F&B Management Trainee

Would you like to learn more about hospitality and gain broad work experience. Then our internship is a great start to your career. Are you excited about gaining experience in the restaurant, behind the bar, and at events? Vessel is on the lookout for new waitstaff to join our team. With the coolest terrace right by the IJ, when the summer is full of sun and fun, and when the winter chill sets in, we transform into a cozy, winter stay-away. So are you passionate about hospitality and creating a positive impact for all our Vessel guests? Then join us for a year-round adventure and make each season unforgettable!

Vessel is the perfect hangout in Amsterdam to escape the hectic city buzz. Have a coffee, sip a cocktail, get some work done or sit back and relax. It’s all good. We are even ready for small and big events, as Vessel is a part of hotel The July BOAT&CO.

You can describe our fusion menu as bursting with delicious comfort food. Think about a pastrami sandwich with miso mushroom mayonnaise, veggie bowl with smoked vegan feta, Korean fried cauliflower - with an Asian twist - or braised beef with coconut. No-nonsense, no fuss. Meat, fish or vegetarian lover? We’ve got it covered!

The internship

As an F&B Management Trainee, you, along with the F&B Manager, are responsible for the daily operation in the restaurant. You learn and actively participate in all operational facets of the hospitality industry.

Are you still with us? Great! Great! We'd love to take you through a day of your internship as an F&B Management Trainee. You start the day with a delicious cappuccino from your colleague behind the bar, discussing reservations and events for the day. Once everyone knows what to expect, you grab your laptop to work on implementing new ideas for The 51.

Together with the F&B Manager, you are constantly brainstorming new actions and ideas. You are operationally experienced and know how to approach guests in the right way. You chat with regulars at the bar and inform them about activities in the area. The morning team is almost done, and you lend a hand with cleanup, ensuring a clean workspace for the evening team. You prepare one of the meeting rooms booked for later in the afternoon with your colleagues and instruct them in a coaching manner. You briefly sit behind the computer to update your mailbox, place some orders, and your day is done. You learn and work on all operational facets of the hospitality industry, ensuring a well-rounded experience.

Do you recognize yourself in the following?

• You are an engaging personality already eager to get started;
• A natural host. There's no need to ask, you've already done it;
• Taking on projects independently is what makes this role exciting for you;
• You have good communication skills. In English as well;
• A flexible attitude and collegial commitment because the business operates 24/7
• You truly know Amsterdam, including the non-touristy hotspots.

What’s in it for you?

In our flat organization, within an informal working atmosphere, your ideas are highly valued.

• Intern Allowance

• Personal Growth: In our company we want to invest in your personal and professional growth by personalized training opportunities, to unleash your professional potential!

• Refer-a-friend bonus! Also for open trainee positions.

• Me-Time/Community Day: Enjoy a dedicated day for self-care and another day of community engagement

• OpenUp: An online platform with all sorts of resources to enhance your mental well-being both at work and at home

• Boost your Health with Padel, Personal trainer sessions, Free Gym & sauna access, sport events & workshops – We've got it all covered!

• Hotel & restaurant perks: Enjoy daily closing drinks, exclusive employee rates for stays at or hotels and a Friends & Family Rate, so you can share the joy with your loved ones. Besides our own locations we also offer the "Hotel Employee Rate", where you can explore the world with discount rates for other hotels

• Team drinks, events & outings to (never) forget!

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If you're passionate about hospitality, committed to excellence, and looking for a dynamic and challenging work environment, then we want to hear from you! Join us in shaping the future of apartment-hotels and take your career to the next level with Vessel.