Department of Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering Services

Associate degree programme training technicians in hospitality, gastronomy and catering services.

FacultyAnamur Vocational School
Duration2 Years
DegreeAssociate Degree
LanguageTurkish
InternshipMandatory
Programme TypeFull-time

Who Is It For?

The Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering Services program is suitable for students who enjoy communicating with people, think in a service-oriented manner, are inclined toward orderly and disciplined work, are interested in the food and beverage sector, can adapt to flexible working hours, and want to build a career in tourism. It appeals to individuals who are eager to learn foreign languages, are meticulous about cleanliness and hygiene, and have a sense of hospitality.

Quick Summary

  • 2-year associate degree program
  • Full-time education in Turkish
  • Mandatory internship requirement
  • Erasmus exchange program opportunity
  • Opportunity to complete a bachelor's degree via DGS
  • Curriculum focused on hospitality, food and beverage, and catering services

About the Department

The Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering Services program at Anamur Vocational School provides education to leverage Turkey's tourism potential and meet the sector's need for qualified personnel. Anamur's location on the Mediterranean coast offers students direct contact with the tourism sector. The program combines theoretical knowledge and practical education in hotel management, food and beverage services, kitchen applications, service techniques, and catering management. Students graduate with the competency to serve in various departments of accommodation facilities. The curriculum is updated in line with sectoral developments and hygiene standards; mandatory internship practice supports students' adaptation to the working environment. International education and internship experience opportunities are also offered to students through the Erasmus exchange program.

Career Opportunities

Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering Services program graduates find employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, catering firms, airline catering companies, cruise ships, and food and beverage chains. Additionally, there is the opportunity to continue with bachelor's programs such as Tourism Management and Gastronomy and Culinary Arts through the Vertical Transfer Exam (DGS).

What Will You Learn?

Managing hotel front office operations and reservation systems
Implementing housekeeping organization and control processes
Performing food and beverage service techniques at a professional level
Learning basic kitchen applications and cooking techniques
Using menu planning and cost calculation methods
Applying food hygiene and sanitation rules
Planning and managing banquet and catering organizations
Tourism marketing and customer relationship management
Understanding fundamentals of hotel accounting and revenue management
Communicating in the sector through professional foreign language

Competencies You Will Gain

Ability to manage operational processes of hotel departments
Competency in delivering food and beverage service at professional standards
Skills in fully implementing food safety and hygiene standards
Competency in using reservation and front office software
Organization and event planning skills
Competency in providing customer satisfaction-oriented service
Cost control and budget management skills
Competency in communicating with guests in professional English
Team management and coordination skills
Crisis management and problem-solving competency

Educational Opportunities

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Practical training in the training kitchen

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Sectoral experience at hotels and restaurants through mandatory internship

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International education and internship opportunity through Erasmus exchange program

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Collaboration protocols with regional tourism facilities

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Practical education in the food and beverage service laboratory

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Seminars and workshops with the participation of industry professionals

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Participation in tourism fairs and gastronomy events

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Guidance and support for professional certification programs

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