COTHM Pakistan successfully concluded an insightful session on “The Power of LinkedIn for Hospitality & Culinary Professionals,” organised by the Department of Employability & Career Services (DECS) to help students strengthen their professional presence and explore new career opportunities.
The session was led by Hospitality Trainer Mr. Mirza Amir, who guided students through practical strategies for using LinkedIn as a professional networking and career-development platform. The session focused on helping students understand how a well-positioned digital profile can complement their academic qualifications and practical skills.
During the session, students explored key aspects of professional profile development, portfolio building and industry networking. They learned how to present their education, technical abilities, certifications, projects and practical experience in a way that communicates their professional strengths to potential employers and industry connections.
Particular attention was given to the importance of building meaningful professional networks. Students were encouraged to connect with hospitality and culinary professionals, industry leaders, recruiters and organisations while maintaining a professional and purposeful online presence.
The session also highlighted ways to improve LinkedIn profiles and make them more relevant to career goals. From profile presentation and professional summaries to showcasing skills and achievements, students gained insights into how they can position themselves more effectively within the competitive hospitality and culinary job market.
The initiative reflects DECS’s continued focus on employability, career readiness and industry engagement. By providing students with practical guidance beyond classroom learning, COTHM aims to equip aspiring hospitality and culinary professionals with tools that can support their transition from education to professional careers.
LinkedIn can also provide students with opportunities to follow industry developments, discover vacancies, engage with professional communities and learn from experienced practitioners. Developing these habits early can help students build a stronger professional identity as they progress through their studies.
The successful session concluded with students gaining practical knowledge and greater awareness of how professional networking and digital career platforms can support their career journeys.
Through initiatives such as this, COTHM’s Department of Employability & Career Services continues to connect education with career development, helping students prepare for the evolving demands of the hospitality and culinary industries.
