Jakarta. Aryaduta Hotels recently launched Innovation Week across all its properties.

The kick-off event took place in a hybrid setting on Feb. 19. Followed by a week filled with educative seminars, workshops, and skill-based competitions before it finished on Feb. 23.

Innovation Week aims to bring together students from reputable schools and universities in the area, creating an opportunity for them to interact with industry professionals, participate in valuable workshops, and showcase their skills in competitions covering various departments, such as front-office, housekeeping, F&B product, F&B services, and marketing communications (reels making competition).

"Innovation Week is a unique opportunity for students to gain insights, showcase their skills, and connect with industry leaders. We hope that through this event, Aryaduta can provide more than just job opportunities, but also build sustainable relationships and contribute to the growth and development of these young talents," Aryaduta Hotels human resources group director Rinno Widjaja was quoted as saying in a recent press statement.

The competitions held during Innovation Week include Problem Solving and Public Speaking Challenge as a Front Officer, Bed Making Challenge as a Housekeeper, Mocktail and Cocktail Creation as a Bartender, Cooking Competition as a Junior Cook, and Video Content Creation as a Marketing Communication.

In the Reels Making Competition, contestants showcased their talent in creating compelling visual narratives. Ayu Putu Regita Putri Indraswari from Elizabeth International took first place, followed by I Made Mahayana, also from Elizabeth International, in second place and Made Roys  Ambara from Politeknik Negeri Bali in third place.

In the Front Office Competition, where contestants had to demonstrate their skills in handling complaints, check-in procedures and reservations, the contestants showed remarkable skill and efficiency. Louis Nathanael from Elizabeth International emerged as the first runner-up, while Tutus Diansari from Politeknik Negeri Bali and Ragil Putri Diana Hermawan from Politeknik Negeri Bali came second and third respectively. 

In the Making Bed competition, contestants demonstrated their skills in precision and efficiency. Koming Alit Wiguna from Elizabeth International came first, followed by Kadek Gede Angga Jiwa from SMK PGRI 3 Denpasar in second and Komang Danu from OTC Bali Jembrana in third.

The Cooking Competition saw a display of culinary excellence, with I Putu Lindan Wira Adi Guna from OTC Bali Jembrana taking 1st place. Ni Putu Ayu Pramana Dewi from OTC Bali Jembrana secured 2nd place while Ketut Tyo Wiratama from Amisewaka DLCC secured 3rd place.

In the Mixology Competition, the contestants demonstrated their flair and creativity in concocting tempting drinks. I Kadek Eling Kusuma from Elizabeth International showed remarkable skills in winning the competition.

"We are delighted to provide a platform for students to explore their potential, learn from industry experts, and contribute to the vibrant future of the hospitality industry. Each contestant showed incredible talent and dedication, making the judging process truly challenging. 
Congratulations to all the winners and entrants for their outstanding achievements,” Aryaduta Bali's general manager RM Rendy Prapanca said.

For more information on Aryaduta Innovation Week, visit @aryadutacareers on Instagram.