Apprenticeship & internship at Hotel Krallerhof
We are delighted that you are interested in an apprenticeship or internship at Hotel Krallerhof and would like to start your journey with us. With our many years of experience in training apprentices, we support young people as they begin their working lives and are happy to pass on our knowledge.
At Hotel Krallerhof you can look forward to varied insights, exciting tasks and the chance to get to know the world of luxury hospitality – whether as an apprentice or an intern. It is important to us to support you personally, encourage your strengths and give you valuable experience for your future path.
Become part of our team, collect special moments and help us write the next chapter of the Krallerhof story. Also discover our employee benefits.
At Hotel Krallerhof you can look forward to varied insights, exciting tasks and the chance to get to know the world of luxury hospitality – whether as an apprentice or an intern. It is important to us to support you personally, encourage your strengths and give you valuable experience for your future path.
Become part of our team, collect special moments and help us write the next chapter of the Krallerhof story. Also discover our employee benefits.
Apprenticeship as restaurant specialist:
3 years, service
As an apprentice in service, you are right at the heart of things and, together with your team, make sure our guests feel completely at ease. You accompany them through the day – from breakfast to the afternoon snack to the evening menu – and create special moments with your attentiveness.
During your training you get to know the variety of luxury hospitality: from professional service techniques and beverage knowledge to a confident manner and a feel for excellent hospitality. Every day you gain experience and grow into your role step by step. Also discover our employee benefits.
During your training you get to know the variety of luxury hospitality: from professional service techniques and beverage knowledge to a confident manner and a feel for excellent hospitality. Every day you gain experience and grow into your role step by step. Also discover our employee benefits.
Apprenticeship as chef:
3 years, kitchen
As an apprentice in the kitchen, you become part of a team that works with passion, precision and high-quality produce. Together you create special culinary moments for our guests every day – from breakfast to the evening menu.
During your training you get to know the variety of luxury hospitality: professional handling of food, different cooking techniques and the highest quality standards. Every day you gain experience and grow with new challenges.
During your training you get to know the variety of luxury hospitality: professional handling of food, different cooking techniques and the highest quality standards. Every day you gain experience and grow with new challenges.
Apprenticeship as gastronomy specialist:
4 years, kitchen and service
As an apprentice gastronomy specialist, you experience the full variety of gastronomy. You work where cuisine and hospitality meet – in service as well as in the kitchen.
During your training you learn both areas from the ground up and develop a feel for quality, teamwork and first-class service. The result is a versatile training that opens up many opportunities for you.
During your training you learn both areas from the ground up and develop a feel for quality, teamwork and first-class service. The result is a versatile training that opens up many opportunities for you.
Apprenticeship as hotel management assistant:
3 years, reception, reservations, events, accounting
As an apprentice hotel management assistant, you mainly work at our reception and look after our guests from arrival to departure. You are the contact person for their requests, ensure a warm welcome and experience everyday hotel life up close.
During your training you also get to know reservations, events and accounting, giving you a comprehensive insight into how a 5-star hotel works. Step by step you develop organisational skills, business understanding and a feel for first-class hospitality.
During your training you also get to know reservations, events and accounting, giving you a comprehensive insight into how a 5-star hotel works. Step by step you develop organisational skills, business understanding and a feel for first-class hospitality.
Apprenticeship as hotel and hospitality assistant:
3 years, reception, service, housekeeping
As an apprentice hotel and hospitality assistant, you are part of a team that works together to create special guest experiences. You gain insights into reception, administration, service and housekeeping and get to know the many processes of a 5-star hotel.
During your training you develop a feel for hospitality, organisation and the many details that make a stay special. You learn how the different areas of our house work together and grow into the world of luxury hospitality step by step.
During your training you develop a feel for hospitality, organisation and the many details that make a stay special. You learn how the different areas of our house work together and grow into the world of luxury hospitality step by step.
Apprenticeship as pastry chef:
3 years, patisserie
As an apprentice in the patisserie, you turn creativity, craftsmanship and high-quality ingredients into little masterpieces. Together with your team you prepare desserts, cakes and fine pastries that delight our guests.
During your training you learn traditional craftsmanship as well as modern techniques and develop your own eye for detail step by step.
During your training you learn traditional craftsmanship as well as modern techniques and develop your own eye for detail step by step.
Apprenticeship as baker:
3 years, bakery
As an apprentice in the bakery, your working day begins where the smell of fresh bread and pastries comes from. Together with your team you produce high-quality baked goods every day and learn a craft that combines tradition and precision.
During your training you work with the finest ingredients, get to know different doughs and baking techniques and develop a feel for quality and true craftsmanship.
During your training you work with the finest ingredients, get to know different doughs and baking techniques and develop a feel for quality and true craftsmanship.
Apprenticeship in beauty and pedicure:
4 years, wellness & spa
As an apprentice in beauty and pedicure, you give our guests time to relax and feel good. Together with your team you create moments of calm and help make every visit a little time-out.
During your training you get to know professional treatments, high-quality products and how to look after our guests with empathy. In this way you combine expertise with genuine hospitality.
During your training you get to know professional treatments, high-quality products and how to look after our guests with empathy. In this way you combine expertise with genuine hospitality.
Mandatory internship
As an intern, we offer you the opportunity all year round to consolidate and develop your knowledge and skills in service, the kitchen and/or reception.
Working at the Krallerhof, you can put what you have learned into practice as an intern and get to know the respective professions in a 5-star house. In addition to working at one of the most beautiful wellness hotels in the Alps, you also have the chance to gain insights into our à la carte restaurants “KrallerAlm” and “Alte Schmiede”. You can always count on the support of an experienced team. Feel free to send us your application and complete your mandatory internship at the Krallerhof.
