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Another chapter of my life ended and new things will come. But I cannot
reach this kind of journey without the people behind this success. With this I
would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the people who helped me and
Above all, I would like to thank our Almighty God for all the blessing that
catastrophies of life, and for giving me the guidance that I may take the right path
my personality- my dear parents, Mama Jean and Papa Rody for giving me their
love ,care, and trust, mere words are not enough to express my deepest
gratitude but still I would like to thank you. Thank you for all your efforts and
To Mr. John Gudmalin, my adviser and a friend for the knowledge you
imparted to me, the advices and suggestions that contributed a lot. Thank you
To all my ATBR staff most especially to Sir Rico our F and B Manager, to
Sir James Owen Clemen our F and B Supervisor, to our Bartender Rolando
Cloma, to Rey, Reymark, Patrick, Miking and also to the night shift duty staff,
Maam Lita the supervisor of kitchen department and all the staff there to Pangs,
Busbus, Ate Ebyang, Nang Anselma, Ate Cris, Angie, and also to my co-OJT’s
supporting me financially. Without your support, I would not have been here.
Thanks a lot.
uncles and aunties, to all my cousins, relatives and pamangkin for the support
Jhon Lloyd and Joshua for me giving me the chance to be friend with you and
have the unforgettable experience during my training. See you when I see you
To the HR Manager of Alona Tropical Beach Resort Sir Deo for giving me
the chance to be your trainee. Thank you for the opportunity to know you and the
To the owner of the resort Sir Undo and Madame Nila Montero, thank you
love you’ve given, for the opportunity given to be part of your life. Thank you very
much mahal.
To those whom I failed to mention but contributed a lot for this success, to
the readers spending their precious time reading this piece of work, a thank you I
offer to you.
INTRODUCTION
Most of the knowledge and skills that people use to do their jobs are
learned at the workplace. Many attitudes are also formed at work. Much of this
carefully guided and shaped learning at work often occurs accidentally, poorly,
and sometimes in ways harmful to both the person and to the organization( Leon,
R. 2005).
desirable, knowledge and skills values needed in hospitality industry. (3.) Assess
The industry practice was conducted at the Alona Tropical Beach Resort
November 22, 2018 to February 22, 2019. The hands on training consists of a
The industry practice was limited to the Food and Beverage Department
THE ESTABLISHMENT
Alona Tropical lies in the north-eastern part of the famed Alona Beach in
heart of Tagbilaran City where the air and sea ports are located and shopping
centers are situated. The resort was established since 1988 and until now has
continued to provide a renowned service to people from within its country and
around the world. When it started, it only had 3 guest rooms and one restaurant.
Now, it has flourished and currently has 62 guest rooms, one restaurant called
the Baybayon (which means along the beach) restaurant, a swimming pool with
Jacuzzi, a gazebo, Frankz bar a beachfront wine bar named after the owner, a
souvenir shop and a dive shop. It also offers many more optional activities to
Vision
tropical paradise with a unique service culture & philosophy in its prime
satisfaction & value for money. Everyone in the facility from management
experience.
Mission
with a wide array of food and beverages in the restaurant, naturally- landscaped
vicinities, pristine white sand beach and pool. It caters to both local & foreign
tourists and it aims to provide genuine hospitality & quality service in the pursuit
of customer satisfaction that offers good value for money while assuring a good
Goals
1. Employees should treat guests with respect and hospitality shall be shown
“good evening”, “thank you”, “how may I help you?”, “come back again”
and other friendly and responsive gestures as the case may be. THE
PROHIBITED;
accordingly;
not do anything that can cause nuisance or annoyance within the resort
premises;
resort property;
10. Employees shall keep the names of the guests confidential under all
circumstances;
11. All accidents, incidents and disturbances shall be reported directly to the
supervisor;
12. All lost and found items should be handed directly to the Front Office;
Manager;
is prohibited;
17. Sexual and all other forms of harassment is strictly not allowed;
18. Leaving his or her post within the working shift without prior and proper
20. Loitering and standing by in public areas within the resort premises during
21. All employees shall be committed to loyalty and work towards excellence,
Job Description
Takes orders and making sure the customer is aware of waiting time and
food ingredients, how the food is cooked, room rates, other resort services
and facilities
Expresses thanks and invitation to come again when guests rise and
conversation
Prepares daily work plan based on tasks and assignments given by the
Housekeeping Supervisor
Cleans all parts of the assigned rooms, especially ensuring toilets and
Changes linens and provides towels, toiletries and other room amenities
Deliver bell services to carry guests’ luggage when billeting and checking
out.
luggage if any.
addressing the guest by name, holding the lift for guest and
hotel revenue.
