Workforce Development
Building the Future Hospitality Workforce
skills, and foundational workplace expectations. Early feedback from schools and participants has been overwhelmingly positive, with teachers reporting increased confidence – particularly among students who benefit from more practical, experience-based learning. Hospo Go is proving to be a powerful pathway for young Tasmanians to see hospitality as a viable and rewarding career option. Hospitality Showcases: Inspiring the Next Generation Our annual series of Hospitality Showcases at TasTAFE School of the Visitor Economy campuses once again brought hundreds of students into real training environments across Hobart, Launceston and Devonport. Students rotated through hands-on activities including barista skills, mocktail creation, VR bartending simulations, knife skills, and front-of- house service challenges. These sessions remain one of our most impactful engagement tools –
The past quarter has been one of the most energising periods for Hospitality Tasmania as we continue driving real, on-the-ground solutions to Tasmania’s workforce challenges. From school engagement to statewide workforce planning, our recent initiatives reflect a united effort across industry, government, and training partners to strengthen the pipeline of skilled and passionate hospitality workers.
Hospo Go: A New Gateway Into the Industry
Our new Hospo Go pilot officially launched this quarter, supported through Jobs Tasmania as part of the Youth Jobs Strategy. Designed as a fast and engaging entry point into hospitality, Hospo Go gives young people the confidence, practical skills, and industry exposure they need to take their first step into work. Delivered through short, practical micro-credential experiences, students receive hands-on training in espresso coffee, customer service, basic bar
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Tasmanian Hospitality Review December/January Edition
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