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Go to England safely and cheaply at any time of the year, thanks to the hospitality sector work program offered by the Work Employment in England. An exceptional formula allows you to consolidate work, language learning, discovering the country's rich history, its culture and its lifestyle.
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A job placement in England's hotel/restaurant sector represents an enriching experience in many ways, but also includes its share of challenges; it requires a lot of flexibility and tolerance on your part in adapting to the country's workplace standards and stratified relationships between employees and employers. The work is very demanding and you must be available a minimum of 40 hours a week. These are real jobs with their own requirements that you must conform to and not simply a vacation or a travel experience.
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PROGRAM INFORMATIONQUALIFICATIONS- 18 to 30 years old (Older applicants with EU citizenship may be accepted)
- At least a pre-intermediate knowledge of English
- Good physical and mental health
LOCATION
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All over England (very rarely in London), cities, suburbs and sometimes in the country in the more isolated regions. Locations may not be chosen.
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LENGTH OF STAY
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Minimum stay: 6 months. Maximum: 24 months. Start date at any time.
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WORK SCHEDULE
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Minimum of 40 hours a week spread over 5-6 days a week (the number of hours a week may exceed 40 according to time of year and employer needs).
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PAY- Guaranteed Minimum 120 £ (British pound)/net for 40 hours a week (~ CAN$ 240.00 / ~ 175.00 Euros)
- Net salary is calculated after deductions for lodging, meal plan, taxes etc.
- Payment is often on a monthly basis.
JOBS AVAILABLE
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Bellhop, assistant waiter, waiter, kitchen help, cook, bartender, chambermaid, laundry, etc. Jobs will be determined by phone with the employer or with the Work Employment in England.
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N.B. In order to work directly with an English clientele, your level of English proficiency must be sufficient to meet their needs.
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LODGING
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Typically in shared rooms with communal bathrooms and meal plans provided by the employer through payroll deductions.
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N.B. Since residents maintain staff apartments, they offer minimal facilities and cleanliness may have been neglected.
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VISA WORKING HOLIDAY-MAKER
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N.B. Married applicants must be accompanied by their spouse.
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PROGRAM COST- Registration fee CAN$ 390 / 280.00 Euros and placement fee of 157 £BP (± CAN $325 or ± € 221 EUR ) upon confirmation. Placement guaranteed or money back.
- Transportation, visa (if required) and insurance not included
BENEFITS- Due to England's high cost of living, it is very beneficial to start off with lodging and meals included from the beginning of your stay
- No experience or training required
- Joint placements are available (placements for more than two persons not guaranteed)
- Resource person available in England.
REGISTRATION
- Print and complete in English the HOTEL APPLICATION FORM
- Attach your resume in English.
- Provide 2 letters of reference (employer, teacher, or another person not a member of your family). If written in French, please attach an English translation.
- Attach 2 recent small colour photos (passport or photo booth sized) (no photocopies) as well as a picture showing you from head to foot. Write your name on the back.
- Write a one-page cover letter in English to your future employer, explaining your strengths, your motivations for pursuing an international work experience including your expectations and objectives. Don't forget to sign it!
- Have your medical certificate (attached with the Hotel application form) completed by a doctor. (*)
- Attach a blank criminal record check issued by a police force or by a relevant administrative service. (*)
- Include a photocopy of the first page of your passport
- You must include a first payment of CAN$ 390, payable in cash, by cheque or C.O.D. to The Work Employment in England or of 280 Euros payable in cash or C.O.D. to LEPAGE.
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The first instalment of registration fees is CAN$ 390 Can for Canadian citizens and 280 Euros for EU citizens and must be attached with your registration file. Your registration fees are entirely protected and may be refunded if The Work Employment in England cannot confirm your placement within the maximum departure date as listed on your registration form. However, this deposit is non-refundable if your registration is cancelled before the maximum departure date as listed on your registration form. Only a delay of up to 6 months from the indicated departure date in your file will be accepted.
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The second instalment placement fees of 157 £ (British pound) is payable within 7 days of receiving confirmation of your placement by mail. Your placement fees are not refundable in case of cancellation once The Work Employment in England has confirmed your placement.
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***These documents are mandatory but obtaining them may result in major delays. If you wish to guarantee placement in advance, you can submit your registration file and then submit the documents at a later date.
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Please do not staple your documents or glue a photo on your application form or put your documents in a portfolio or other.
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Your file must be sent to the international head office at:
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The Work Employment in England
202 Mgr. De Belmon
Boucherville (Québec)
J4B 2K9 CANADA
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Placement Confirmation: Your file will be sent to our agent in England who will offer you as a candidate to potential employers. Upon receiving your placement details, The Work Employment in England will contact you. If you accept, you will be mailed a detailed work contract.
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N.B. Your placement confirmation may generally take place a few weeks before your first requested departure date and sometimes even during the timeframe mentioned in your registration form. We are aware of the inconvenience caused by late confirmations, but British employers unfortunately do not always anticipate their staffing needs and confirm at the last minute. While you register to this program, you must accept a work proposal until the latest date indicated on your application form.
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You may refuse a job offer if it does not meet the criteria listed on your registration form, but please, show some flexibility.
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Also during your stay in UK, our agents in England will do everything in their power to have you hired in the best possible hotels with the best working conditions. If a serious problem beyond your control should arise, they will try to relocate you as quickly as possible.
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If you need more information, please contact us to:
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Montreal and South Shore
450 641-4617
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From Canada and the United States
Toll free: 1 877 665-5066
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International
001 450 641-4617
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