Jasmine Edge

Student Placement Programme

The Savoy - London, United Kingdom

1st six-month rotation – Royal Service Agent As a Royal Service Agent you have to ensure all incoming calls are dealt with correctly and efficiently and that all messages and enquiries are logged appropriately and directed to the relevant persons. Royal Service is responsible for all phone communications encompassing switchboard, room and restaurant reservations including pre-arrival quality control and all guest requests including Housekeeping, concierge, Valet, Laundry, Front Office and Security. 2nd six-month rotation –Restaurant Hostess As a Hostess you play an important role in the first and last component of the guests’ experience. You have to provide a gracious welcome, with a sense of excitement, and balance the reservations and restaurant seating. You are an ambassador for the service and cuisine that are hallmarks of the different dining experiences. You have to provide personal attention to create a memorable first impression for guests of the restaurants and lounges, making them feel welcome and valued.

Waitress

Milsom Hotels and Restaurants - Hengrave, United Kingdom

The main roles within this job are the practical based roles involved with Wedding Events Catering. These include: setting up table covers, wine and drinks service, bartending, food service in particular serving those with Special Dietary Requirements, silver service, stock take, clearing down at the end of the night and everything in between. As more experience has been gained, more leadership/supervisory roles and responsibilities such as mentoring new members of staff and cashing up have been passed on to myself. The main aim of a day’s work is to ensure the wedding day of the particular couple runs as smoothly and professionally as possible and making their day as special for them as we can.

International Hospitality Management

University of Surrey, School of Hospitality and Tourism Management - Guildford, United Kingdom