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Internship report BHM 4rd semester Santosh pathak Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS TOPICS PAGE NUMBER Introduction Some Information The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) & Taj History About Vivanta By Taj Hotel 2 6 The concept of Internship 6 8 Departments Front office Housekeeping F &B Service Food & Beverage production 10 35 Conclusion 36

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  • Internship report BHM 4rd semester

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS

    TOPICS PAGE NUMBER

    Introduction

    Some Information The Indian Hotels

    Company Limited (IHCL) & Taj History

    About Vivanta By Taj Hotel

    2 6

    The concept of Internship 6 8

    Departments

    Front office

    Housekeeping

    F &B Service

    Food & Beverage production

    10 35

    Conclusion 36

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    Some information The Indian Hotels Company

    Limited (IHCL) and TAJ Hotel

    The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), branded as Taj Hotels Resorts and

    Palaces, is an Indian chain of hotels and resorts headquartered in the Oxford House

    in Mumbai. This company is a part of the Tata Group, one of India's largest business

    conglomerates. Taj Hotels Resort and Palaces owns and operates 93 hotels in 55 locations

    across India with an additional 16 international hotels in the Maldives, Malaysia, Australia,

    UK, USA, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Africa and the Middle East and employ over 13000 people.

    Jamshetji Nusserwanji Tata, founder of the Tata Group, opened the Taj Mahal Palace &

    Tower, the first Taj property and the first Taj hotel, on 16 December 1903. The building

    overlooks the Arabian Sea. He decided to open the grand luxury hotel after an incident

    involving racial discrimination at the Watson's Hotel in Mumbai, where he was refused entry

    as the hotel did not permit Indians, who were non-white. Hotels which accepted only

    European guests were then very common across British India. Jamsetji Tata travelled to

    London, Paris, Berlin and Dsseldorf to arrange for materials and pieces of art, furniture and

    interior artifacts for his hotel. This hotel soon gained the supposed status of the "most

    iconic" hotel in India due to its prime location, traditional architecture and massive size.

    HISTORY OF TAJ

    Introduction and Overview

    Year Event

    1903 The Company opens its first hotel, the "Taj Mahal Palace" in Mumbai, India.

    1974

    The Company opens its first five star deluxe beach resort, the "Fort Aguada Beach

    Resort" in Goa.

    The Company begins business in metropolitan hotels by opening the five star deluxe

    hotel, the "Taj Coramandel" in Chennai.

    1980 The Company opens its first hotel outside India, the "Taj Sheba Hotel" in Sana'a, Yemen.

    1984 The Company entered into a licence agreement to operate the "Taj West End" in

    Bangalore, "Taj Connamera" in Chennai and the "Savoy" in Ooty.

    1989 The Company opens a five star deluxe hotel in Calcutta, the "Taj Bengal."

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    1990 The Company establishes the Taj Kerala Hotels and Resorts Limited with the Kerala

    Tourism Development Corporation.

    1998 The Company opens the "Taj Exotica" in Bentota, Sri Lanka.

    2000 The Company establishes Taj GVK Hotels and Resorts Limited with the GVK group to

    operate three hotels in Hyderabad.

    2001

    The Company is awarded the management contract for the "Taj Palace", Dubai.

    The Company launches the "Taj Exotica Spa and Resort" in Maldives.

    2002

    The Company obtains licences to manage and operate two leisure hotels: the "Rawal-

    Kot" in Jaisalmer and the "Usha Kiran Palace", Gwalior.

    The Company acquires an equity interest in "Regent Hotel" in Bandra, Mumbai which is

    later renamed as the "Taj Land End."

    2003 The Company relaunches its flag ship property as the "Taj Mahal Palace and Tower."

    2004

    The Company launches its first luxury serviced apartments, "Wellington Mews" in

    Mumbai.

    The Company opens its first economy hotel under the brand "Ginger" in Bangalore.

    2005

    The Company obtains a management contract to operate "The Pierre" in New York,

    USA.

    The Company entered into a management contract to operate the "Taj Exotica" in Palm

    Island, Jumeirah, Dubai.

    The Company obtained the operating agreement for the "Umaid Bhavan Palace" in

    Jodhpur.

    2006

    The Company acquires the "W" hotel in Sydney, Australia which is later renamed as the

    "Blue Sydney".

    The Company commences operation of its first wildlife lodge at Mahua Kothi,

    Bandhavgarh.

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    2007

    The Company acquires the "Ritz-Carlton" in Boston, USA which is later renamed as the

    "Taj Boston."

    The Company commences operation of its second wildlife lodge at Baghvan, Pench.

    2008

    Taj's flagship property in the United Kingdom, 51 Buckingham Gate's South Indian

    restaurant, Quilon has received the ultimate culinary accolade - a Michelin star.

    Taj Hotels Partner with Saraya Islands to Operate Taj Exotica Hotel in Ras Al Khaimah,

    United Arab Emirates.

    Taj Hotels and the Tashi Group join hands to create the new benchmark for premium

    hotels in Bhutan - Taj Tashi Bhutan.

    ALDAR Hotels and Hospitality and Taj Hotels enter into an exclusive agreement

    involving a number of hotel projects. The first hotel to be developed by ALDAR Hotels

    and Hospitality under the agreement is a five-star, 500 room luxury resort hotel which

    will be in a spectacular waterfront location on ALDAR's mega entertainment destination,

    YAS Island.

    The Taj Safaris circuit will be complete in Madhya Pradesh with the addition of two

    more luxury lodges in Panna, Pashan Garh and Kanha, Banjaar Tola.

    .

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    Introduction about Hotel Vivanta By Taj

    Let us tease your senses. Feel, smell, hear and touch...Vivanta.

    Vivanta by Taj Whitefield is located at the entrance of the International Technology Park,

    Bangalore (ITPB) Indias first hi-tech park of its kind. About ITPB: It is Indias first hi-tech

    park designed to offer high-quality infrastructure combined with extensive amenities and

    recreational facilities.

