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Modern apprenticeships 5

UK restaurants hope a relaunched training and qualifications system will help them woo young talent into the industry

Licensed to succeed 9

Pubs and bars are booming. Don't miss out on all the new jobs being created

Check out hotels 15

Fast-track graduate schemes are one initiative from hotel employers

no longer the ugly sister 19

Contract catering is shaking off its poor image, and rapid promotion is on the table for able staff

Fast Forward 25

The new graduate recruitment fairs offer everything you need to know in one place

Choosing your college 27

Finding the right course is crucial. But where do you start?

Irish tiger 29

Ireland's economy and its tourist industry are growing, so hospitality employers are always on the lookout for new staff

School for chefs 33

Competition to get into chef schools is tough. We go behind the scenes at the Paul Heathcote School of Excellence

Spreading the word 36

Springboard was set up to promote careers in hospitality. This is what it offers

Beating technology 39

How computers are playing a growing part in recruitment

Out to impress 40

How to make the best possible impression at your interview

Guide to COLLEGES AND courses 41

A-Z of HOSPITALITY 64