Study hospitality
The hospitality industry offers a variety of exciting career pathways. From five star hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants to internationally renowned casinos; the opportunities are endless. The hospitality industry in Australia is booming. Rising discretionary incomes, increasing business travel, and busier lifestyles are fuelling strong growth in the sector.
As a hospitality student at TAFE Queensland you'll gain practical experience in our on-campus training restaurants. You'll have the opportunity to serve real customers taking orders, preparing drinks, serving food, and processing payments in a live environment.
TAFE Queensland offers a wide range of hospitality courses from responsible service of alcohol and gambling short courses through to entry-level certificates and high-level diplomas. Whether you want an entry level, supervisory, or management position in accommodation, casinos, clubs, food and beverage, or restaurants, we have a course to get you there.
Career outcomes
- Banquet manager
- Concierge
- Duty manager
- Food and beverage attendant
- Front office supervisor
- Gaming attendant
- Guest service agent
- Housekeeper
- Porter
- Restaurant manager
Embrace the endless opportunities in hospitality
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