    The hotel is 45 KMS, 70-90 MINS drive from the Bengaluru Intl. Airport and 35 KMS, 90

    MINS from the Bangalore City Station and 18 KMS from the city centre. Vivanta by Taj, is

    an Indian Hotels chain established in September 2010. It is a part of The Indian Hotels

    Company Limited, a subsidiary of the TATA Group.The brand Vivanta was born as a part

    of Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces (also known as The Indian Hotels Company Limited) brand

    architecture exercise. With this the brand rolled over 19 of its hotels to the new brand. This

    brand architecture exercise was a part of their previous launch of The Gateway hotels which

    is marketed as an upscale brand. Vivanta by Taj is marketed as an Upper Upscale Brand

    which is flanked by the Taj in the top-end luxury department. Vivanta by Taj hotel is a chain

    property and is located in different states of India like; Bangalore ,Chennai,Coimbatore,

    Coorg, Goa, Hyderabad, Jodhpur, Kerala, Luck now, Mumbai, New Delhi, Pune, Rathambor,

    Srinagar. The hotel which is shown below is the image of Hotel Vivanta by taj located in

    Bangalore, Whitefield.

    This hotel was designed by the renowned Singapore based designer by Wong Chiuman which

    looks like ? (Question mark) and occupies 2.5 acres of land. The term Vivanta comes from

    the term 'bon vivant', which signifies sophistication and appreciation for the good things in

    life and also from the attributes of vividness and vivacity. Staring at a very huge piece of

    rock, the architect of this unique hotel saw three things during his first site visit. Stone. Grass.

    And Sky. And so it is. In every part of this modern masterpiece. The three elements - stone,

    grass and sky combine to create a feeling that captures a stylish vibe. Discover it in the lobby.

    Spot it cascading by the poolside. It's everywhere. In perfect harmony.

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    Take delight in the little things that matter most. And by small surprises that make a big

    difference. Aha!

    This is the changing face of business in the city. And change it does. Vivanta by Taj hotel is a

    business hotel, this hotel is mostly chosen by the business personnel working in different

    companies like ITPB, Ascendas, Societe general etc.The hotel's unique fade changes color,

    texture and tone to express the borderless potential for the corporate nomads who feel at

    home in any of its 199 rooms and suites. Offering comprehensive business facilities, a vibrant

    range of food and beverage options and a well-equipped fitness centre (complete with a

    salon), Vivanta by Taj - Whitefield, Bangalore is designed to create a truly memorable

    experience for you, time and again.

    The hotel offers a range of interesting dining experiences. They include a casual all day

    eatery, a specialty restaurant serving cuisine from the Indus region, a bar and deli.

    Recreation: Casanova Dairies, Architectural Appreciation, Cycling Trail and the Mobius

    Trip. Facilities: Business services include a well-equipped business centre, internet access in

    meeting spaces and across the hotel. Leisure services include an outdoor pool, JIVA Spa and

    beauty salon, shopping arcade, Art Gallery, book store and a fully equipped 24-hour fitness

    centre. Extended stay hotel and Services, pet friendly, relocation assistance, cultural

    integration, longstayer, cocktails, Kitchenette, VIP Lounge.

    Hotel also present comprehensive business facilities, an irresistible range of food and

    beverage options and a well-equipped fitness centre, the hotel is designed to create a truly

    memorable experience. Work wise, the hotel offers a business centre, high-speed internet

    with Wi-Fi option, Wi Fi enabled hotel car, and web cast facility, legal library, copier /

    facsimile facilities, laptop computers on hire, secretarial services and workstations. The other

    facilities at the hotel include babysitting service, beauty parlor, car hire service, and currency

    exchange etc. Guest can enjoy casual all-day eateries and formal fine dining joints, each

    offering new culinary surprises

    Leisure facilities include video and music (on request), I radio, beauty salon, fitness centre,

    outdoor swimming pool, shopping arcade, boutique, book store, lawn tennis, portable play

    station, Jiva spa, yoga, aerobics and fitness class.

    MOTIFS

    Each Vivanta hotel and resort offers unique Vivanta motifs. These are curated "must on your

    list" experiences that represent an imaginative take on the destination and its culture. These

    are "must dos" and "must sees" presented with the Vivanta signature of hospitality. Unveil

    the motifs at Vivanta by Taj - Whitefield, Bangalore.

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    The concept of Internship

    I had an amazing experience working at the vivanta by taj, Whitefield Bangalore for six

    months internship the summer during my second year study. Despite my initial nervousness

    about working at an Indian company for an entire summer, I was warmly welcomed and

    generously supported from Day 1. My internship began without orientation process. Usually I

    got chance to work in three departments that is Front office, housekeeping and food and

    beverage service. I visited each of the different divisions of the hotel and learned hotel

    etiquette. My goals for working in an Indian business were to improve my communication,

    interact smoothly with customers and co-workers in Indian, learn formal corporate etiquette,

    and learn a little Bangalore on the side. While I was allowed to give input as to which

    divisions interested me, I spent most of my time in the food and beverage service department

    as it is the main department of the hotel and fit my goals most closely. The food and beverage

    service Division oversees the all the restaurants, bars, banquet and in room dining service.

    And is responsible for provide quality service for guests. Thus, the food and beverage

    division has the most opportunities for interacting with guests and practicing with people. I

    really noticed an improvement in my language skills and general ability to think on my feet

    through the course of my time in the restaurant. I spend almost 65 days in food beverage

    division including coffee shop ,bar and Indian restaurant .most of the time I was in coffee

    shop restaurant .when I was in food and beverage division ,I had learned so many thing which

    is usefulness in hospitality industry especially in hotels.

    After finished food and beverage division I spent next 45 days in front office department.

    The front office department oversees the lobby and guest rooms, and is responsible for

    customer service, check-in/check-out, sightseeing advice, etc. My first day, all I could do was

    to smile and greet guests entering the building, but by the end of my internship, I was leading

    guest to their rooms, while carrying their luggage, explaining the hotel, and answering their

    questions. It gave me a sense of accomplishment to go from redirecting all questions to the

    permanent staff, to answering any question asked of me and proactively dealing with any

    problems that a guest might have. I also felt like I was a full contributing member of the staff.

