The Four Seasons Apprenticeship Programme Class of 2010

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The Four Seasons
Apprenticeship Programme
Class of 2010
1 June 2009 – 31 May 2010

Your first step towards a successful career in the Hotel business

Overview
The Four Seasons Apprenticeship Programme is a vocational training scheme for young Maldivians who wish to enter the hotel business and intend to make this exciting industry their career. Designed and run by Four Seasons Resorts Maldives, the programme’s objective is to provide hotel apprentices a firm platform of theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to successfully perform in today’s competitive working environment. Since its inception in 2002, over 150 Maldivian students have graduated from the programme.

Vocational training
Unlike an academic or management programme, the Four Seasons Apprenticeship is aimed at young persons with little or no working experience and who are at the beginning of their careers. Through a combination of intensive practical on-the-job training and weekly classroom sessions, apprentices are trained to become solid professionals in their vocational field.

The underlying concept of the programme is that of learning on the job. Classroom sessions are designed to cover material being taught in practice and are presented by senior hotel managers with many years of international experience in the deluxe hotel, dive and marine industries. Every apprentice is assigned a buddy and a mentor to provide support, encouragement and counselling.

The one year programme consists of two main blocks of training. The divisional training allows the apprentice an overview into all areas of the chosen discipline. Following this, he or she will begin a 23 week specialization training to acquire in-depth knowledge and skills in a chosen particular area and to consolidate the knowledge and skills learned. Throughout the year, the apprentice will work in the hotel operation during 5 days of the week and will attend theory and language classes on one day per week. Upon successful passing of intermediate tests and final exams, a certificate of completion is given to the apprentice who is then free to choose his or her next career step.

Character Building
One of the pre-requisites for a successful completion of the Apprenticeship is a high degree of personal commitment and maturity. During the practical training, apprentices work along with experienced professionals who take pride in passing on their knowledge. Working hard and feeling part of an ambitious team builds stamina and character in the apprentice and strengthens his or her notions of teamwork, ambition, discipline and perseverance.

For the Class of 2010 we offer the following disciplines:

• Food & Beverage Service
• Food & Beverage Preparation
• PADI Divemaster
• Safe Maritime Transport
  

Admission

Programme dates and location
1 June 2009 – 31 May 2010.
The Apprenticship Programme takes place at the Four Seasons Resorts at Kuda Huraa and Landaa Giraavaru (selection of location is at the discretion of the programme management).

Apprentice profile
The Programme is open to Maldivian nationals with the following profile:

Admission Fee
The Programme is currently free of charge. Books and course materials are provided by Four Seasons Resorts Maldives. Apprentices receive a monthly training allowance of MRF 900. For certain disciplines, personal tools will be provided to the Apprentices and deducted from the training allowance over the period of the course.

Room & Board
Apprentices are provided with room & board, laundry facilities as well as access to staff facilities at the resorts.

Insurance
Apprentices are covered by the company’s medical and accident insurance.

Practical Training
5 days per week, approximately 8 hours per day. Apprentices are entitled to one day off per week

Classroom Sessions, Tests
Usually 1 day per week, approximately 6 hours per day. There are tests in all theory classes and a pass is required to move from divisional training to specialization training. Apprentices who fail their intermediate tests may be released from the programme or be required to repeat classes. Final exams must be passed to obtain a certificate of completion

Uniform & Grooming
Uniforms are provided by Four Seasons Resorts Maldives. Apprentices are expected to be perfectly groomed at all times.

House rules and discipline
During the programme, apprentices are expected to follow the resorts’ houserules at all times. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action including the release from the Apprenticeship. Apprentices must observe a no-smoking policy while in the resorts.

Report card
Report cards are issued to the guardians of the Apprentice at the end of every semester. The Apprentice’s performance in theory classes, practical work and his/her personal conduct is graded

Contract
Apprentices are employed on a special one-year Apprenticeship contract. At the of the of the programme, Apprentices may apply for permanent employment at Four Seasons Resorts Maldives or join another employer.

Orientation
A two-day orientation will take place for shortlisted applicants in May 2009.

Applications
Interested persons should contact the Director of Human Resources at Four Seasons Resorts Maldives at Kuda Huraa or at Landaa Giraavaru to obtain an application form. Application forms must be submitted by email to the address below before 30 April 2009 and must be accompanied by school certificates and a recent photograph. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to visit the resort for screening interviews and to view the facilities.

