Why study Hospitality?

Hospitality focuses on providing customer service.  Skills learned can be transferred across a range of industries. Workplaces for which Hospitality competencies are required include cafes, catering organisations and resorts.

Working in the hospitality industry involves:

•          supporting and working with colleagues to meet goals and provide a high level of customer service

•          developing menus, managing resources, preparing, cooking and serving a range of dishes

•          providing food and beverage service in a range of settings

•          providing house keeping and front office services in hotels, motels, resorts and other hospitality establishments

•          planning and organising events and managing services

Samples of occupations students can aim for in the hospitality industry:

•          events coordinator

•          bar assistant

•          food & beverage manager

•          reservations clerk

•          guest service coordinator