    Rather than working a desk job, waiting for a supervisor to find something for me to do, I

    was able to lighten the workloads of my co-workers and help with interpreting for foreign

    guests. Well I found all the staffs cooperative and understanding while working with them.

    They made us familiar with the hotels general property

    The third department was housekeeping where I found it very complicated to work. I was in

    housekeeping department for 45 days .Housekeeping staffs were fewer and we were to help

    the staff in cleaning the rooms, One staff used to clean almost around 35 rooms per day

    .when I was in housekeeping I get to learn almost all the working procedure and system of

    that department because of fewer staff But staffs was very cooperative and they teach me

    how to work fast and proper way. However, I learned many things like making bed the whole

    cleaning process, identified chemicals to clean various materials, cleaning procedure of

    bathroom, dusting, mopping and evening turn down service. And I noticed that Executive

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    housekeeper never motivated the staffs and every briefing time she is shouting their staff. I

    think thats the reason of most of the staffs left their job.

    The best part of working at vivanta by taj was developing relationships with my co-workers.

    Everyone was friendly, helpful, protective, and inquisitive. I always had someone to eat with

    in the employee dining hall, had great conversations about everything from college life in

    Nepal to Indian history, and always had a fallback if I couldnt understand a guest or had to

    deal with a difficult situation. My co-workers had so much to teach me about the hotel, about

    Bangalore, India, and life working in the real world. To make me feel a part of the team

    and let me experience another unique aspect of Indian corporate culture. I had so much fun

    spending time with and getting to know my co- workers that I could not believe how much I

    missed them after the end of the summer.

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    Vivanta By Taj, Whitefield- Leadership Team

    Environment Management

    Sunil Taneja

    General

    Manager

    Ujjawal

    Bhimwal

    F&B

    Manager

    Bharat

    Sigh

    Financial

    Controller

    Mukut

    chakravari

    Sales

    Manager

    Sumit

    Dutta Front

    Office

    Manager

    Kaushalya

    devi

    Executive

    housekeep

    er

    Arjooman

    Irani

    Executive

    Chef

    Neha

    manglik

    L&D

    manager

    Jay Shanker

    Security

    Manager

    Shama

    Bodra

    Human

    Resource

    Manager

    Rajiv Jha

    Material

    Manager

    Shreenivas

    M Chief

    Engineer

    Mr.Sumit

    IT Manager

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    DIFFERENT DEPARTMENT OF VIVANTA BY TAJ

    Front office

    The most in evidence part of the hotel is the front desk where guests can be seated. The front

    desk people duties is Pre-register & register guests and assign guestrooms, Process future

    room reservations, when there is no reservation department or when the reservations

    department is closed .Most of the time the front office people were Coordinate guest services

    and Provide information about the hotel, the surrounding community, and any attractions or

    events of interest to guests. They also receive and handover messages/parcels received for

    guests of the hotel. The front office is controlled by the front office manager Prashant Khanna

    followed by the assistant manager Kashmira Sahu, duty managers, supervisor and other

    staffs. In this department, everystaffs have Self-confidence power, polite phrases, good

    language speech and also grammatically correct language, eye contact, polite expression and

    appropriate body gestures. Calmness to handle comfortably the demands of front office

    operations Ability to remember names and faces Good manners Ready smile Physical fitness

    Quick decision-making ability

    Check-in time: From 02:00 pm

    Check-out time: Until 12:00 pm

    Different sections of Front Office

    Reservations

    Reservationists also process reservations that come through a central reservation system and

    travel agents. Also hotel representatives who typically contact hotels by telephone or use the

    internet. The largest percentage of advance reservations comes into this hotel through direct

    inquiry, either by telephone or the hotels brand website. The remainders are received

    through internet, travel agents, and tour operators More than three fourth of all guests make

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    reservations. These individuals arrange for hotel accommodations through such means as

    direct phone lines, hotel sales, travel agencies, global distribution system etc.

    You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you

    book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed. Your reservation is prepaid and

    is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as

    fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room

    service will be handled directly between you and the property

    Facilitation at Airport

    Responsibility of the Facilitation Staff at the airport is to receive guest and arrange a car for

    airport transfer and disseminating information pertaining to hotel and the city.

    The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or

    check-out.

    Breakfast fee: INR 575 per person (approximately)

    Fee for in-room wireless Internet: INR 250 (for 60 minutes, rates may vary)

    Fee for in-room high-speed Internet (wired): INR 250 (for 60 minutes, rates may

    vary)

    Fee for wireless Internet in all public areas: INR 150 (rates may vary)

    Duty and responsibility at different section of front office department

    Door Attendants

    Opening hotel doors and assisting guests upon arrival

    Helping guests load and unload luggage from vehicles

    Escorting guests to the hotel registration area

    Controlling vehicle traffic flow and safety at the hotel entrance

    Hailing taxis, upon request

    Assisting with valet parking services

    Bell Desk

    Transport guest luggage to and from the guestrooms

    Familiarize guests with the hotels facilities and services, safety features, as well as

    the guestroom and any in-room amenities and facilities

    Provide a safe area for guests requiring temporary luggage storage

    Provide information on hotel services and facilities

    Deliver mail, packages, messages, and special amenities to guestrooms

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    Help guests load and unload their luggage in the absence of a door attendant

    Reception

    The functions of the Reception staff include the following:

    Handling check ins.

    Register and assign guestrooms

    Queuing up the Rooms

    Issuing Room Keys and Key Cards.

    Handle reservation requests

    Handling guest Amenities (PCP)

    Provide information about the hotel, the surrounding community, and any attractions

    or events of interest to guests.

    Issuing of WiFi cards.

    Handle mail and messages received for guests

    Concierge

    Concierges may provide custom services to hotel guests.

