Posts Tagged ‘Hotels’

Top 5 Service Tips from Traineeships

Friday, February 26th, 2010

People love dealing with staff who truly love their job! Be excited when you welcome them, passionate when you when you communicate verbally or when using your body language, and show enthusiasm describing the benefits of your facilities and services. This WILL engage them.

You will never be criticised for doing too much for a customer! – Commit to creating a wow factor for your customers/ guests. Whether you make a courtesy call to newly arrived guest to advise of any specials in the restaurant, organise VIP treatment on their birthday, or provide a personal telephone wake up call, you have the power to make their day.

Acknowledge everyone – even if it’s a quick eye contact! – 92% of customers leave service providers as they feel being taken for granted. If you see customers/guest approaching while you are serving another customer always ensure you create eye contact with those who will have to wait while adding “ I will be with you shortly Sir/Madam”. They can see you are busy and just like you to acknowledge their presence.

Present yourself – well groomed with excellent posture. People love dealing with those who come across as professional and confident.

Products come and products got. Going the extra mile in your service delivery is what creates true value in the eyes of your customer, develop satisfaction and loyalty. Be sure to build /update your guest profile and use guest specific information to deliver personalised service.

Yours truly,

The Traineeships Team


My first week at Hostec!

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Honestly, I had no idea what to expect from my first week at Hostec. I knew I’d be thrown into a crazy and completely different routine but I was too excited to even think about it. I was shocked to see a student leave class without permission or not address the teacher with an ‘excuse me Mrs?’ but as the day continued I slowly took grasp of the fact that we are all adults and treated accordingly. My lecturer Petronella made me feel welcome and comfortable within our class and brought a fresh humour and warm personality to liven up class. As Hostec is both a college for International and Domestic student, it turns out that I happened to be the only ‘Australian’ student in my class. To be honest but, I love it. I love the mix of languages and cultures other students bring and look forward to learning more about them and their diverse cultures.

Having lunch in the Wynyard Park gives me a chance to relax and revitalize for afternoon class. I love sitting and watching the hussle and bustle of Sydney streets and the large array of people the city attracts! Overall my favourite part of college is that it’s in Sydney; completely and easily accessible from anywhere and close to anything important and entertaining!

Tomorrow we have class in The Menzies hotel, a grand hotel of Sydney and I can’t wait to be studying in somewhere different and amazing like The Menzies. Guess that’s the perks of studying with Hostec!

For now,
Danielle
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Family Friendly Luxury Hotels

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

The kids are back at school, so it’s about time to plan this year’s family holiday. How about one that involves sipping champagne in Paris with a view of the Eiffel Tower? Believe it or not its possible, and kids will be well looked after. Perhaps they will enjoy Hotel Plaza Athenee’s ice rink, or they can play with the provided colouring book and teddy nears or dig through the goody bag.

Former SVP of Sales and Marketing with Ritz-Carlton, Bruce Himelstein, says upscale family travel has always existed – it’s just been better emphasised and marketed in the past five years than ever before. “As times have changed, hotels have kept up with what would add value to a family vacations” says Himelstein.

The Athenaeum Hotel on Piccadilly in London has successfully married British elegance with modern children’s services. The hotel offers kids agedd 2 to 10 gift boxes with age- and gender specific toys upon arrival, a free DVD lending library and free cookies and milk in the evenings turndown service.

Kids Play Area at Commune by the Great Wall

The 2008 Olympics helped make China a fresh vacation spot, and children will lead a charmed existence at the architecturally stunning Commune by the Great Wall, managed by Kempinski. The hotel complex is nestled in the lush Shuiguan Mountains just an hour’s drive from Beijing. Adults can unwind in one of the villas while the kids play in a brightly colored children’s facility. Programs for young guests include arts and crafts, cooking classes, storytelling in the children’s bookstore, outdoor swimming in the summer and-best of all-a nature hike that includes a climb up the Great Wall.

With these otherworldly travel options for kids, it’s no wonder families are packing their bags and heading off to explore the world.

