English Internship in food and beverage in this amazing hotel in Greece will be extremely beneficial for those that study tourism and hospitality or restaurant management. You will follow the instructions of the head waiter and slowly learn and evolve. You will not only be serving food and drinks to customers, but you will also meet people from around the world and communicate with them. After this internship you will know how the restaurant or bar works, how this work is organized and will be able to work in this department in the future.
-Duties
In food and beverage your main duties depend on where you will be working. Mostly your duties will
include: Greeting guests, presenting them with the menu and informing guests about the specialties of the day and menu changes if any, preparing set ups for tables, performing cleaning tasks as needed or directed by a supervisor, communicating with guests and providing assistance with their requests, managing guest inquiries, coordinating with the kitchen/bar staff to ensure smooth operation and guests’ satisfaction, handling complaints and informing your supervisor about them. Also, your duties might include a’la carte restaurant service (usually only to the more experienced trainees), bar service, preparing different drinks and buffet restaurant service.
-Area Description
The island of Rhodes is the largest of Greece’s Dodecanese islands and it is known for its beach resorts, ancient ruins and remnants of its occupation by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. With 300 days of sunshine per year, Rhodes is one of the largest and most fertile of the Greek Islands, and is one of the most visited because of its combination of beaches, archaeological sites, and extensive medieval town. A landscape with eye-catching, generous natural beauty, a rich history and endless attractions make Rhodes one of the most popular holiday destinations in Greece.
-Requirements
Everybody is eligible to work in hotels, however the program is highly beneficial for those studying a degree related to tourism and hospitality industry. Previous work experience in the same field is considered a huge advantage. We are looking for open-minded people who are ready to work and are willing to meet new challenges in their life.
-Curriculum Activities
There are many ways to spend your free time in Rhodes. The island is full of beautiful beaches and historical sights. The best places to visit in Rhodes are the mediaeval Old Town, the port of Mandraki, the Acropolis of Lindos, the ancient cities of Kamiros and Ialysos, the Valley of the Butterflies and Monolithos: the castle of eagles. The beaches of Rhodes are organized and many of them have water sports centers with fun games. Very popular in Rhodes is windsurfing and kite surfing. The best windsurfing spot is Prassonissi, on the southern side of the island, but Theologos, Ixia and other beaches close to Rhodes Town are also nice for these sports. You can also spend your day off having fun in a big water park which is located in Faliraki.
-Work Day
You will be working 8 hours per day with a break for your meal. There are different shifts at the hotel so you may be working in the morning,evening or night shift. You might have a straight shift (work 8 hours in arow) or a split-shift (work 4 hours first and after a break work another 4 hours).
-Who Can Apply
Students ath want to join our International practice program.This will give you a life changing experience. You will get international working experience which always will be valuable for future employment. You will earn money, meet new people, learn about new cultures, improve language skills, develop communication skills, improve your personality and make unforgettable memories.