    Duties include:

    Making reservations for dining

    Securing tickets for theatre and sporting events

    Arranging for transportation

    Providing information on cultural events and local attractions

    Telephones

    Telephone operators also:

    Take care of guest wake-up calls

    Monitor automated systems (such as fire alarms and paging systems)

    Coordinate emergency communications

    Protect guest privacy and thereby contribute to the hotels security program by not

    divulging guestroom numbers

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    Cashier

    Handling Check outs

    Maintaining guest accounts

    Processing guest bills for the duration of his stay at the time of checkout

    Handling currency exchange

    Handling paid-outs

    Handling allowances

    Handling posting of charges

    Collecting Room Keys and WiFi cards

    Equipments used at the Front Desk

    Swiping machines for credit cards (EDC)

    Manual credit card swiping machines

    Cash counting machines

    Ving card (room key card)

    Photocopier and fax machine

    PMS (computers)

    CUG (Closed User Group)

    Guest Safe deposit Lockers

    Printers (for guest bills, messages etc)

    Swiping machines for credit cards (EDC)

    This is an Electronic machine which works on the Telephone lines. The moment Card

    is swiped the Credit availability is checked by the Credit card Company and

    authorization is given for the swiped amount.

    Example: American Express, Citibank, ICICI, HDFC etc.

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    Manual Credit Card Swiping Machines

    In case the telephone lines are not working or the central processor of the Credit Card

    companies is down for some reason or PMS link failure is there the Manual

    processing of Credit Card is carried out by making a call to the credit card company

    on mobile and an authorization is taken.

    Cash counting machines

    In a hotel in case of large transaction of cash it is useful to have Cash Counting

    Machines which replaces the manual counting and reduces the chances of Short

    Collection, delay in processing the transaction and improving accuracy.

    Ving Card (Room Key)

    The Ving Card are plastic cards with magnetic tape wherein information can be saved

    and whenever the guest swipes the plastic card in the electronic slot adjacent to the

    door, the verification is carried out and the lock latch is released.

    Photocopier and Fax Machine

    Photocopier is a machine which facilitates us to make a true copy of the original

    document in both black white and color.

    Fax machine is a machine which with the help of telephone lines helps us in sending

    messages from one end to the other end by transferring printed data on one end to the

    other end.

    Property Management Systems (PMS - computers)

    At the Cashier counter they use a Property Management System like Fidelio where in

    a guest folio against a room allotted to the guest is opened upon check-in and all the

    transactions involving a sale from various POS is posted and reconciled at the time of

    check out by settling the Bills with one of the mode of payment. PMS also helps us in

    keeping track of all the records for a longer period in smaller space and allows us to

    take backups at the day end and also helps us in easy retrieval from remote access.

    Closed User Groups (CUG)

    Closed User Group on mobiles for Quick communication and the delivery of service

    in all areas. The CUG also helps us in reduction of expense

    The CUG also helps us in sending messages across the mobiles without any surcharge

    up to an agreed number of free messages.

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    Taj Epicure Plan, Epicure plus

    Epicure - A person who enjoys the good things in life especially in food and

    wine

    The Epicure Plan of the Taj InnerCircle is the frequent dining loyalty programme of

    Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces.

    The Epicure Plan membership entitles members to avail of the following benefits at

    restaurants and bars at Taj hotels across India.

    Joining bonus of 50 points of Rs. 500 worth of Food and Beverage

    A selection of exciting gift certificates (All transferable) including 2 x 50% discount

    on rooms transferable certificate (On weekends only, Valid at all Taj Luxury &

    Business Hotels in metro cities), One Certificate for Two for One Drinks (One

    Additional round of Drinks for the same value ordered-Irrespective of the number of

    rounds ordered Not valid on Saturdays), and one certificate offering a 50%

    discount on any buffet meal (Buffet Lunch Only Not valid on Sundays) at

    participating Taj hotels.

    Members earn back 10% of their spends on food & beverages in the form of points,

    each time they dine at participating restaurants in India. These points can be used to

    settle dining and stay bills at participating Taj hotels in India.

    Free couple entry at Taj Night Clubs on Wednesday nights to Blue Bar at Taj West

    End, Bangalore and also at Ahala -The Lounge Bar at Taj Krishna, Hyderabad (At

    Ahala from Sunday to Friday only)

    Priority reservations at Taj restaurants.

    Smart chip based personalized membership card allows members to settle bills for

    dining and stays through accumulated points.

    through the upgraded Silver level status of the Taj InnerCircle membership, which

    includes points each time you stay, priority wait list, 10% discount on Taj Leisure

    Hotels and double occupancy at no extra charge. Other benefits include 10% discount

    on telephone and fax usage, 15% discount on laundry and 20% discount on Business

    Centre services.

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    Housekeeping

    Housekeeping is one the largest department in the hotel. The Term housekeeping refers to

    keeping the house clean, comfortable and safe. It is also synonymous to accommodation for

    people to live in. it is also regarded as the backbone of all the lodging industry, which is

    solely responsible for maintaining a clean hygienic and safe environment for its guests.

    In the condition hotel vivanta by taj the housekeeping is considered the key-supporting

    department that helps in earning major revenue in the hotel. Out of the total earned by hotel

    more than 50%is generated from the sale o rooms alone. Vivanta by Taj offers 170 guest

    rooms and 29 suites with layout options, better space planning and furniture designed for the

    corporate nomad. This hotel also has an individual steam and sauna room for those who want

    to indulge in luxurious body treatments. Wi Fi intenet connection, 5.1 surround sound home

    theatre, LCD television, direct dial phone, tea/ coffeemaker, mini bar, hair dryer, mineral

    water, safety deposit locker and luxury amenities in the washroom are some of the luxuries

    that one could enjoy. And with its artistically ordained walls, stylish furniture and finely

    crafted bathroom amenities.

    The housekeeping department is department consists of an Executive housekeeper Mrs.

    Kaushalya Devi followed by the assistant housekeeper Mr. Sunil and room supervisors, room

    attendants, laundry employees, housekeeping crew etc. An executive housekeeper has the

    responsibility of not only maintaining and cleaning but also training staff and controlling

    large inventories of linens, supplies and equipments. In these hotel supervisors inspects the

    room made by the room attendants. Room attendants are responsible for cleaning the

    guestrooms according to the specified procedures and for maintaining the predetermined lend

    of supplies in the linen closets (pantry) located in each floor. The room attendants were

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    assigned to clean 22 rooms per shift in this hotel. Housekeeping crews maintains the

    cleanliness of the public areas such as lobby, staircases, restaurants, restrooms and windows.

