Tony Elenis

First hospitality job:

Stewarding (Dishwasher)

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Age you started working in hospitality:

18 years old, in my first hotel. 

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Your inspiration to begin working in hospitality:

Student Job.

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My hospitality mentor:

In my early years Peter Papoulas, General Manager. He thought of his employees as family and had a real focus on excellence in guest attention.

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What are your favourite aspects of your job?

Over the years it was the fun aspects with fellow employees and working with people. Rewarding development.

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What has inspired you to continue your career path in hospitality?

I fell in love with food and beverage as well as developing my management style.

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Advice for students interested in a career in hospitality:
Patience and go that extra mile. You will be greatly rewarded.