The Working World

So I have officially started my internship with Marriott International. I am working in the restaurant and bar area, and have even been able to help out with a few banqueting events. My first day was Wednesday, and I can't tell you how nervous I was heading to my job. I had no clue what to expect and didn't even know if I would even be able to communicate with the people I was working with. When I finally arrived at the hotel, I went to the locker room to put away all my things and was immediately greeted by one of the housekeepers. She didn't speak any English but wrapped me in one of the biggest hugs I have ever received and started saying something, which I am going to guess meant something like "welcome" or "nice to meet you." This made me feel instantly better. One of the restaurant managers, Steffan is the one who is mainly in charge of telling me what to do. He so sweet, and is constantly concerned with how I am doing and always makes sure that everything is ok. I've really enjoyed working with him. When I got there everyone went around and told me who they were and a little bit about themselves. They are all very nice, which I was extremely relieved about.

I have either been working from 4:30 pm-midnight or 5:30 pm-1 am and for the first few nights of work I have just been learning the basics of the restaurant and bar. I have learned how to set the tables for breakfast and dinner, how to make a few drinks at the bar, the table numbers, etc. The highlight thus far was when I was able to work a wedding last Saturday night. Anyone that knows me knows my obsession with weddings, so i was ecstatic that i was just able to see it in action. I have also been waiting on tables, which brings me back to my days at Pigs-r-Us when I was a waitress there. I miss you, my pig-r-us family (and cant wait to come home and get some of that delicious bbq)!!! 

On Monday and Tuesday Steffan was not there to give me tasks to do, and I have to say, work was not nearly as enjoyable without him. Yesterday I had the day off and took the train into Nice. There, I did a little shopping, had lunch outside at a cafe, and did some reading on the beach. It was nice to have the day to just relax and do whatever I wanted. 

The downfall about all of this has been that Meghan and I hardly ever get to see each other because our schedules are the exact opposite (she works morning and I work nights), and we haven't had a day off together yet. Hopefully that will change though. 

Well it is about time for me to head off to work, so I will keep you posted with more details later!