Jumbo Hostel

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010

This is the world’s first hostel in a 747 jumbo jet on the ground. With 27 rooms and 75 beds, this 1976 vintage plane guarantees a memorable night for guests. The real c1976 Jumbo Jet, retired and converted to hostel and cockpit accommodation.

Why not stay in the cockpit accomodation, with panoramic airport views or use the first class lounge for your next conference with a differnce. At Jumbo Hostel you’re guaranteed a unique and outstanding experience for all traveler budgets.

For more unique like Jumbo Hostel check out Unusual Hotels of the World.

Cockpit Accomodation


AHA’s Chairman’s Christmas Drinks

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

Last night the AHA (NSW) Accommodation Division, along with Hostec International hosted the AHA’s Chairman’s Christmas Drinks at the Hilton’s historic Marble Bar.DSC01500

The evening, led by Chairman Richard Munro (Star City Hotel and Apartments) was an opportunity for members of the NSW accommodation and tourism industry to enjoy some festive cheer while discussing the year that was, and the year that lay ahead.

The Chairman’s Christmas Drinks bring to a close a calendar of successful joint events for Hostec International and the AHA. Watch out for the return of our hugely popular breakfast series in 2010!

Image: AHA Chairman Richard Munro and Hostec CEO Ian Wilson speading the xmas spirit


The Quest is On!

Thursday, November 5th, 2009

Don’t forget Trainees are all meeting at Opera Bar at 6pm tomorrow night!

Opera Bar

Traineeships will be there and to make it fun look for the girl in the pink wig!  We’ll also have a flower on our table in case you can’t find me.

It’s like Open Day but on a Friday night at Opera Bar.  Come with your friends, and all your questions. As a Trainee who works in Traineeships, I’d really love to hear what’s on your mind.  If you have some improvement ideas or if you want to know more about what we have to offer, please don’t be shy.

Opera Bar at 6pm tomorrow night and I’ll see you all there!


IHG Opening 2nd InterContinental in London

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
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London

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) are set to open their second InterContinental-branded hotel in London. InterContinental London Westminster, a 254 room six storey property, is scheduled to open in late 2011 and will occupy the former Queen Anne’s Chambers, close to New Scotland Yard. The hotel is estimated to have cost £100 million.

IHG has agreed a 20-year management contract with Splendid Hotel Group. The new hotel is one of 67 in the pipeline for the group’s five star brand around the world, including a new 192 room hotel in Edinburgh, due to open in 2013.


Hostec Attends HM Awards 2009

Monday, August 17th, 2009

Hostec has once again joined the numerous hotels and hoteliers around Australasia this past Friday evening in attendance of the HM Awards 2009, recognising the outstanding performance and contribution that individuals have made to the hospitality industry.  Our CEO, Ian Wilson, along with Andrew Morley, Angus Muffet, Jessica Rowley, Tina Sofroniou, and 12 of our academy students made their presence felt on the night as representatives of Hostec.

Competition was fierce on the night with a total of 40 awards to be handed out to the ‘bests of the bests’ of this year.  Our very own Mr. Morley was up on stage presenting the Human Resources Department Member of the Year, sponsored by Hostec, to Jayne Webb of the Brisbane Marriott in Queensland.  We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Crowne Plaza of IHG for winning the Hotel Brand of the Year, Mirvac Hotels & Resorts for Accommodation Chain of the Year, and last but not least Mr. Simon McGrath of Accor Hospitality for the HM Magazine ‘Hotelier of the Year’.

We would also like to say a big thanks to our Academy students and compliment them on the fantastic job they have done on Friday night.  Dressed to kill in outfits supplied by leading design house ‘Farage’ for the guys and ‘Fluerwood’ for the gals and with their hair dressed by Venus Hairdressing College, they were on hand to assist with cocktail service, and provided guidance to award recipients leading them onto the stage and to the photo area after.  Well done to all!!

In addition, a special thanks to Jessica and Tina of the Academy for their weeks of planning and organising to make the night a very special one for our students.


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