    Most of the housekeeping crews in this hotel were contract based staffs.

    TARIFF

    SUPERIOR CHARM IC 6699

    DELUXE DELIGHT IC 7000

    PREMIUM INDULGENCE IC 13999

    DELUXE ALLURE SUITE IC 14000

    LOFT SUITE IC 26999

    PREMIUM TEMPTATION SUITE IC 27000

    PRESIDENTIAL NIRVANA SUITE IC 45000

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    My duty and responsibility at housekeeping department

    1. Enters and prepares the room for cleaning.

    2. Makes bed.

    3. Dusts the room and furniture.

    4. Replenishes guestroom and bath supplies.

    5. Cleans the bathroom.

    6. Cleans the closet.

    7. Vacuums and racks the carpet.

    8. Checks and secures the rooms.

    9. Replenish amenities according to the operational standards.

    10. Ensure security of guest rooms and privacy of guests

    11. Perform rotation cleaning duties (e.g. spring cleaning, super cleaning etc.) as required.

    12. Cleans guest bathroom/bed room/floor corridor.

    13. Responsible for replenishment of guest complimentary water.

    14. Responsible for the Hotel property in the work area.

    15. Allow to enter in guestrooms for cleaning and providing turndown services as per

    requirement.

    16. Responsible for following the standard operating procedures.

    Different types of rooms and amenities at vivanta by taj

    SUPERIOR CHARM

    Elegantly styled and well appointed, Superior Charm are

    327 square feet in space. Modern marble flooring.

    Recessed lighting. Fully wired with high bandwidth Wi-Fi

    to keep you connected. 5.1 surround sound home theatre ,

    rain showers, teak wood beds, a 32 inch LCD TV. Also

    Internet protocol phones, Interactive T V and a Multi

    Media panel. Crisp.

    SUPERIOR CHARM AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Superior Charm - 327 sq ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, and hair drier

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    Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers. Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies) Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on reques

    DELUXE DELIGHT

    The discerning love to look out. And Deluxe Delight rooms

    have more than just a business outlook. Deluxe Delight

    rooms offer a view of the buzzing International Technology

    Park, Bangalore. 327 sq ft fully wired with high bandwidth

    Wi-Fi to keep you well connected. 5.1 surround sound home

    theatre , rain showers, teak wood beds, a 32 inch LCD TV.

    Also Internet protocol phones, Interactive T V and a Multi

    Media panel. Capturing the tech buzz. In your silent space.

    DELUXE DELIGHT AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Deluxe Delight - 327 sq ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, and hair drier Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers.

    Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies) Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on request

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    PREMIUM INDULGENCE

    Premium Indulgence rooms have a spectacular view of the

    Poolside and the Tennis courts. Where you see stone, green

    and sky punctuated by cool blue water. Spread over 327 sq ft,

    fully wired with high bandwidth Wi-Fi to keep you well

    connected. 5.1 surround sound home theatre , rain showers,

    teak wood beds, a 32 inch LCD TV. Also Internet protocol

    phones, Interactive T V and a Multi Media panel. Sink in style.

    PREMIUM INDULGENCE AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Premium Indulgence -327 sq. ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, and hair drier Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers. Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies)

    Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on request Access to Rhythm Lounge SPA voucher worth Rs. 500/- per stay (To be used against treatments only) Happy Hours at the Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 24 Hr Wifi at Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 2 hours usage of Meeting Rooms Agenda/Oval (On availability) Complimentary Tea/Coffee and Cookies at Rhythm lounge during operating hours Complimentary pressing

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    DELUXE ALLURE SUITE

    Feel right at home. Deluxe Allure Suites are spacious, with over

    400 sq ft of space, combining a living room with a two seater

    sofa, a three seater dining table, and a coffee table. Swivel the

    LCD TV between the living room and the bedroom. Add to that

    an inviting shower stall that overlooks the king sized bed. The

    suites overlook the inviting pool and the tennis court. Marble

    flooring, recessed down lighting a 32 inch LCD TV, teak wood

    beds, Internet protocol phones, Interactive TV and a Multi

    Media panel are some of the added features, along with a

    Biometric safe that reads fingerprints.

    DELUXE ALLURE SUITE AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Deluxe Allure Suite - 400 sq ft (radial) and 447 sq ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, and hair drier Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers. Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies)

    Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on request Access to Rhythm Lounge SPA voucher worth Rs. 500/- per stay (To be used against treatments only) Happy Hours at the Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 24 Hr Wifi at Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 2 hours usage of Meeting Rooms Agenda/Oval (On availability) Complimentary Tea/Coffee and Cookies at Rhythm lounge during operating hours Complimentary pressing

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    LOFT SUITE

    Ah! Now this is a two level surprise. You enter from the level

    above, into the living room, and step down to the bedroom on

    the first. To complement the perfect living room setting, the

    Loft Suite accommodates a well equipped kitchenette. 925 sq

    ft loaded with high tech gadgets and pampering creature

    comforts. The bedroom stretches 398 sq ft and the living room

    spans a comfortable 538 sq ft. Lush.

    LOFT SUITE AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Loft Suite - 925 sq. ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, and hair drier Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers. Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies)

    Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on request Access to Rhythm Lounge SPA voucher worth Rs. 500/- per stay (To be used against treatments only) Happy Hours at the Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 24 Hr Wifi at Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 2 hours usage of Meeting Rooms Agenda/Oval (On availability) Complimentary Tea/Coffee and Cookies at Rhythm lounge during operating hours Complimentary pressing

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    PREMIUM TEMPTATION SUITE

    Just when you thought it couldn't get better, we've made it

    seamless. 770 sq ft of luxury marked out just for you with

    features that include a seamlessly integrated kitchenette, a sleek

    living room, a king sized bed and special lighting. View the

    serene swimming pool and the tennis court. The suites have a

    well appointed living room with a three seater sofa, three seater

    dining table, coffee table, TV console and floor rug. Very hard

    to resist.

