A Letter of ApplicationDear Ms Lloyd I am writing to 1) _______ for the post of Conference Co-ordinator as 2) ________ in this month's edition of 'Caterer and Hotelkeeper' magazine. I am particularly 3) __________ in this job as I wish to work in America in order to improve my English and 4)__________further 5)__________of hotel work. I feel I would be 6) __________ for the job as I have the relevant experience and training. For the 7) __________ two years, I have been working as Assistant 8) __________for a large international 9) __________of hotels. Recently, I have 10) __________ to co-ordinate a large-scale international conference with over 400 11) __________from thirteen countries. I also have three years' valuable Front-of — 12) __________Management experience and a French Diploma in Hotel Management. As well as speaking French, I have a good 13) __________of English and I speak some Spanish and German. I shall be 14) _______ for interview from the middle of August, I enclose me resume. Yours sincerely Marina Valova Encl. Read out the letter again and answer the following questions What do you think of the job advertised? Does it seem attractive to you? Why (not)? What personal qualities does an applicant need for this kind of job? What professional characteristics does the job demand? Do you think the applicant (Marina Valova) has the necessary qualities? Why? Give your reasons. What job would you like to take in a hotel? Do you have necessary qualities / qualifications for it? III. Read the advertisement and write a letter applying for the job. Invent the necessary work experience. Simpson House Hotel,Montreal 300-roomed 4-star hotel situated in the heart of Montreal requires Assistant Front-of-House Manager. The suitable candidate should have a complete knowledge of computer Front Office systems, be a good team leader possessing training and room management skills, have high standards in customer care, sales awareness and experience of duty management. Please contact: Michael Dane, Personnel Director, 53 High Street, Montreal, Canada IV. Read the text and be ready to answer the question: what qualities do you think are needed to work in a) the Housekeeping section;b) the maintenance section of a hotel? As you read, make notes about the following: qualities needed duties experience and training
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