Hospitality or Tourism WIL In-Service Training Mpumalanga
Updated: Aug 13
Are you a Hospitality or Tourism N4–N6 learner looking for a place to complete your in-service training or WIL Work Integrated Learning (also known as practical training)?
Read on and apply to join our team to complete your practicals in White River, Mpumalanga, near Mbombela.
If you are studying something else but looking for a practical placement or Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunity in the hospitality sector, send us an email and we’ll see if we can assist.
Why choose us for your practical training?
We operate Halleria Self Catering and ilanda Guest House on the same property, with a total capacity of 45 guests. We have a small team, so you’ll get to see and learn about many parts of the hospitality industry. We offer a supportive team and a positive working environment.
The skills you will develop include multitasking, flexibility, attention to detail, time management, teamwork, computer literacy, and communication.
You will gain experience in:
Housekeeping
Food and Beverage Management
Hotel Management
Accommodation Services
Assistant cook and waitron duties
Please note: We do not host conferencing and events.
What we require from learners
We prefer stay-in learners who can join our 21-days-on, 7-days-off roster for the full 18-month period.
Depending on our current number of learners on site, we are open to hosting shorter stays including 6 and 12 months.
You must be willing to integrate into our team culture, work well with others, be self-motivated, and eager to learn.
Honesty, integrity, friendliness, and customer service are essential. In short: contribute to the team and business, learn the required skills, and complete your training with a good attitude.
Which schools and programmes do we host?
We are ready to host students from a variety of schools and programmes. The list below is not exhaustive, so if you think you can gain the required experience for you to graduate, please send your application.
TVET Colleges including but not limited to:
Nkangala TVET College Waterval Boven / Emgwenya Campus (other campuses welcome)
Ehlanzeni TVET College Barberton Campus
Ehlanzeni TVET College Mapulaneng Campus
Tshwane North TVET College
Ekurhuleni East
Universities of Technology, including:
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), Mbombela campus
Central University of Technology (CUT)
Specialised Hospitality universities and academies:
Transvaal hospitality academy
University of Mpumalanga (UMP) School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
The most relevant subjects for our learners are:
Accommodation Services
Hospitality
Hospitality and Catering Services
Hospitality Management
Tourism
Tourism Management
Ecotourism Management
Professional Cookery
Chef / hospitality
Food and Beverage Service
Other subjects, as long as the experience you gain with us will allow you to complete your workbook and graduate.
How to apply
Send us an email at applyrixa@gmail.com. Do NOT send a WhatsApp or message our reservations number.
In your email, include a short message stating:
What you are studying and your school
Duration of the WIL / in service training (months)
Your earliest date of availability.
Your ideal starting date
Confirm if you can stay in
Confirm you can work 21 days on, then 7 days off cycle
Your funding status and sponsor organisation (if any)?
Attach the following:
Your CV
A copy of your ID
All the documents you have from your school regarding the WIL / In Service Training, including:
WIL Letter from your school
Student log-book or workbook
WIL handbook of your course / department
Are you looking for a full-time or part-time hospitality job in White River?
We occasionally have vacancies for housekeeping, maintenance, all-rounder, and duty manager positions. Send us an email at applyrixa@gmail.com to apply.
We also sometimes need part-time housekeepers. If you are from Msholozi, Kabokweni, or Numbi and looking for work in White River, send us an email.
If you have a CV, include it. If not, tell us about your relevant experience.
About ilanda Guest House
ilanda Guest House offers 4-star accommodation in Mpumalanga. Our White River Guest House is a welcoming environment for Hospitality & Tourism students needing to complete their in-service training, WIL and practicals. Conveniently located close to Msholozi, Nelspruit, Kabokwni and Nganduzweni.