In 1998 , the Rotary Club Of Engadine in association with School of Hospitality & Tourism at the Sutherland College, Sydney Institute of TAFE introduced a Vocational Service Award in Hospitality & Tourism. Its objective is to promote excellence in Hospitality and Tourism Industry by rewarding a selected student who during their priod of study at the School of Hospitality & Tourism meets the following criteria :-
1. Has demonstrated a commitment to the Hospitality & Tourism Industry
2. As an employee, has introduced to the Industry a new practice, process or innovation which has improved customer service otr introduced a new product or service.
3. Demonstrated an involvement in the industry and or their associations.
4. Is highly motivated and displays high leadership skills
5. Has a consistent academic record.
Final Year students in the School of Hospitality & Tourism at the Sutherland College applying for this award will be required to :-
i.Submit a short Cv detailing their employment history within the Industry.
ii.Submit a report detailing the innovation, product or new service implemented by them and how that innovation has improved a process,or reduced costs without reducing the quality of the product or service.
iii.Submit a short report from the applicant's employer indicating the applicant's preformance in respect to motivation and leadership qualities and the verification of the innovation and its benefits.
Note applications close on the 30th November each year and should returned with all supporting documentation to the Senior Head Teacher , Hospitality & Tourism Loftus Campus Pitt Street Loftus 2232
The Award of $500 with an engraved plaque is presented to a selected Student in May each year at a combined Rotary / College Presentation evening following the School's Graduation Night.
In addition to the main award, a number of encouragement awards consisting of Engraved plaques may also be presented to applying students .