    PREMIUM TEMPTATION SUITE AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Premium Temptation Suite - 770 sq. ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, hair drier and scale Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers. Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies)

    Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on request Access to Rhythm Lounge SPA voucher worth Rs. 500/- per stay (To be used against treatments only) Happy Hours at the Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 24 Hr Wifi at Rhythm Lounge Complimentary 2 hours usage of Meeting Rooms Agenda/Oval (On availability) Complimentary Tea/Coffee and Cookies at Rhythm lounge during operating hours Complimentary pressing

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    PRESIDENTIAL NIRVANA SUITE

    Presidential Nirvana Suite. Stretching over two levels. 970 sq

    ft houses a living and dining room with the entrance on the

    first floor and a bedroom with Brazilian teak flooring on the

    ground floor. Enjoy the finest view of the pool. That's when

    you are not distracted by the luxury within. This is it.

    Complete.

    PRESIDENTIAL NIRVANA SUITE AMENITIES AT A GLANCE

    Presidential Nirvana Suite - 970 sq. ft Ergonomically designed study table and chair Interactive Television - 32" LCD TV screen with home theatre system and surround sound

    to personalize your entertainment Internet Protocol telephone Bathrooms with shower cubicles (rain shower) and toilet area Bath amenities are Forest Essentials made from natural ingredients 100% cotton robes Egyptian cotton towels Wall-mounted makeup mirror, hair drier and scale Electronic safe High Bandwidth wireless Internet (usage fee applies) Complimentary personal tea/coffee makers, mineral water & newspapers.

    Use of pool, fitness centre and wet areas of the Jiva spa Treat Yourself cabinet with a selection of health drinks, snacks, chocolate treats and

    beverages (charge applies) Rest Easy menu with choice of pillows, yoga kit, aromatic diffuser 24-hour in room dining Non-smoking rooms available Housekeeping service twice daily - morning cleaning and evening turndown Rollaway beds and cribs available on request Access to Rhythm Lounge

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    Latitude

    Terracotta

    Caramel

    Tease bar

    Room service

    Banquet

    Food and beverage service department

    Food and beverage department occupies an integral place in any hotel industry. It plays a

    vital role in the profitable process of the hotel business. It provides varieties of prepared food

    and beverage in an appropriate hospitality manner through its outlets/unites to the

    distinguished guests.

    The main aim of the food and beverage department of this hotel is to achieve guest

    satisfaction and thereby increase the revenue of the hotel. At vivanta by taj hotel the service

    offered by this department plays an important role in achieving good relations with guests,

    management and public. This department consists of food and beverage manager Mr. Ujjwal

    plays vital role in the smooth functioning of food and beverage service with the channels of

    chefs, restaurant manager, cost controller bar, manager, banquet manager ,kitchen

    stewarding, captain and waiters.

    Dining Between casual all-day eateries and formal fine dining joints, you can look forward to great

    new culinary surprises at Vivanta. Plunge into a distinctive dining experience as you explore

    the finest cuisines from India and beyond. You'll be treated to traditional as well as

    contemporary favourites, as you please. So you can feel at home

    There are total 6 food and beverage service outlets. They are:

    1. Latitude

    2. Terracotta

    3. Caramel

    4. Tease bar

    5. Room service

    6. Banquet

    Tango1 & 2 the

    Banquet Hall

    Agenda

    Oval

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    My duty and responsibility at food & beverage service department 1. Before service:

    Inspects tables in assigned station for cleanliness, serviceability and correct set-up.

    Checks and, if necessary, replenishes side-station with sufficient equipment to

    ensure smooth service, within the station.

    Arrange any buffet tables with clean linen and skirt.

    Checks and cleans menus, beverage lists.

    2. Has a thorough knowledge of the menu.

    3. Has a thorough knowledge of all equipments crockery glassware and cutlery, used

    in the restaurant.

    4. Knows the various napkin folds used in the restaurant.

    5. Knows how to set up a table and re-set a table after use.

    6. Knows how to present wine to a guest and open.

    7. Knows which items are unavailable on the menu and which items have to be

    pushed.

    8. Assists in the seating of guests arriving at the table. Greet arriving guests in a pleasant

    manner and begin correct sequence of service.

    9. Learn how take order faster and correctly.

    10. Serves beverages to guests.

    11. Take dishes from the kitchen and place dishes to the side station, according to

    instructions or under supervision of the Restaurant Manager and serves directly to

    guests.

    12. To ensure always, that the correct dish is served to a guest where multiple orders

    have been placed.

    13. Clear table after completion of each dish or, at end of meal, after all guests have

    finished eating dish/meal.

    14. Light cigarettes and change ashtrays, as necessary.

    15. Observes equipment on side station during service and replenish items when

    necessary to maintain standard of service.

    16. After guests depart, clear, clean and re-set the table before the next guest arrives.

    17. At end of service, set-up tables and station, if required, for next meal service.

    18. Check cruets and replenish as necessary.

    19. Clear table accessories, to side station, as necessary.

    20. Collect soiled linen and prepare to exchange at laundry.

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    Latitude - The All Day Diner

    24-hour dining with attitude

    Latitude means the distance of a place north or south of the equator. Which is located at the

    Lobby level, Latitude, the hip 24-hour All-Day Diner at the Vivanta, spoils you for choice

    with a fascinating range of world cuisines. Soak in the ambience. Soothing earth tones with

    splashes of color, trendy furnishings, open interactive kitchens and artistic food presentations,

    all combine to create an attractive and contemporary look. Indoors, display kitchen counters,

    mood lighting, eclectic world music and a hi-definition TV complete the modern all-day

    dining experience.

    Cuisine: Latitude is a world cuisine restaurant where guests are offered various special dishes

    from around the globe. All Day Dining, Caf, Coffee Shop, Contemporary, Continental,

    Indian, International, Mediterranean, Multi Cuisine, Snacks & Beverages, South East

    Asian,Western.In this modern eclectic atmosphere, with its informal inside-outside air, dig

    into a gluttony of treats all day long. Besides the go-to snacks and refreshments, there are also

    ready-to-go treats for those on the run, wellness fare, gluten-free goodies and dairy-free

    delights for health nuts and a comfort-food menu to pick you up. If youve got time on your

    hands theres also a bunch of fun ways to spend it.

