V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education: From the Eyes of Mr. Sebastian Breitinger
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Mr. Sebastian Breitinger started his career in 1987 as an apprentice in Food Production. He worked for a Michelin Star Restaurant, Landhaus Scherrer in Hamburg.
After a year, he went to Basel in Switzerland and worked in a hotel with a fine dining restaurant, Les Quatre Saisons. Here he started as a Chef Entremetier and in a year, he became a Chef Saucier.
In 1994, he continued his further studies and obtained a degree from Hotel Management School in Heidelberg.
Mr. Breitinger worked as a Manager in a Coffee-Restaurant-Bar in his hometown. In 1998 he got an offer to take care of the German restaurant during the EXPO in Lisbon, and two years later he was offered the position of Assistant Manager in the German Pavilion in the EXPO in Hanover for the same Caterer.
He got into entrepreneurship mode and started his own Catering Company after coming back from Expo 1998.
Since 2016, Mr. Breitinger has been working as a foreign faculty in Food Production and is the head of the department at V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education.
1. What are the salient features of the teaching methodology adopted by your college? How does this differ from others?
A. Discipline, grooming and knowledge of the basics with lot of practical exposure.
2. How are you preparing your students to be Industry ready?
A. Being exigent and do not compromise.
3. What are the qualities you are looking for in student applicants? What qualities do they need to do well in your course?
A. They should be having interest in the subject, capacity of self-study, ethics to food in general and the food sources.
4. How do you ensure that your course curriculum is up to date and meets industry requirements?
A.Continuous updating to new trends and modern techniques.
5. Is your college receptive to innovation, technology, science & entrepreneurship? How? Could you cite some examples of these?
A. We have a good budget for infrastructure, interesting MOU’s with the industry and professional exposure.
Note: The views expressed in this article are of V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
VMSIIHE is well connected and easily accessible through public modes of transport. For students who prefer not to stay in the hostel, the institute campus is conveniently located approximately 4–5 kms from the Margao City Bus Stand, easing out daily travel for students.
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Yes. VMSIIHE Goa has a dedicated Training & Placement Cell that actively supports students in securing both internships and final placements with leading hospitality brands in India and abroad. Many renowned hospitality properties—both nationally and internationally—actively seek VMSIIHE students fo
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Applicants must have qualified Class 12 from a recognised national or state board to be eligible for admission at VMSIIHE. Enlisted below are the important attributes in prospective students:
- Interest in hospitality or culinary arts
- Strong communication skills
- Positive attitude
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VMSIIHE has a team of highly qualified and experienced faculty. This team includes internationally trained chefs and hospitality professionals with global industry exposure. VMSIIHE faculty emphasises on industry-aligned training with international standards to the students.
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VMSIIHE emphasises on promoting leadership, creativity, and personal growth. Students participate in culinary competitions, hospitality workshops, cultural programmes, industry seminars, field trips, clubs, sports events, community service initiatives, etc.
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Yes, V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education
has collaborations with leading hospitality brands across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia to offfer paid international internships. These internships help students acquire global industry exposure, cultural immersion, and enhanced
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No, V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education does not provide transporation facility. The institute is connected and easily accessible by public trasport, It is located in city center and convient for students to commute.
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Yes, V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education offers professional tool kits, and all students are provided with prescribed uniforms. Study materials are accessible through the library, e-resources, and classroom platforms.
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