{"id":62021,"date":"2024-06-07T12:31:52","date_gmt":"2024-06-07T11:31:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/?p=62021"},"modified":"2024-07-04T12:47:31","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T11:47:31","slug":"work-in-restoration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/trabalhar-em-restauracao\/","title":{"rendered":"Working in Restoration: Know the requirements and professions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"62021\" class=\"elementor elementor-62021\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-8601c57 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"8601c57\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6640679\" data-id=\"6640679\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e447e5b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e447e5b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For those looking for a guaranteed job and starting out in the job market, the restaurant sector is still a great entry point. This is an area that always has opportunities and is evolving.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is estimated that <\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ahresp.com\/app\/uploads\/2023\/07\/INQUE%CC%81RITO-AHRESP-NOVOS-DESAFIOS-E-OPORTUNIDADES-NEGO%CC%81CIOS-Relato%CC%81rio-Canal-HORECA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">half of restaurants do not have enough workers<\/a><\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure the quality of the service, according to a survey carried out by AHRESP.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, working in restoration is currently one of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/the-professional-areas-with-the-greatest-employability-in-tourism\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">careers with greater employability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Not to mention that there are more and more businesses willing to invest in the sector and offer better perks to attract employees.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>But is it worth working in restoration? And does your profile fit this career? Know everything you need before making a decision!<br \/><br \/><\/b><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b>What are the benefits of working in restoration?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The biggest benefit of working in restaurants is the high employability of the sector. There are always vacancies available and even if you don&#039;t find a job advert, just drop in your CV at restaurants near you and a job will appear. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/trick-questions-in-a-job-interview\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">interview opportunity<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But there are three other reasons that lead professionals to work in restoration:<\/span><\/p><ol style=\"text-align: left;\"><li><b>In most cases, they do not require prior experience or training<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Due to the shortage of workers in the sector, catering companies are available to teach the necessary technical skills.<br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li><b>They have access to future perspectives at a professional level<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The continuous expansion of the sector brings more career and growth opportunities, as well as financial and non-financial incentives to retain professionals.<br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li><b>They can combine it with other activities. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it&#039;s to finish your studies, earn extra income or take a break in search of new opportunities.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>What is the work routine like in restaurants?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Whether you are in service, in the kitchen or collecting dishes and cleaning tables, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/7-tips-to-avoid-burnout-at-work\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the pace of work is dynamic and fast-paced<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Working in restaurants involves managing multiple tasks and ensuring customer satisfaction with good food and drinks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, <\/span><b>may need to work hours<\/b> <b>extras, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">on festive dates or when there are customer events. The schedules usually cover meal times and are divided into the morning and late afternoon. You may work shifts or have a fixed schedule.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#039;s also normal <\/span><b>work on weekends, holidays and festive seasons<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are three working hours and contract regimes: full-time, part-time and freelancer. It is not uncommon to work 10 to 12 hours a day to secure a higher salary.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The positive part of working in restoration is the immediate feedback from customers. Knowing that our hard work contributes to making other people happy is rewarding.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>Discover the main requirements for working in restoration<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Restoration tasks are usually quite simple, the difficult part is managing them all at the same time. The only way to learn is through practice.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, there are not many requirements to work in restoration. But all experience is valid and the more qualifications you have, the greater the opportunities for success and growth.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some requirements and characteristics needed to work in restoration include:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: left;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mandatory minimum education;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time management;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Language knowledge;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nice presentation;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication capacity;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proactivity and adaptability;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know how to work as a team;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conflict resolution;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Empathy and customer orientation;<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attention to the details.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>It should be noted that for certain positions such as chef or manager, professional or higher training is required, as well as proven experience.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>9 types of professions in catering<\/span><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The best thing about working in restaurants is that, regardless of the position you start in, there is enormous potential to move up the career ladder. <\/span><b>Discover the professions in the sector that are worth investing in!<\/b><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>1. Kitchen assistant<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The kitchen assistant is a fundamental piece behind the scenes of the restaurant. This professional prepares the ingredients, organizes the kitchen, assists the cook and ensures the hygiene of the environment. Therefore, it is the basis for the team&#039;s success.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>2. Cook<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Basically, the cook is the one who prepares and attests to the quality and flavor of the dishes that arrive at the customer&#039;s table. To do this, he uses cooking techniques and his creativity to transform the ingredients at his disposal into delicious dishes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>3. Chef<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The high demand for talented chefs and the offer of better salary conditions and career prospects makes this profession attractive for those who want to work in hotels. The chef is responsible for leading the team, creating the menu, managing stock and ensuring the quality of the dishes served.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>4. Waiter<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>This is a seemingly simple function, but very challenging and, therefore, increasingly valued. Its functions are to receive, accommodate, attend, serve and finalize the service, providing a pleasant experience for customers.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>5. Head of room<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The room manager ensures harmony in service and that everything runs smoothly. In addition to supervising the operation of the restaurant, he coordinates the team of waiters and ensures the quality and efficiency of the service.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>6. Bartender\/Barwoman<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>He&#039;s the one who brings liveliness to the bar. More than preparing drinks, explaining their composition to customers and serving customers, this professional makes the ritual of shaking the drink, pouring the liquid into glasses and brushing the glass with a slice of lemon \u2013 a real spectacle.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>7. Barista<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The barista is the coffee expert. It is responsible for preparing espressos, cappuccinos, lattes and other hot drinks with precision and technique, delighting customers with unique flavors and aromas.<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>8. Confectioner<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>Yes, a pastry chef may also be needed in a restaurant. This professional is the one who sweetens customers&#039; visits through irresistible desserts. It is also responsible for making savory snacks and bread.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>9. Restaurant manager<\/b><\/h3><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>The restaurant manager is the conductor of the establishment. Manage the business as a whole, from finance to marketing, ensuring the success of the restaurant and customer satisfaction.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><b><br \/>Looking for work in restoration? Access vacancies on the Employment Exchange<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>There are hundreds of opportunities in tourism and hospitality in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/opportunities\/\"><b><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Employment Exchange Platform<\/span><\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whether full-time contracts or professional internships, you can apply and contact recruiters directly.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Employment Exchange has been partnering for over 7 years with the best companies in the sector to bring you exclusive opportunities.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bolsadeempregabilidade.pt\/en\/opportunities\/\"><b>Start searching for the latest vacancies in the sector and make sure your time has come!<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is it like to work in restoration? Why is it worth investing in this area? What are the necessary requirements, skills and training? 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