    The restaurant offered global Ever Changing Brunch at latitude on every Sunday.

    This restaurant has the cover of 78 people at a time. Here the guests are offered with buffet as

    well as ala carte service. This restaurant also provides take away service to the guests. The

    staffs are well groomed and knowledgeable in this restaurant. This restaurant is open for 24

    hours. These restaurants use Snowman POS system and make the sales of approximately 1.5

    lakh in a regular operating hour. This restaurant is headed by the restaurant manager Mr. Ron

    followed by the supervisor and staffs.

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    CUISINES

    Asian (Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Singaporean, Malaysian, Vietnamese)

    Mediterranean (Italian, Spanish, Turkish, Lebanese, Greek and Moroccan)

    Indian (Favorites from Moplah, Andhra, Karnataka

    BUFFET RATE

    Rs. 664Breakfast (Mon-Sat)

    Rs. 950Lunch (Mon-Thu)

    Rs. 1150Lunch (Fri)

    SUNDAY BRUNCH RATE

    12:00 pm to 03:30 pm on Sundays

    Rs. 1550(with mock tails, juices & aerate)

    Rs. 2100(with IMFL drinks& cocktails)

    Rs. 2400(with Champagne)

    Rs. 750(Kids (5-10 Years))

    (Note: Cash and Credit Cards accepted)

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    Terracotta - The Indian Restaurant

    Earthiness in its element

    Terracotta is a fine dining restaurant where the typical North West frontier Indian cuisines are

    served. The meaning of Terracotta is Reddish brown clay that has been baked but not

    glazed, used for making pots here you can see the same clay that has been used in oven

    surface. Terracotta brings together the out-of-this-world taste of Indian cuisine garnished with

    traditional Indian hospitality. Choose between indoor and outside seating that combine the

    elements starting from earth itself. This restaurant has the cover of 102 people at a time. This

    restaurant offers platter service to the guests. This restaurant operates 12:30 for lunch and 7

    pm to 11pm for dinner. Terracotta uses Snowman POS system and makes the sales of

    approximately 2 to 3 lakh in an regular operating hour. You can enjoy your dinner in the

    restaurant, in a peaceful private dining room or out on the patio. Sink into an original

    experience at Terracotta, the modern urban Indian restaurant. Combining the contemporary

    with the earthiness of real Indian cooking delights

    This Indian Specialty restaurant which features real Indian cuisine with regional influences

    has been designed as a modern and urban outlet. The action stations and open interactive

    kitchens provide for a unique dining experience. A fine blend of dishes cooked in different

    ways - Indian breads, meats and vegetables cooked either in the oven or grilled on an open

    fire. Also stir fried preparations. As well as traditional Indian curries and gravies.

    Hours: Lunch: 12:00 pm - 2:45 pm, Dinner: 7:00 pm - 11:15 pm

    Reservations: Recommended

    Average Check: Rs 850

    Seating Capacity: 102 covers (76 indoor)

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    Tease - The high energy bar

    Hear the buzz of life

    The meaning tease is to laugh at sad and make jokes about them .Tease bar is a public bar

    which operates from 3 pm to 12 am. Tease, the high energy zone unleashes a display of liquid

    refreshments to reduce your desire for life. Located above the lobby level, Tease has a

    reflective water body and open air seating. Making it an ideal after hours lounge. And

    offering a dramatic view of the Tech Park and landscaped lawns on either side. The tease bar

    is fashionable interiors because you realize its diverse style. Here you can feel good to the

    wide range of world music handpicked by the resident DJ or find inner peace in the openness

    of landscaped gardens with a meandering water body. A happy hour period are also held at

    Tease bar to attract the guests in happy hour time guests can get discount on particular food.

    The bar generated revenue around 90, thousand in a regular operating hour. Every Friday live

    band performance is held for the guests entertainment as well as to attract the local guests.

    Here you can try the amazing Asian grills, tapas and finger food. Relishes of vegetables and

    dips for the health conscious. Sample the mix of signature cocktails, premium spirits and

    cocktails made with fruits and enhanced with our innovative mixes. The named of cocktail

    after one of their much loved long staying guests.

    Mix biz with fun. It's worth many a repeat.

    Hours: 3:00 pm to 12:00 am

    Average Check: Rs 725

    Seating Capacity: 66 covers

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    Caramel - The Deli

    The colour of indulgence

    Caramel provides another unique sensual experience. The heady smell of coffee and freshly

    baked bread, cold cuts, cheeses and meats will tell you that you're in the right place. And

    once you've tasted from a wide variety of frappes, smoothies, delicious sandwiches,

    delectable deserts, homemade ice creams, chocolates and nutritious salads.

    Caramel, the deli manages to excite and satisfy them all. With outdoor seating designed to

    capture panoramic views of the Tech Park and the hotel itself, you can enjoy the well

    Bangalore climate.

    Hours: 2:00 pm to 12:00 am

    Average Check: Rs 625

    Seating Capacity: 30 covers

    Cuisines

    Live stations

    Variety of imported cheeses and cold cuts

    Freshly baked cookies, breads and breakfast rolls

    Frappes and smoothies

    Homemade ice creams and chocolates

    Tango - The Banquet Hall Stay in control

    The banquet halls Tango 1 & 2 integrate style, energy and elegance. All in about 5500 sq ft

    (4000 sq ft inside and 1500 sq ft of hallway area).

    On the technical front, soundproof partitioning provides multi function capability. The music

    system includes wall mounted, high-powered cube speakers and sub woofers powered by

    independent amplifiers mounted on moveable racks. Microphones, mood lighting and remote

    controlled, pull-down screens and floor-concealed, audio/visual switch boxes, all ensure that

    Vivanta by Taj - Whitefield, Bangalore, provides hosts with the latest and greatest technology

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    that they can operate via a control panel for perfect adjustments during the event.

