University of the Free State (UFS) invites unemployed graduates to apply for Hospitality Internship Programme 2023 / 2024.
Internship Application Closing Date: 09 July 2023
Internship Location: Bloemfontein Campus – Bloemfontein
Duties and responsibilities
• Ensure that all guest reports, dockets, and correspondence are completed accurately and punctually.
• Make reservations for guests.
• Ensure that check-in and check-out procedures are strictly adhered to.
• Report any faults to Maintenance Section.
• Liaise closely with Housekeeping on check-ins and check-outs.
• Ensure all takings for the day are correct, balanced and banked according to the policy and procedure.
• Ensure charges are correctly entered into the Guest’s Folio.
• Ensure float, cash and credit takings for the shift are balanced and the cashier report is completed.
• Handle conference enquiries.
• Carry out any other function and responsibility as directed to ensure the smooth running of the front desk.
• Willing to work assigned shifts and weekends.
• Assist on occasion with breakfast and other functions.
• Perform any other duties as required by Housing and Residence Affairs Management.
Inherent Job Requirements:
• A bachelor’s degree or an Advanced Diploma/B. Tech degree/Postgraduate Certificate on NQF level 7 or a 3-year National Diploma on NQF level 6 in Hospitality Management or an equivalent qualification.
Recommendations:
• Experience in Hospitality Industry.
How to apply
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Required Documents
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE OR APPLICATIONS SENT VIA EMAIL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter;
• Certified copies (not older than 6 months) of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications);
• A certified copy (not older than 6 months) of your identity document (ID);
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable);
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable);
• A service record of your current employer / last employer (only applicable to external applicants).