Bell Captain.
surrounding environment.
concerned.
Extend assistant to guests and patrons alike in a flexible manner
unless it is illegal.
daily work.
The operation
restaurant has their own process of operation and procedure. At the front desk
office the receptionist who receive the first call shall introduced first her/himself.
The receptionist should answer the call in a friendly way and listen carefully, and
speak sincerely to the caller. The receptionist will ask the caller’s information like
the full name, contact number, arrived date, and time, departure time, number of
rooms they will occupy, the rate, mode of transportation, the amount of deposit,
and the date which the deposit is required. When the request of the reservation is
receive, the receptionist should call the caller if the reservation is confirm or not
at least two days before the schedule of the reservation. Registering the guest,
the receptionist should ask the guest if he/she have a reservation, with or without
the receptionist will asked the guest ID’s, passport, or any kind of identification
card, and also the voucher booking for registration. The receptionist will assist
the guest to fill up the registration form then print out the folio. Before the guest
can enter his/her room, the receptionist will explain an inform about the guest
booking if he/she had a complimentary breakfast and also about the payment,
then inform the guest about the policies of the resort. Then introduced the guest
to the bill man, the one who assist the guest to their respective rooms. Upon the
arriving the rooms, the bill man will open the rooms and introduced some
amenities insight, then asked an extra service like opening the curtain to see the
view of the resort, then turning on the television for entertainment and the aircon
to make the guest feel comfortable and special. And hope the guest have a good
stay.
In terms of food and beverage process when the arrive at the restaurant
the waiter or waitress will welcome the guest and assist the guest to their table
and introduced himself/herself and give the guest the menu for them to choose
their order, the waiter/waitress will prepare three slip, one for the kitchen
department, who cook and prepare guest food orders, one for the cashier and
also one for the his/her copy. After the waiter/waitress get the order from the
guest the waiter/waitress will repeat the orders to make it clear and avoid
mistakes. In serving process the waiter/waitress serve the food orders at the left
side of the guest and drinks at the right side of the guest, then wish the guest
provide the guest expectation and needs such as birthdays, weddings, seminars,
and conventions. The facilities available in the establishment are the baybayon
restaurant which is located near at the sea shore, the franks bar, also have
Before the author left in campus for his training at Alona Tropical Beach
The was necessary, in order to equip the author together with his
On November 21, 2018 the author arrived at the Alona Tropical Beach
assistant and the manager introduced first the rules and regulation of the resort.
The author also given by the manager which department we’re he assigned, and
establishment in Panglao.There was a big difference when the author came there
like new buildings, new infrastructure and etc. First thing he do, the author went
to Alona Tropical because their schoolmate told him that Alona Tropical was a
kind of resort that offers free meal, and allowance worth of 50 a day.
And no more hesitations, the author gave his resume and also the
employee told him to wait for a seconds since she will be the one who’ll goin’ to
Honestly, the author was so nervous during that time but he just faced it
for the sake for his OJT. Meanwhile, after the interview, Maam Maria
congratulated the author and says that his hired in their establishment. The
author was so happy during that time knowing that Alona Tropical offers free
meal and allowance which it has a big help for the expenses with his stay in
Panglao. Then Maam Maria told him that they will just send the following
requirements soon.
Days passed by the author received a text message, and it was stated
there that he should attend for the interview and for the OJT briefing with the HR
Manager. And yes, the author did not failed to attend at the resort with his friends
for that matter. It was October 13, 2018 when the author went there. Maam Maria
guided the author with his friends going to the function room while waiting and
When the door opens, the author saw a guy wearing a prestigious outfit
knowing that he was the HR Manager in the resort. Still having nervousness,
especially when he mentioned that they’ll going to interview the author with his
friends alphabetically. And the author be the first one to deal with that. But the
company.
