{"id":6316,"date":"2023-09-21T12:07:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-21T10:07:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/?p=6316"},"modified":"2023-09-21T12:07:26","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T10:07:26","slug":"the-power-of-mentorship-in-the-hospitality-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/the-power-of-mentorship-in-the-hospitality-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"The power of mentorship in the hospitality industry"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Blog Section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Introduction %911%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Every year the JHP Gourmet Guide\u2122 acknowledges a worthy role model and mentor. In 2023, Chef Harald Bresselschmidt of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/restaurants\/aubergine-restaurant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aubergine<\/a> (a restaurant that has held its own in the culinary world for 27 years) was the Haute Performance Pillar winner. 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font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CD1CIyrpMvL\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Aubergine Restaurant Cape Town (@auberginecapetown)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Blockquote %912%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Mentors are essential in this gruelling industry that we call hospitality, as many people enter without qualifications. \u2013 Jenny<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Introduction %913%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Armed with a good attitude they can learn the skills along the way, but there\u2019s nothing more valuable than enlisting the insights of a worthy mentor.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Introduction %914%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>For me, the joy of interviewing chefs is discovering who shaped them along the way. Mentors are sometimes consciously chosen and, in other instances, it is from afar and they may not know who or how many people they have influenced.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;What to look for in a mentor&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;What to look for in a mentor %911%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>What to look for in a mentor<\/h4>\n<hr>\n<p>It\u2019s interesting that when choosing a mentor, we usually request support from someone with whom we have a strong rapport when, in actual fact, we grow more when guided by someone who challenges us and pushes our buttons!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Blockquote %912%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>When choosing a mentor, find someone who challenges you. \u2013 Jenny<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/8.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;8&#8243; title_text=&#8221;8&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Image %911%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; enable_caption_text=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;How to acquire a mentor&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;How to acquire a mentor %911%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>How to acquire a mentor<\/h4>\n<hr>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Make a formal, tangible request.<\/strong> Outline what you wish to learn and your expectations of the relationship. Be as specific as possible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Outline your timeline.<\/strong> Mentors may be reluctant to give support unless they know how much of their time and expertise will be required. Be prepared to discuss how long you would like the mentoring relationship to last.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t be afraid.<\/strong> Don\u2019t fear approaching someone who has a public profile. If you admire someone&#8217;s work, reach out to them and see if they would be willing to be your mentor. Helping others in their career is a privilege, not a chore.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.dineplan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/9.png&#8221; alt=&#8221;9&#8243; title_text=&#8221;9&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;Image %912%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; enable_caption_text=&#8221;on&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;Practical tips for getting the most out of your mentorship&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; collapsed=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Practical tips for getting the most out of your mentorship %911%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h4>Practical tips for getting the most out of your mentorship<\/h4>\n<hr>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Define your goals.<\/strong> Outline your career goals, your strengths and your challenges. Once you have a clear understanding of your career goals, you can start to look for a mentor who can help you reach them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Find the right mentor.<\/strong> Decide which qualities and skills you need to hone, and then decide who the right mentor will be. It is preferable to request guidance from someone who is easily accessible or in your organisation, for ease of contact.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Set clear expectations and be open and honest.<\/strong> Once you\u2019ve found a potential mentor, reach out to them and explain why you are interested in having them as a mentor. Explain what you are looking to improve and accomplish. Be brave and show your vulnerability, as only with honesty will the relationship flourish. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Be proactive.<\/strong> Structure bi-weekly or monthly meetings that focus on a specific challenge or facet of your growth, and start each meeting with feedback and constructive criticism. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Be grateful.<\/strong> At the end of the set period, thank your mentor for their time, guidance and advice. Then go on your way and make your mentor proud! <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Practical tips for getting the most out of your mentorship %912%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||true|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>My first mentor was Ina Paarman who was one of my lecturers when I was studying Food &#038; Clothing Technology. I worked part-time in her business when she was running it from her garage. It\u2019s now a global business and a household name. I learnt not only practical skills but also integrity, work ethic and respect. <\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Blockquote %913%93&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.22.1&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>If you are established in your career and can share leadership skills, I encourage you to become a mentor. 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