Experience in food and beverage in this amazing hotel in Greece will be extremely beneficial for those who have a degree in tourism and hospitality or restaurant management. The employees who should follow instructions of the head waiter and slowly learn and evolve their skills will not only serve food and drinks to customers, but they will also meet people from around the world and communicate with them. This experience will help to find a full time job later on. International experience is appreciated by employers and can be a benefit for applicants while looking for a full-time job. After this experience the employees will know how the restaurant or bar works, how this work is organized and employees will become good professionals.
-Duties
Main duties are:
- To greet guests and present them with the menu.
- To inform guests about the specialities of the day and menu changes if any.
- Perform cleaning tasks as needed or directed by a supervisor.
- To communicate with guests and provide assistance with their requests.
- To co-ordinate with the kitchen staff, bar staff to ensure smooth operation and guest's satisfaction.
- To observe guests and ensure their satisfaction with the food and service.
- Adhere to keep up to appearance standards consistently.
- To handle complaints and inform about all complaints and difficulties a supervisor.
A waiter / waitress would be required to take and deliver guests orders and work to achieve targets of the Food and Beverage department. Specifically, you as a waiter/ waitress will be responsible for performing the following tasks:
• Welcome guests in a polite and friendly manner;
• Take and deliver customer orders;
• Prepare set ups for tables (for rooms if needed);
• Follow cash handling procedures;
• Manage guest inquiries ;
• Strive to achieve targets of the F&B department;
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas;
• Describe in details how menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods;
• Inform customers of daily specials;
• Remove dishes and glasses from tables or counters, and take them to kitchen for cleaning;
• Serve food and/or beverages.
-Area Description
This Hotel is located in Megalochori, a small picturesque village with neoclassical houses, stone-cobbled narrow pathways and whitewashed churches with characteristic bells. Its history lies back to the 17th century as it was the home of merchants and wealthy land owners while it was also used as a pirate’s hideaway. Less than 60 years ago the village belonged to one of the most powerful families of the island who first produced the famous sweet wine Vinsanto and exported it throughout the world.
Megalochori is the center of the wine industry of Santorini with three wineries located at the area while its valley is well known for the vineyards producing exceptional strong wines. Another famous product of the area are the local tasteful tomatoes that are served fresh, sun-dried, in paste or they are cooked as a sweet dessert.
A must for photography in the area are the two most famous churches. ‘’Panagia ton Isodion’’ dedicated to Virgin Mary with a beautiful woodcarved icon screen and byzantine icons of Russian style and Aghios Nikolaos Marmaritis which was a Doric temple of the 4th century B.C. and was latter converted into a Christian church.
Other interesting places to visit nearby are the beaches of Plaka (approximately 25 minutes walking distance) or Thermi (approximately 40 minutes walking distance) with thermal springs from the ‘’vains’’ of the volcano’s hot water. Both beaches are accessible through a narrow foot path.
Megalochori is an excellent spot for excursions around the island with the capital of Santorini, Fira located 9 kms away, the beach of Vlychada at 5 kms away and the beaches of Perivolos and of Perissa at 6 kms away. In close distance, you will also find the Prehistoric Excavations of Akrotiri, the Red Beach and the antique city of Ancient Thera. The port of Athinios is located 4 kms away and the airport is located 8 kms away.
-Requirements
Everybody is eligible in working in hotels, but the program is highly beneficial for those who have a degree related to tourism and hospitality. Previous work experience in the same field is considered an advantage.
-Curriculum Activities
Youcan spend your leisure time as you love. There are many beautiful beaches on the island with water sport possibilities and beach parties. In biggest island cities you can find many other leisure activities such as shopping places, restaurants and bars. During the summer in some cases and if there is enough interests agency arranges island visit tours.
-Work Day
Day starts with breakfast. During the day person is working 9 hours with the lunch break in the middle of the day. An employee might have a straight shift (work 9 hours in a row) or a split-shift (work 4,5 hours first and after a break work another 4,5 hours). In the evening employees have their dinner and free time. Every day employees have one or two meetings where they can discuss daily difficulties, obscurities or discuss complaints with superiors.
-Who Can Apply
Students ath want to join our International practice program.This will give you a life changing experience. You will get international working experience which always will be valuable for future employment. You will earn money, meet new people, learn about new cultures, improve language skills, develop communication skills, improve your personality and make unforgettable memories.