For more information, please contact:

Apprenticeship Coordinator
Four Seasons Resorts Maldives
Landaa Giraavaru, Baa Atoll
Telephone: +960 6600 888
Fax: +960 6600 800
Email: apprenticeship.maldives@fourseasons.com

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The Four Seasons Apprenticeship Programme Application Form

E-mail Address: * Attach recent Passport size Photograph here DISCIPLINE APPLIED FOR (1st Choice) * Please select your 1st choiceF&B PreparationF&B ServiceSafe Maritime TransportPADI Dive Master DISCIPLINE APPLIED FOR (2nd Choice) * Please select your 2nd choiceF&B PreparationF&B ServiceSafe Maritime TransportPADI Dive Master A. PERSONAL DATA . NAME AS IN IDENTITY CARD * PLACE OF BIRTH * DATE OF BIRTH * PRESENT ADDRESS (including Island & Atoll) * TELEPHONE NUMBER * PERMANENT ADDRESS * SEX * MaleFemale HEIGHT * WEIGHT * B. LANGUAGE SKILLS . WRITTEN AND SPOKEN * SPOKEN ONLY * C. PARENT / GUARDIAN . NAME * RELATIONSHIP * ADDRESS * EMAIL ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER * D. EDUCATION AND TRAINING . Name of School * Name of Qualification (O Level/ A Level) * Dates (Year to - from) * Subject & Grade * E. Are your Parents / Guardian aware that you are applying for this program? * Yes No F. GENERAL . a. Have you ever been convicted in a court of law? * Yes No If yes, please state offence and term of sentence: b. Have you ever been or are suffering from any physical impairment, medical/physical disability or disease, including any mental trouble or drug problem? * Yes No If yes please state medical condition c. Do you know anyone working at the Four Seasons Resort? * Yes No If yes, give name(s) and relationship(s) d. Have you applied for this program in the past? * Yes No e. How did you hear about this program? f. Name of person to notify in case of emergency . Name * Address * Telp. No/ Email address * Relationship * G. HOBBIES AND INTERESTS * H. Why would you like to join Apprenticeship Program? * I. DECLARATION: I hereby declare that the information I am submitting in this form is to the best of my knowledge and in every respect true and correct. If any information given herein is subsequently found to be incorrect, incomplete or untrue, I may be liable for dismissal * Applicants Signature * Date * Verification Code: Enter Verification Code: * * Required

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Job Opportunity at Cocoa Island

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Cocoa Island, part of COMO Group, is currently recruiting for the following position:

Launch Section
Assistant Launch Section Supervisor (Maldivian Only)

Front Office
Assistant Manager Front Office

F&B Service
Senior Butler
Waiter (Maldivian Only)

Kitchen
Chef De Partie – Indian Cuisine
Baker

Engineering Carpenter (Maldivian Only)

Salary and Benefits

Monthly salary, monthly service charge, one day off a week, 30 days annual leave, public holidays, medical insurance, accommodation with all meals & return ticket home each year.

We are looking for people with:
A passion for taking care of our guests & each other
Showing creativity by having original ideas & using initiative
Style that are confident yet natural when approaching others

If you feel you can contribute to the future success of Cocoa Island, we promise a working environment where you can grow and develop and also feel a part of a family.

Applications must be written in English and will include your bio-data, your photograph and a copy of passport/ID card.

Only successful applications will be contacted.

Applications can be sent to roland.gray@cocoaisland.como.bz
or faxed to +960 664 19 19.

Makunufushi, South Male Atoll, Republic of Maldives

E-mail: roland.gray@cocoaisland.como.bz

Website: www.como.bz

COMO HOTELS AND RESORTS

Job Opportunities for Front Office Managers, Receptionist and Guest Relations Officers at Anantara Maldives

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At the heart of the world’s most idyllic island destinations, Anantara Resort Maldives occupies its own island set in a sparkling turquoise lagoon. Anantara Resort Maldives offers luxury, impeccable style and Anantara’s signature warmth and gracious service in what may be the world’s last unspoiled tropical paradise. The resort features over 40 over-water villas – including two with private plunge pools – and 68 beachfront villas, all featuring unique openair bathrooms and expansive views.
Naladhu offers a timeless moment of seclusion and serenity. A luxurious sense of idyllic intimacy with 19 stunning houses set within lush landscaped surroundings, each just footsteps away from the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, are appointed with elegant hardwood furnishings that hearken back to a romantic, bygone era, with touches of contemporary style. Naladhu consists of 19 Houses each is a lavish 300 sq metres, with a high, white gabled roof, expansive floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and a generously-sized living and bedroom area as well as a private infinity edge pool. The spacious bathroom has an outdoor area set within its own lush landscaped grounds and features both a rain shower and a recessed, infinity-edge terrazzo bathtub.

• Experience within a 5* resort environment advantageous
• Excellent in spoken and written English
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Are dedicated to providing guest satisfaction
• An individual who is self driven
• Enjoys being part of an exceptional team
• Can work under pressure
• Has a pleasant personality, appearance, and is loyal and honest
• A willingness to be trained
• Please note that the Anantara Group has a zero tolerance policy to Drugs within its properties world-wide

Vacant Positions for

Front Office Managers
Receptionist – Female
Russian GRO
Chinese GRO

Please send your resume with recent photographs as soon as possible to:

HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT / RECRUITMENT

Ahmed Usamath | Recruitment Coordinator, Anantara Resorts Maldives
First Floor, Meerubahuruge Aage' Ameeru Ahmed Magu, H. Male'
Republic of Maldives Phone: + (960) 3341708 | Fax: + (960) 3327058
Email: recruit maldives@anantara.com
www.anantara.com