    Tango has been contemporarily designed integrating style and elegance. The hall gives a

    sense of space by incorporating an element of natural light in the pre function and circulation

    areas and a greater height from floor to ceiling.

    Different seating style and size of banquet hall

    Tango

    2

    Tango

    1

    Tango Length Breadth Height

    Classroom 75 30 100 Tango 85 Feet 48 Feet 17

    Feet

    Sit Down 80 45 175 Tango

    1

    30 Feet 48 Feet 17

    Feet

    Theatre 200 100 350 Tango

    2

    55 Feet 48 Feet 17

    Feet

    U Shape 60 30 80

    Boardroom 75 25 90

    Casual 250 150 450

    Agenda Ready for business

    the boardroom, Agenda, is quite literally the next best office space to your own. Amidst a

    stylish and modern ambience, this 49 sq. mt. space boasts of some hi-tech capabilities. It

    contains a U Shape table thats designed to comfortably accommodate 16-18 guests. Geared

    with a 63-inch LCD screen and advanced audio systems, its fully equipped for those high-

    powered meetings and video conferences. All in all, a highly competent business destination

    that's ready to roll, 24x7.

    Oval - The business Center offers two meeting rooms. One room that can accommodate 6 pax

    and the second one can accommodate 8 pax

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    FORM, FORMATS & REGISTER USED IN DEPARTMENT LOG BOOK

    It is a very important register as it is the communication between two consecutive shifts. All

    necessary and important information to be passed to the next shift is recorded in this book.

    Food & Beverage sales figures are also mentioned in it for the shift.

    1. SALES SUMMARY REGISTER

    This is a register in which a record if projected sales and actual sales is maintains.

    It has separate columns for food, beverage, total sales, number of covers sold and

    suggestions. The Food & Beverage Manager everyday signs it.

    2. LINEN BOOK

    It is a small book maintained to keep record of linen exchanged of the outlet. Every

    shift the soiled linen is sorted counted and sent for exchange and corresponding

    entries are made in the book.

    3. REPAIR ORDER BOOK

    This book is maintained to record the maintenance work required to be carried out by

    the Engineering department. All kinds of complaints like electrical, carpentry; paint

    touch-ups etc. are recorded in this.

    4. MATERIAL REQUISITION BOOK

    The MR book is maintained to acquire things like stationary like pens, pads,

    envelopes, toothpicks etc. from the stores.

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    Supporting department

    Cost centers are those hotel divisions which supports the hotel indirectly to generate the

    revenue. These divisions include:

    Sales and marketing Sales and marketing in Vivanta by Taj consists director of sales Mr. Mukut

    Chakravarti followed by the staffs. The role of this department is to keep the rooms in

    the hotel occupied at the right price and with the right mix of guests. This department

    contacts the group and individuals. This department does the following activity:

    Contacts the groups and individual

    Advertise about the hotel in radio, television, internet and in print.

    Creates direct mail and public relation campaigns.

    Participate in trade shows.

    Visit travel agents

    Participate in community activities

    On average this hotel spends approximately 5 percent of sales on these kinds

    of efforts.

    Engineering Engineering division takes care of the physical plant and controls energy costs. It is

    responsible for heating and air conditioning systems and the systems that distribute

    electricity, steam and water throughout the property. There are several types of

    engineer in this hotel to accomplish various tasks such as electrician, plumbers,

    carpenters, painters, refrigeration and air conditioning engineers etc. This division is

    headed by a chief engineer Mr. Shreenivas.

    Accounting The hotels accounting division is responsible to track the up to date business

    transactions occurred in the hotel. This division does the following works:

    Forecasting and budgeting

    Managing what the hotel owns and what money is due from guests.

    Controlling cash

    Controlling costs in all areas of the hotel revenue centers as well as cost centers and

    payroll.

    Keeping records, preparing financial statements and reports for management.

    The accounting division interacts with all of a hotels revenue and cost division.

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    Human resource The human resource division manager employs from internal as well as external

    source in case the property needs the employees to fill the certain position. It also

    trains the employees those who are new to the property. They also motivate, reward,

    discipline and develop, promote and communicate with all the employees of the hotel.

    This department is headed by Miss Shama Bodra.

    Security Security division personnel in Vivanta by Taj were mostly trained in civil and

    criminal law. They used to work closely with local police and fire departments to

    ensure that all regulations pertaining to hotels are enforced. Security in this hotel used

    to give attention in protecting the hotels property, guests as well as the staffs

    especially lady staffs. This department is headed by a chief security manager Mr. Jay

    shankar followed by assistant manager Miss Machoma.

    These were the general information about the hotel departments among which I

    worked in some departments like front office, housekeeping and service. I enjoyed

    working in these departments and the hotel staffs appreciated my work in the food and

    beverage department, so for me everything is memorable since the first day of

    working in the hotel to the end of the day in the hotel.

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    CONCLUSION

    It was a complete useful experience working at the Vivanta By Taj. The friendly Welcoming

    staff and the space they have created for a trainee/intern allowed me with full opportunities to

    learn and know myself as a worker. This experience brought out my strength and also the

    areas I needed to make up. It added more confidence to my Professional approach built a

    stronger positive attitude and taught me how to work in Team as a player. The primary

    objective of an internship is to gather a real life working experience and put their theoretical

    knowledge in practice. This was my first real experience to work in a 5 star deluxe property. I

    was quiet nervous about it. During my 6 months of training I have developed a lot of

    confidence and courage in this industry.

    My experience at the hotel was highly educative one. I went to different departments of the

    hotel and got a lot of varied experience. I worked in the three departments of the hotel: -

    Housekeeping department, Food and Beverage Service department and Front Office

    department. In all these departments I get to learn many things which will be helpful for me

    in my future.

    I also learned the values and importance of this industry and experienced that this is much

    superior field than most of the other field during my training. As a human being, I noticed

    many changes in my attitude. I am more confident and more likely to do any work now.

    During my training, I thoroughly enjoyed the challenges that came along every single day. I

    learned that this is just the beginning of the road and I have to travel a long distance to be a

    successful person in this field. But I must say that this experience will prove an objective in

    my career in the hotel industry.