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WHAT CAN HGT OFFER?

Hospitality Group Training can provide ongoing opportunities within the Hospitality Industry. HGT provides excellent training and study options as a Registered Training provider, and also employment opportunities through its Group Training business.

Our Nationally Accredited courses range from Certificate 2 in Hospitality (Operations) up to Certificate 4 in Frontline Management, and are designed to give you the necessary skills, knowledge and qualifications for the hospitality Industry. HGT is an industry specific training provider and employer and therefore our focus is 100% on Hospitality, and we keep you up to date with the latest trends and developments in the industry.

Employment opprtunities include;
Hospitality Group Training is the largest employer of Apprentices and Trainees in the Hospitality Industry in South Australia. Employment through HGT will give you a multitude of new skills and experiences with the opportunity to be rotated through a variety of "Host Employers" to enhance your training opportunities.

To become a HGT Apprentice or Trainee you will need to have studied Hospitality at school, have experience or just have a passion for the industry. Apprentices and Trainees need to be flexible to work weekends, split shifts, public holidays and evenings. A drivers licence and access to your own transport is always a great advantage. If you would like to apply for an Apprenticeship or traineeship please click here to complete our online application.

JOB SEEKER TIPS AND ASSISTANCE

In the competitive world of hospitality, you have to sell yourself effectively if you want to stand out from the crowd. That doesn't mean that you misrepresent yourself including your skills and or experience. You do however need to take the opportunity to present yourself in the best light.

INTERVIEW TIPS
  • Spend some time looking at our website and any other sources of information regarding hospitality careers in general.
  • Be on time - if you are running late please contact the interviewer or the office where the interview is being held as soon as possbile.
  • Appearance - unless otherwise indicated please dress formally according to the position you have applied for. How you dress often indicates how serious you are about the job and yourself. But most important be comfortable.
  • Be prepared for behaivioural questions (questions that require you to give examples of a past experience). The best way to prepare for these questions is to go through your Resume and refresh your memory on your work history and situations you may like to draw upon.
  • Be prepared for questions that will probe your functional / technical skills and that require you to draw on past experiences in the form of specific examples.
  • You may wish to answer behaivioural questions by explaining the situation to the interviewer, the action you took and the outcomes. It may also be appropriate for you to explain what you learnt from the experience.
  • Try to maintain good eye contact with the interviewer(s).
  • There is usually time at the end of an interview to provide you with the opportunity to ask questions. Consider these in advance and come prepared you may even want to write them down and bring them with you.
  • Be prepared to discuss your strengths and just as important your areas requiring development. We all have areas to improve on so don't be afraid to discuss them. 
  • Nerves - everyone is well aware that candidates can find interviews quite stressful, take the time to relax beforehand, arrive in plenty of time and prepare as much as possible.
COVER LETTER TIPS
  • A good cover letter needs to state the position you are applying for, why you wish to apply and why you think you would be suitable for the position.
  • Try to address the key selection criteria with your experience.
  • This is your opportunity to "sell yourself" to get an interview.
  • The cover letter should not summarise or repeat what is already outlined in your resume but it should be applicable to the position you are applying for.
  • Proof read every document you submit - DON'T rely on spell checks.
RESUME TIPS
  • The ideal resume is one that is tailored to the job that you are applying for.
  • It should be easy to read, in an obvious order and must be honest and accurate.
  • Try to limit it to a few pages and if you have had a break in your career please provide details so there are no unexplained gaps.
  • Proof read every document you submit - DON'T just rely on spell checks.
  • Examples of content that should be included;
    • Personal details - should come first so your contact details are seen immediately. You should at least include your name, home address, phone numbers, email address, nationality and if applicable visa status.
    • Career Objective - this is something that is down to your own personal preference, if you do include one however make sure it is relevant to the role you are applying for.
    • Education - include the qualification, the institution and the year it was attained.
    • Personal Associations - for example Member of the Australian Insitute of Management.
    • Employment Overview - this allows the reader at a glance to see the progression of your career.
    • Employment History - Start with your most recent job first and outline in reverse chronological (date) order. Briefly outline your key responsbilities and achievements. The achievements should address how they benefited or impacted the employer.
    • Additional skills and training - such as computer skills, workshops etc.
    • Interests - gives a better insight into you as a person.
    • Referees - Advise your referees that they may be contacted, include people such as past managers / employers with landline phone numbers.


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