Mature applicants are welcomed but may be expected to be geographically mobile often managing a team of young people. Competition Moderate competition. The number and quality of graduate applications has increased in recent years. Tips for entry Try to arrange an informal visit to a local restaurant to discuss the demands of the job with the manager. A vacation job in a fast food outlet is a useful way of testing out your suitability.
Most companies recruit all year round and take speculative applications.
Trial work periods may be used as part of the selection procedure. Hotel and Hospitality Management Recruitment agencies Recruitment agencies sometimes handle vacancies. This Occupational Profile forms part of Prospects Planner , an advanced computer careers guidance program for use in higher education. The data is Careers Services Trust copyright.