The V&A Waterfront is offering a Hospitality Internship opportunity at Makers Landing designed for South African hospitality students requiring practical workplace experience to complete their qualifications. This internship provides hands-on exposure to various operational aspects of a busy hospitality and events environment.
About the Internship
This internship aims to bridge the gap between theoretical hospitality studies and real-world industry experience. Interns will contribute to daily operations at Makers Landing, gaining insight into storage and equipment management, event coordination, customer and tenant communication, administrative duties, inventory control, and health and safety practices.
Who Can Apply?
- South African citizens currently studying hospitality
- Those who require workplace experiential training as a part of their qualification
- Applicants willing to work shifts, including weekends
- Individuals with knowledge of health and safety protocols and the ability to learn on the job
Key Responsibilities
- Organizing and maintaining wet and dry storage areas as well as kitchen and events equipment
- Assisting with project coordination through checklists and schedules
- Performing administrative tasks such as attending meetings, updating stock and equipment records, and reporting
- Supporting inventory management to control stock and reduce waste
- Facilitating communication by gathering and relaying feedback between tenants, customers, and team members
- Ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain consistent and safe operations
Skills and Qualities Required
- Effective time management and ability to follow schedules
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Professional appearance and reliable work ethic
- Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to accept feedback
Location and Work Schedule
The internship is based at Makers Landing, part of the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, Western Cape. Applicants must be prepared to work in a dynamic hospitality setting with shifts that may include weekends, reflecting the nature of the industry.
Important Information Before Applying
This opportunity is focused on providing practical workplace experience needed for qualification completion. Applicants should ensure their course mandates workplace training. The role requires flexibility to work shifts and weekends, and the ability to learn and communicate effectively in a busy environment.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official application portal provided by the V&A Waterfront. For further details and to apply, visit the online application page.
