Victoria University Polytechnic is offering a free short course to address a dire shortage of staff in Victoria’s hospitality sector, which continues to be hard-hit by the impact of the pandemic.
Its seven-day will fast-track graduates into entry-level front-of-house food and beverage or barista roles.
Intensive training will take place at , a state-of-the-art simulated restaurant at VU Polytechnic’s Footscray Nicholson Campus, from mid-to-late September, and again from late November to early December.
With Victoria’s visitor economy targeted to reach $35 billion in annual spending supporting 300,000 jobs by mid-2024, the sector offers significant opportunities for career growth.
Further study or guaranteed job interview
Students who complete the Work-Ready Program can progress into further training and education at VU Polytechnic and Victoria University through a range of courses in hospitality, tourism, events, and cookery at the .
After completing the short course, graduates are guaranteed job interviews with the following prestigious hospitality industry partners:
- Accor: Art Series, Ibis, Mantra, Mercure, Movenpick, Novotel, Peppers, Pullman, The Como, Sofitel, Quay West Suites
- Delaware North: Marvel Stadium, MCG, Melbourne and Olympic Parks
- LUCAS Restaurants: Baby, Chin Chin, GOGO Bar, Grill Americano, Hawker Hall, Kisumé, Society, Yakimono
- RACV Resorts and Clubs: City Club, Cape Schanck, Cobram, Goldfields, Healesville, Inverloch & Torquay
- Riverland Group: BANG BANG, Hotel Railway, Pilgrim, Riverland, The Boatbuilders Yard, The General Assembly
- Comfort Apartments Royal Gardens
- Overnewton Castle
- Pancake Parlour: Highpoint, Werribee, Docklands, Melbourne Central
- Quest: Caroline Springs and Werribee
VU Polytechnic has previously run a successful Work-Ready Program earlier this year that saw several graduates find new jobs in the industry.
Come along to a one-hour Information Session on 24 August or 14 September to learn more and tour VenU’s commercial kitchens, training bar, and 150-seat restaurant. You can also enrol on the evening.
