Discover Best Tips on Writing a Resume for HRM Graduates (With Samples)

The hospitality industry is booming in the Philippines despite the pandemic, and each year fresh graduates are wondering what to include in hotel and restaurant management (HRM) resumes. 

If you are looking for tips on how to write a resume for an HRM graduate, keep on reading for sample resumes that you can use to apply for jobs here and abroad. 

Are HRM Jobs In Demand?

Hospitality is a significant value of Filipino culture, and the Philippines is a country that prides itself on being one of the world’s best tourist destinations. The country has a vibrant hotel and restaurant industry. Pre-pandemic, the Philippine hospitality industry generated about P2.2 trillion, or 12.7% of the nation’s GDP, in 2019. 

Naming one segment of the industry as an example, hotels in the Philippines made $1.13 billion in revenue in 2021, according to Statista. This figure is expected to rise to $2.1 billion by 2026. 

The skills learned by HRM graduates equip them to work anywhere in the world, giving them options and flexibility in carving out a career. But before applying, you need to write a winning resume that will attract the attention of a hirer. 

Also read: Want To Get Hired? Follow These Sample Resume Formats For Fresh Graduates

The Elements of a Good HRM Resume

It is targeted. 

To make yourself stand out from among the candidates, read the job listing carefully about what they are looking for in an employee. What is the job description? What are the tasks? Tailor-fit your resume to each job that you are applying for, highlighting your skills and experience that are relevant to those positions.

It is short and to the point.

Unless they specifically ask for a curriculum vitae (CV), which summarizes your entire professional life, resumes for HRM graduates are preferably short. Keep it to one page if you haven’t had much work experience, two at the most for those with more. The hiring manager is likely to be going through many applications, so make it easy for them to find the information they need. 

Also read: CV vs Resume: A Foolproof Guide to Knowing When to Use Which

It has a career objective statement. 

Hotel and restaurant management objectives in a resume are a short introduction of yourself and your career goals. They are useful for those with little to no work experience, such as fresh graduates.

Don’t write the usual boring cliches such as: “I’m a team player who is highly motivated and eager to learn new things.” Instead, be honest and authentic. Bring out your own individual voice and customize this part according to the requirements in the job listing.  

Indicate the role you’re applying for, two to three key skills, and what you want to achieve in the job. For example: “Hotel and restaurant management cum laude graduate with proven cooking and baking skills seeks a sous chef position at XYZ Restaurant. Eager to provide support in a kitchen or service setting as the restaurant expands its branches.”

Also read: Writing an Effective Resume Objective: 5 Ways to Do It

It has a list of work experiences and seminars attended. 

If you are a fresh graduate, you can mention your internship and the responsibilities you handled and the new skills you learned there. Add any part-time work experience, and experiences in hospitality such as catering or events management even if they are for friends and family. Perhaps you helped a cousin plan and cater her debut party, or baked cakes and cookies at home to sell.   

For the seminars attended, list only those that are HRM-related and provide the seminar or conference theme, date, and venue. Be ready to provide proof of attendance, if required by the hiring manager. 

It uses bullet points instead of a long narrative.

Don’t write long descriptions of your previous jobs; instead, focus on your most important responsibilities and achievements. Don’t write long narratives; make your resume easier to read with bullet points of your main responsibilities. Include only the experiences relevant to the job you are applying for. 

For example:

Service Crew Supervisor

Burger Bee / August 2022 to present

• Supervises a team of five on the night shift
• Trains new hires
• Manages supplies inventory and order sheet

It includes your qualifications and certifications.

In this section, list the degrees and certifications you’ve earned. Add specialized trainings such as barista and events management courses as well as relevant trainings such as first aid and CPR courses. 

And, although they may not be directly related, include courses such as social media management and leadership trainings. Hirers want to see a holistic picture and get an idea of what other roles and responsibilities they may assign you within the organization.

It has a section on personal skills and interests.

Fresh HRM graduates will benefit from adding their interests and hobbies to their resume when they have little to no work experience. Place this at the bottom of your resume. While it may be tempting to pad out this section, include only what’s most relevant to the job that you are applying for.

Under Personal Skills, highlight organizational, communication, and leadership skills. The first is to help with the management and maintenance of the establishment. Applicants who can show above-average communication skills are highly sought-after because front-desk and guest-facing employees are the ones who interact with guests. And leadership and problem-solving skills signal to the hirer that you can be relied upon to step up under stressful situations.

Also read: Listing Your Special Interests and Hobbies on Your Resume—Yes or No?

It is well-written, free of typos and grammatical errors.

In addition to incorporating the above elements into your resume, make sure your resume is free of grammatical and typographical errors. Ask a friend to check your draft for the mistakes you may have missed. A resume conveys the first impression you’ll give to a hirer; make it count! 

Sample Resume for Hotel and Restaurant Management Fresh Graduates

ELEANOR M. STRADA

#143 Heart St.

Balagtas, Bulacan

0999-000-0000

Career Objective: Highly-motivated hotel and restaurant management graduate with experience in catering and event management seeks to join ABC Events Venue as a banquet coordinator. Eager to provide exciting and memorable experiences to guests in busy and dynamic environments.

Work Experience:

Children’s Party Event Planner

Home Business / May 2022 to present

• Plans birthday and baptism/confirmation parties for children
• Manages décor, entertainment, and catering
• Hosts programs during events 

Managing Editor of Pacesetter, Official Student Publication of Bulacan State University / 2020-2022

• Organized and managed editorial staff for every issue
• Ensured office is well-stocked with supplies
• Coordinated with printers to get best rates for the publication

Qualifications:

• BS in Hotel and Restaurant Management (2018-2022), Bulacan State University, Malolos City – consistent Dean’s Lister
• “Barista Basics” Course, Coffee Academy, May 16, 2022, Meycauayan City, Bulacan (with recognition for ‘Best in Latte Art’)

Seminars and Conferences Attended:

• 22nd General Assembly and Hotel Troubleshooting Workshop

Hotel and Restaurant Association of the Philippines (HRAP)

August 12-15, 2022 / held online via Zoom

• “On the Changing Landscape of the Hotel and Restaurant Administration Culture,”

Council of Hotel and Restaurant Educators of the Philippines (CHREP)

October 12-14, 2022 / Marco Polo Ortigas, Pasig City

Personal Skills and Interests:

Personal Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Canva, Photoshop, Adobe Premiere 
• Adept in social media management and content creation
• Speaks Filipino, English, and Hiligaynon
• Types at 70 wpm

Personal Interests:

• Member of “Handa Bata,” a charity organization that donates school supplies to children of public elementary schools
• Video blogger of food reviews and writes short articles and other content for my Facebook Page and Youtube channel “Hanap Sarap”

Also read:

Want To Get Hired? Follow These Sample Resume Formats For Fresh Graduates

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Find Your Dream HRM Jobs

Now that you know how to create a smashing, attention-grabbing resume, start looking for HRM opportunities on JobStreet! Check out our resume templates for more ideas. 

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