After the author Interviewed, The HR Manager told him that he have a
good idea since the author answered his questions. And then the author’s
colleages will be the next, still they were also interviewed regarding with their
resume as well. Then after, he tackled the rules and regulations of the resort then
HR Manager told them that they’ll be texting for those who were qualified. And
the author with his friends shocked since the first interview with Maam Maria told
It was late in the afternoon when the author with his friends went home
since the meeting adjourned at exactly 4:00 pm. But still they’re hoping that the
author with his friends will be hired as an OJT, because they spent money
already in traveling since it’s too far from the school. But well, God is good all the
time, because he answered my prayers. The next day, it was October 14, 2018
after the briefing and interview, the author got a text message that formally
congratulated him for being hired as an OJT in their resort. The author was so
The author with his friends received a text message. And it was stated
there that all the requirements must be comply before the said date. So, the
author try to comply all those requirements like the MOA, Parent Consent,
Endorsement Letter, Grading Sheet, DTR, having the Medical Certification,
Police Clearance also the author with his friends went to the city for buying and
printing for the uniform. Well God is so good, and everything was planned since
he accomplished all those requirements though they are all lacking out of time.
The author can’t forget the day when they’re oriented again by the HR
Manager and also the talk of Mr. Francisco Montero the Proprietor of Alona
Tropical Beach Resort on November 19, 2018. After the very long talk of the
proprietor, given with our proper schedule including our day off.
Well, November 22, 2018 was his first day of my duty. The author was
assigned us. The author’s duty starts at exactly 4:30 am in the morning and end
up at exactly 2:00 pm in the afternoon. The author was still sleepy to wake up
that time, but as to obey the rules and regulation of their establishment, he must
A few minutes will take to walk from my boarding house to the resort.
When the author was arrived at the restaurant, the first thing to do was to
observe what they do, and what they always prepare in the buffet station.
In the buffet station, the author with his colleague usually prepare the
chafting dish and it’s burner, kind of plates, soup steamer, salad station,
pancake, homemade bread with butter and jam, fresh juices, fresh fruits, and
also the egg station and etc. And serving the guest with coffee or tea, also with
their service water, serving the style of egg that they’ve ordered to be cook as
And after 10:30 am, when all of the In-house guest were completely done
eating in the restaurant, they used to pull out all that part of the complimentary
meal such as foods, fruits, juices, salad and soup and everything that seems to
be seen in the buffet station. Then after pulling out, we prepare the menu for “Ala
Carte” were the meats are being portioned. So when guest arrived, we usally
greeted them, take their orders, serving their orders, billing and bidding them
goodbye.
Lots of activities was held at the resort. such as December 21, 2018 we
celebrated our Alona Tropical Christmas. Having some fun, games, and even
prices was handed out and it was nice since it was hosted by Jessel Sanchez.
The author was received also a christmas gift from the proprietor of the resort,
and a check worth of 500 pesos. And they presented the funniest video
challenge, choral competition and lastly presenting our christmas carol contest.
It was December 24, 2018 in the evening, at exactly 8:00 pm when the
make the guest satisfy and to them amaze while they are having some dinner at
seashore. During that night we’re giving garlads, and watching the fireworks
display.
Last December 31, 2018, we celebrated New year eve. During that night
the author with his colleague danced at the seashore with the guest, welcoming
them to our dinner buffet with our very spectacular dances. And at exactly 12:00
midnight the author with his colleague together watched with a fireworks display
and after the celebration, the author cleaned all the mess, pull outing the tables
on the sand beach, buffet station and bidding goodbye to the customer.
On February 22, 2018 my last day of my duty at the resort. I woke up and
felt blessed to woke up that day. Well, the same thing, we prepared everything
for the breakfast buffet and setting up everything. Still serving coffee, tea, service
water, eggs, and etc. it’s the same thing. My last day of duty I took an overtime
since there was a bridal shower at the seashore, but the author still serving and
handling guest until 6:00 pm in the evening. He won’t forget everything, all those
things experiences that broaden his knowledge and boast his confidence.
THE INDUSTRY PRACTICE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING AND
EXPERIENCES
Before the author left the campus for his training at Alona Tropical Beach
department head and college dean. This way necessary in order to equip the
author and his friends with the necessary knowledge and techniques on how to
On November 21, 2018, the author arrived at the Alona Tropical Beach
Resort. Before he was assigned to a certain department, the author was oriented
about the basic rules and regulations in the establishment. The author was also
given some insights by Ms. Maria Reveleo Miro about the establishment and
assigned us with our designated task, our schedule time, including our day off
Aside from the lesson in that the author learned in school, there were also
lots of lessons during his industry practice. The learning in the school was quite
different from the actual field of the job. You only read, study and make
requirements in school about the hospitality that will widen and enhance the
author’s experienced during industry practice at the Alona Tropical Beach Resort.
The author was assigned only at the food and beverage department. The
complaints.