IMI is delighted to have been chosen by Presence Switzerland of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and by Lucerne Tourismus AG to be its hospitality ambassador at the Olympic Games to be held in Beijing in 2008.

The operational management of the Food & Beverage outlets will be the responsibility of Gamma Catering AG who has recruited staff from IMI and César Ritz Colleges.

This unique opportunity is available to IMI students and graduates only who can start employment in Beijing from the 25th July until the end of August 2008.

Under the direction of Gamma Catering IMI has recruited for the following positions in the VIP lounge, bar and banqueting:

Service Kitchen Bar
• Chef de Rang • Demi Chef • Bartender
• Commis • Commis Chef • Bar Commis
  • Chef Patissier  
  • Commis Patissier  

Positions are available to:

  • IMI Students this semester who will then proceed to in-training in the first half of 2008
  • Students enrolled at IMI in 2008A
  • All IMI Alumni graduates
IMI is now screening all applications recieved and will forward them to Gamma Catering who will then begin an interview process later this year. Applications for additional positions will be sourced by César Ritz Colleges.

Flights, accommodation, meals and uniform will be supplied and a nominal amount of CHF300.- will be paid for the whole period. Please note this opportunity is primarily for volunteers who wish to enhance and apply their previous work experience.

‘Presence Switzerland’ in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy in Berne will assist in obtaining visas. Certificates of employment will also be issued at the end of the working period.

For more information contact Mr Hans Jost Herman or Mr Gavin R R Caldwell.