Guide
Resume for hospitality: restaurant, hotel, cafe
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In short
A hospitality resume puts service experience, certificates (hygiene, HACCP) and languages up front, then results: customer volume, reviews, upsells. Keep it to one page, with recent jobs first, and state your schedule availability, since employers look for it.
What goes first?
The role you want (waiter, bartender, cook, hotel receptionist), years of experience and languages spoken. Right after, the certificates the employer requires.
How do I describe experience?
The type of venue (80-seat restaurant, 4-star hotel, specialty cafe), the volume and the result. Illustrative example: "Served an average of 20 tables per shift in an 80-seat restaurant and raised dessert sales by 15% through menu recommendations."
Which languages and skills matter?
Elements sought in hospitality:
- Foreign languages with the level written in words, essential in tourism.
- Use of POS and reservation systems.
- Teamwork, handling difficult guests, working a flexible schedule.
What mistakes do I avoid?
A resume without clear contact details, without languages or without stated availability (season, weekends, shifts). Put your phone number in the body of the page and keep the format simple.
Frequently asked questions
Do I add a photo to a hospitality resume?
It is optional. In service roles some employers expect one and others do not. Follow the posting.
How do I show seasonal work?
With the exact dates and venue, like any other job. Several seasons at the same employer can be grouped.
Do references matter?
Yes. A former head waiter or manager can confirm reliability, so make sure you have their permission.
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