WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
The THA has a long history of working closely with the Migrant Resource Centre (MRC). We understand the huge potential pool of hospitality workers the migrant community can provide but are also very aware of the need to focus on developing their skills and confidence in order to give them better chances of employment outcomes. Over recent years the THA has run pre- employment programs and delivered training and work experience programs as part of the Hospitality Ready Program. Our current support is part of Multicultural Youth Tasmania, MY Career Steps and Hospitality Readiness. MY Career Steps is a Local Jobs Program (LJP) that works with people from refugee and migrant backgrounds in Southern Tasmania to engage in career awareness, training and employment services and guidance. Our support for theHospitality Readiness program will see the THA work with MRC to develop an in-house training program for paid trainees. We will provide advice, guidance and consultancy
to help ensure that the graduating Hospitality Ready trainees have achieved the appropriate understandings and skills that will enable them to gain employment within the hospitality sector. On February 3 the THA ran a day long ‘Hospitality Awareness’ Session for a group of migrants and refugees, some of whom are recent arrivals to the state. This session explored the advantages of pursuing a career, and the current opportunities available in hospitality. Participants got a tour of the RACV, some hands-on experience mixing a cocktail and bridging plates, and information on current courses and training available. Some participants we have been working with already have hospitality training and experience, including a kitchen hand, pastry chef and hotel manager, they are just struggling to connect their skills to job opportunities! Please contact us if you would like introductions to any of the participants we have been working with or would be keen to support work placements for any future talent we find. Workforce Development Enquires? Contact Roger O’Meagher Email: roger@tha.asn.au or call (03) 6220 7306
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