Hospitality Career Development Seminar report

18 Hospitality students attended the annual Hospitality Career Development Seminar, organised by Work Integrated Learning Co-ordinator Tania Piacente. This year the event was hosted by Crown Hotels.

L-R: Liselle Boykun, Paula Ntalianis, Jessica Dijanestic, Keaton Male,
Tania Piacente, Austin Norman

The first presentation was conducted by Paula Ntalianis, Training Manager, Crown Hotels & Retail. Our two current Co-op students at Crown, Jessica Dijanesic and Keaton Male, also conducted a presentation to students highlighting the benefits of undertaking Co-op at Crown, and explained the rotational nature of the program offered to successful candidates. Students work in various departments across the three Hotels – Crown Towers, Metropol and Promenade in areas such as Housekeeping, Bell, Reception, Reservations, Spa, and Crystal Club.

The second hour of the event was a tour of Crown Metropol. Students were able to tour the property and see the Crown Training College, guest rooms, Day Spa, pool and Club 28.

Mary Moran, a Tourism and Hospitality student, said of the event: "It was such an amazing opportunity to see part of the Crown complex and also what they have to offer both their guests, and individuals who would like to be involved in their organisation. It was definitely a very pleasurable and inspiring experience which really solidified where I want to be for my Co-op year as well as career-wise."

Ashleigh Peebles, a Hospitality student, also gave great feedback on the event. "It really highlighted what I can see in my future career and in the hotel and hospitality industry. The tour of Crown has opened my eyes to the opportunities in the hotel industry, and I endeavour to pursue a long career in the industry. Thank you again for a wonderful experience!"