Working at the Krallerhof, you can put what you have learned into practice as an intern and get to know the respective professions in a 5-star house. In addition to working at one of the most beautiful wellness hotels in the Alps, you also have the chance to gain insights into our à la carte restaurants “KrallerAlm” and “Alte Schmiede”. You can always count on the support of an experienced team. Feel free to send us your application and complete your mandatory internship at the Krallerhof.
Q&A – everything about apprenticeships and internships at Hotel Krallerhof
About the training
What do we expect from our apprentices & interns?
We expect our apprentices and interns to be reliable, punctual and well-groomed. It is also important to us that they carry out their tasks with commitment, responsibility and care.
We want them to take their work seriously, follow their supervisors’ instructions attentively and be willing to learn new things. Anyone who brings motivation, initiative and team spirit has the best foundation for a successful and educational time at the Krallerhof.
We want them to take their work seriously, follow their supervisors’ instructions attentively and be willing to learn new things. Anyone who brings motivation, initiative and team spirit has the best foundation for a successful and educational time at the Krallerhof.
What further training opportunities are there?
- Apprenticeship with Matura (school-leaving qualification)
- Tourism apprentice academy – with various modules
- WIFI courses
- Courses on beverages, e.g. barista, wine, beer …
- Various courses focusing specifically on kitchen training
Is taking part in apprentice competitions supported?
We very much welcome apprentices who are interested in taking part in apprentice competitions and are happy to give them time off work to do so.
How often do I attend vocational school and how is it organised?
Vocational school is attended once per apprenticeship year as a block course lasting about 8–10 weeks. You are released from work while at school.
Clothing and equipment
Is there work clothing and is it provided?
Depending on the job, we provide our employees with the appropriate work clothing.
Before your apprenticeship or internship starts, a member of the HR team will contact you in good time to ask for your clothing size and prepare the right clothing.
Apprentices and interns must bring their own work shoes. These must comply with the applicable legal safety regulations and the requirements of the respective job.
Before your apprenticeship or internship starts, a member of the HR team will contact you in good time to ask for your clothing size and prepare the right clothing.
Apprentices and interns must bring their own work shoes. These must comply with the applicable legal safety regulations and the requirements of the respective job.
What equipment do I need to bring myself?
- Work shoes
- Knife bag (kitchen)
Working conditions
How many breaks are there?
Break times can vary depending on the shift schedule. On a continuous 8-hour shift, every employee is entitled to a break of at least 30 minutes after no more than 6 hours of work. The break can of course be taken earlier. The statutory break can also be split into three 10-minute breaks.
For split shifts, the break is taken into account in the time off between shifts.
For split shifts, the break is taken into account in the time off between shifts.
Is there a canteen or a break room?
Our staff restaurant Deli is available to our employees 7 days a week. Staff meal times at the Team Deli are:
- Breakfast: 6:00 am – 9:00 am
- Lunch: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Dinner: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Can I take holiday during vocational school?
Unfortunately not, as attending vocational school is compulsory in order to successfully complete your apprenticeship.
Pay and benefits
Are there meal allowances or other perks?
As mentioned above, all our employees can eat free of charge at our team restaurant Deli during the set meal times.
In addition, we offer numerous attractive benefits that give you access to various discounts and extra perks. You can find an overview of all benefits in the dedicated section “Benefits”.
If extra tutoring is needed, there is a support budget for every apprentice – please arrange this with the HR department.
In addition, we offer numerous attractive benefits that give you access to various discounts and extra perks. You can find an overview of all benefits in the dedicated section “Benefits”.
If extra tutoring is needed, there is a support budget for every apprentice – please arrange this with the HR department.
Are there bonuses for good performance?
Send us your vocational school reports promptly – depending on your results, you will receive a voucher that you can redeem at any Altenberger business of your choice.
Organisational questions
Which documents do I need to bring on my first day?
No documents are needed on your first working day, as everything is taken care of beforehand. A member of the HR team will contact you after you have been accepted and let you know which documents are required.
To draw up your contract and register you with the statutory social insurance provider, we need the following documents:
To draw up your contract and register you with the statutory social insurance provider, we need the following documents:
- e-card
- IBAN
- Copy of an ID document
- Current address
- Internship contract from your school
Do I need a bank account or other documents?
At the start of your apprenticeship or internship, we need a bank account to which we can transfer your apprentice pay or internship pay.
Is there parking on site?
Employees can use the car park directly next to or behind the staff house. Parking is also available along the road towards the Steinbergbahn and the tennis court, and in front of the underground car park. The spaces in front of the underground car park are designated commuter spaces for employees without staff accommodation. Employees are not permitted to use the underground car park.
Who can I turn to if I have questions or problems?
Your first point of contact is always your direct supervisor – in your case, the head of your department.
If you have a concern that you can’t or don’t want to discuss directly with your head of department, you are of course always welcome to contact our HR team.
We are available on site Monday to Friday or by email at team@krallerhof.com.
If you have a concern that you can’t or don’t want to discuss directly with your head of department, you are of course always welcome to contact our HR team.
We are available on site Monday to Friday or by email at team@krallerhof.com.
How can I get here by public transport?
The Krallerhof in Leogang is well connected to public transport. The nearest train station, Leogang Bahnhof, is about an 18-minute walk away. The nearest bus stop, Leogang Abzw. Bahnhof, is about a 5-minute walk.
Can I move into the staff accommodation a few days before I start?
Yes, of course! If your staff accommodation is ready, you can move in up to two days before you start work. That gives you enough time to arrive in a relaxed way and settle in.
Our HR team will get in touch with you in good time to discuss all the important details about your arrival and moving in.
Our HR team will get in touch with you in good time to discuss all the important details about your arrival and moving in.