SHD Students Experience German Standard Restaurant - Hotel Profession with AHK Experts

On October 20, 2025, students of the Restaurant - Hotel industry at SHD had a meaningful morning when they directly met and learned from experts of AHK Vietnam – official representative of Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (DIHK).

Workshop “German Food and Beverage Culture and the German Hotel Industry” brought students a practical and realistic journey of experiencing the Restaurant - Hotel profession to understand themselves - understand the profession, and soon succeed in Germany.

From professional knowledge to German standard service culture

The workshop was led by a team of experienced experts in the field of services and vocational training in Germany. At the beginning of the program, Ms. Bui Thu Thuy - Talent & Training Project Manager, AHK Vietnam, overview of German Dual Vocational Training Model in the Hotel Industry. This is the foundation to help students understand the dual vocational training model, where students both study theory and practice at enterprises - a prominent difference and also the "heart" of the German vocational education system.

Ms. Bui Thu Thuy introduced an overview of the German Dual Vocational Training model.

Continuing the program, Mr. Oliver Horn shared more about Hotel service culture in Germany. Real-life stories and high standards of discipline, professionalism, service style and responsibility of German hotel industry staff have opened up for students a clear view of the working environment they will soon enter.

Mr. Oliver Horn shared about the hotel service culture in Germany.

Next, Mr. Norbert Ehrbar provides a rich perspective on German food and drink cultureSharing about the selection of ingredients, regional culinary styles, and the sophistication in the way of enjoying helps students realize that - each dish or drink contains the cultural spirit and long history of the German people.

Mr. Norbert Ehrbar brings a rich perspective on German food and beverage culture in the workshop

Learn through experience in European standard restaurant and hotel profession

Closing the professional sharing section, Ms. Julia Berghs-Phan – Restaurant Training Expert, directly guide students through interactive activities, simulations and role-playing of real-life career situations.

Reference: Working and Integration in Germany – A Career Journey Linked to Understanding and Companionship

Not just listening and taking notes, SHD students actually get to "touch" the profession – set up the banquet table yourself according to German standards, from arranging knives and forks, choosing cups according to the rules, to serving posture and communication with customers.

Ms. Julia Berghs-Phan - Restaurant Training Expert guides students in practice

Every small movement and every detail in the practice session is carefully commented on and edited by experts, helping students practice professional manners and better understand working standards in the service industry in Germany.

In addition to vocational skills, students are also trained Interview skills with German businesses. Practice answering questions, showing confidence and professionalism – the decisive factors to score points in the eyes of employers in the upcoming job interview.

Understanding the profession - understanding yourself: A turning point from practical experience

The special feature of the workshop lies in its approach towards "understand the profession - understand yourself"Through continuous interactive activities, students not only hone their professional skills but also have the opportunity to review the reasons for choosing their career and clearly define their personal development direction.

Reference: Explore careers, get real experience – Unlock your future at SHD Career Day

Dream to become Professional Restaurant - Hotel Specialist It is no longer a distant thing but has gradually become more specific and closer than ever – with a clear roadmap, skills and motivation.

The workshop provides a valuable career guide to help students better prepare for their journey to study vocational training in Germany.

The atmosphere of the class is always full of energy. Students boldly ask questions, actively participate in practice and constantly show the spirit of progress. The applause and confident smiles after each presentation are clear evidence of the progress of SHD students in just one experience session.

Valuable career guide for vocational study in Germany

The workshop not only provides knowledge, but also provides a valuable career guide for students to better prepare for their upcoming vocational study abroad journey in Germany. From professional skills, working style to communication skills in an international environment - all are important provisions to help you confidently integrate when arriving in Germany.

Each lesson, each experience activity in the Restaurant - Hotel profession today is a solid stepping stone on the road to reaching the career dream. It is the journey of turning knowledge into ability, turning passion into action - what SHD always aims for in every training program.

SHD students participate in the Restaurant - Hotel career experience workshop with AHK Vietnam experts

SHD would like to thank AHK Vietnam and the experts for accompanying and bringing this wonderful opportunity to the students. Hopefully, through the German-standard Restaurant - Hotel experience sessions, the students will understand themselves better, love their jobs more and be ready to shine in the international environment.

Experiencing the German standard Restaurant – Hotel profession is not only a learning activity, but also a journey to open the door to the future – where each SHD student brings Vietnamese spirit to reach far in Germany. SHD is proud to be a companion, a launching pad to help the young generation of Vietnam realize their career dreams in the Federal Republic of Germany.