6 Reasons Why F&B Gigs Are Great For Students
Every student could use some extra cash for a getaway to Bali or that brand new Apple Watch he or she has been eyeing for months.
The best solution — a part-time job.
But with such a big range of part-time jobs available, why F&B?
Well, being in F&B doesn’t just offer great part-time and flexible opportunities, but also some advantages and enriching experiences that open up new perspectives. Here are 6 reasons why:
1. Learn about the F&B business
Find a restaurant, cafe, bar or food store whose mission or way of business inspires you, be it a commitment to an ethical sourcing process, eco-friendly philosophy, or strong belief in girl power. Learn about how the owners’ missions helped shape their business.
Who knows — you might be running your own in the future!
2. Little or no experience needed
Some F&B gigs offer training on the job, even for part-timers. This is great for people who love taking up new skills — like latte art, wine appreciation, bartending, serving customers with grace and style, learning about new types of food, and even mise en place!
3. You’ll never be bored
F&B has one of the most fast paced, demanding, and extremely exciting work environments ever. Every day is different, and you’ll be placed in interesting situations and meet great people.
4. Hone your EQ skills
There’s nothing less true than the maxim ‘the customer is always right’. But this also means that there’s no better environment than F&B to hone your emotional intelligence (EQ) skills — the ability to read other people’s signals and react appropriately to them.
If you’ve managed to satisfy that demanding customer, or even better still, put a smile on his face, then you’re in good stead towards being a stronger communicator in your future workplace.
5. Get inspired
Like athletes, artists and musicians, people in F&B understand the value of hard work. This passion and fervour for excellence isn’t just contagiously inspirational, but shapes one’s character too.
6. It’s just, well, cool
Let’s admit it — there is some hint of glamour in F&B. Who wants to do anything else after school when you could be creating art with coffee, serving people in the coolest restaurant in town, or shakin’ up the night with your alcoholic concoctions?
