This is to notify and inform the general public that the SHORT-TERM WORK PERMIT (E-Work Permit) is now being initiated by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment. The employers wishing to import foreign workers even for the duration less than 30 days should now compulsorily apply online through BLMIS with immediate effect. Besides the normal required documents, the individual/FWRA/employers should submit the medical clearance certificate of the foreigners obtained from the country of origin.This notification is referred to the approval of the night halt work permits only and for other categories and updates, MoICE will keep notifying in future.

Training Announcement

As a part of the Skills Development Program (SDP),  the Ministry of Labour and Human Resources is pleased to announce the following training at Royal Institute for Tourism & Hospitality, Thimphu:

Course SlotsCertificateMinimum Qualification Last Date for Application Start Date Duration 
Food and beverage training 25 Institute Certificate (IC) 12 21st April, 2022 29th April 2022 1 Month

Logistics will not be provided.  Interested job seekers are requested to submit their application online at https://mis.molhr.gov.bt/tvet/tvet/apply-for-other-course/26000390

The main objectives of the training are:

  • To equip the trainees with food and beverage knowledge;
  • To provide skills on handling plates, tableware, glassware and tray;
  • To be able to set the table and serve the guest with professional etiquettes; and
  • To be able to manage and handle the guest complaint.

After completing this training, candidates will able to:

  • Manage the human resources within food services organization or department;
  • Communicate appropriately with clients, staff and management;
  • Apply food services technology and operate industry equipment;
  • Develop nutritional menus for food service production;
  • Manage food service production;
  •  Demonstrate professional behaviour expected within the food service industry;
  • Manage food services budgets. Adhere to regulations, standards and best practices of food service industry;
  • Provide customer service to clients within the food service industry;
  • Work according to personal health, safety and environment protocol at work site — Importance of Health & Safety aspects & measures to be followed while working.

In addition, after the completion of the course, all individuals are required to attend Basic Entrepreneurship Course (BEC) which will be conducted for 2 weeks.

For more information, please contact Ms. Namgay Wangmo, namgayw@molhr.gov.bt or 02-332607 OR email: meenakp@rith.edu.bt call # 02 331272/75/76.

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