in viniculture. Many of these wine lovers, especially those working in the restaurant industry, take the next step to turn their passion into a career as a sommelier. That’s what happened to Dan Volway, who’s worked at white tablecloth restaurants …
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Verbal references: What do employers ask?
References are a way to confirm the details of your resume and cover letter pitch. Everybody knows that past behavior is an excellent indicator of future performance. A good reference will show you are trustworthy, reliable, self-starting, cooperative, and hard-working. Ask the Expert Industry specialists tell all about contacting the reference. “I ask about the …
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Written Versus Verbal References
When it comes to references, is it best to come armed with a letter or contact number? It certainly doesn’t hurt to be prepared with both written and verbal references. Things to consider PROS CONS Written References -Letters are less time and effortfor a potential employer to skim through -A job seeker can …