Developing Work Ethos: Career Experience Program at La Vista Hakodate Bay
Career Experience Program: DOMINISTA CHALLENGE
Kyoritsu Maintenance, a company renowned for operating Dormy Inn and Kyoritsu Resort hotels, is set to host a career experience program called DOMINISTA CHALLENGE at La Vista Hakodate Bay on September 17th and 18th, 2025. This initiative targets high school students from Hakodate University affiliated Koryo High School and aims to cultivate a strong work ethic through immersive experiences in the hospitality sector.
What is the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE?
Since 2019, Kyoritsu Maintenance has welcomed students nationwide for the DOMINISTA CHALLENGE, a vocational experience program intended for junior and senior high school students. Participants are offered hands-on experiences at the hotel, including customer service at the front desk, housekeeping, and other critical roles. Through these activities, students gain insight into the workings of the hospitality industry while fostering a sense of regional pride and the importance of community contribution. In a globalized world where cultural diversity is increasingly prevalent, these experiences serve as vital lessons in multicultural coexistence. To date, over 60 schools have participated in this initiative, with 20 from Hokkaido and Tohoku regions alone, integrating vocational awareness into their career education programs.
Program Details
Objectives: Equip students with the necessary skills and attitudes for the workforce and deepen their understanding of career choices.
Schedule: September 17th-18th, from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM each day.
Activities Include:
- - Classroom Learning: Overviews of the hospitality industry, job satisfaction, and departmental roles.
- - Hands-On Experience:
- Observing the operation of communal baths.
- Housekeeping tours to understand room preparation.
- Restaurant duties, including replenishing tableware and cleaning.
Voices from Participants
Koryo High School Representative: We hope the students will engage with the required skills and knowledge for modern society, reflecting on their strengths to inform their career paths.
Koyama Reo, Hotel Manager at La Vista Hakodate Bay commented: “This program offers students a rare glimpse into the behind-the-scenes preparation and the joy of directly serving guests. We hope this experience aids in their future career decisions.” Throughout the two-day internship, students will delve into both front and restaurant operations. They will encounter the joys and challenges of these roles while being fully supported by our staff. Together, we will learn in a fun and engaging environment!
Background and Future Perspective
In a time characterized by social and economic uncertainties, providing career education that allows students to experience the meaning and joy of work has become essential. Additionally, as Japan faces a declining population, fostering a love for their hometowns while encouraging proactive efforts to tackle local issues has become critically important. Through this program, Kyoritsu Maintenance aspires to offer children opportunities to understand the joy of work and empathy towards others, nurturing their love for their community and motivating them to think and act on the future of both themselves and their society.
About Kyoritsu Resort
Kyoritsu Maintenance operates a variety of resort hotels, featuring the picturesque La Vista series and pet-friendly Lucian series. All locations are designed to provide a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere, with 42 properties across the country. For more information, please visit: https://dormy-hotels.com/resort/
About Kyoritsu Maintenance
Founded in 1979, Kyoritsu Maintenance began its journey in the business of contractual food services. The company has expanded its services to accommodate student dormitories and employee housing under Dormy, the Dormy Inn business hotel chain, and Kyoritsu Resort hotels, as well as senior living services. By providing food, housing, and wellness resources, Kyoritsu Maintenance aims to contribute to society's sustainable development. For more details, visit: https://www.kyoritsugroup.co.jp
For Schools Interested in Career Experiences
Please contact Kyoritsu Maintenance, Hotel Human Resources Development Department, DOMINISTA CHALLENGE.
Phone: 03-5295-7877
Fax: 03-5295-7833
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