COTHM Pakistan and YANI Restaurant have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration between professional education and the hospitality industry, creating new opportunities for practical learning, mentorship and career development.

Spearheaded by the Department of Employability & Career Services (DECS) at COTHM, the partnership aims to bridge the gap between classroom education and real-world industry requirements. The collaboration will support students in developing market-ready skills while providing opportunities to gain practical exposure to professional culinary and hospitality operations.

Through the partnership, YANI Restaurant will contribute industry expertise, mentorship and practical learning opportunities, helping COTHM students better understand workplace standards, operational practices and professional expectations. Such engagement can provide students with valuable insight into the skills and competencies required to succeed in the hospitality sector.

The collaboration also reflects COTHM’s continued focus on industry-oriented and employability-driven education. By connecting students with established hospitality businesses, DECS works to create stronger links between academic learning and professional opportunities, enabling students to build confidence and workplace readiness.

For YANI Restaurant, the partnership provides an opportunity to engage with emerging culinary and hospitality talent and contribute to the development of future professionals. Industry participation in student development can also help create a stronger talent pipeline aligned with evolving workforce needs.

The MoU highlights the importance of industry-academia collaboration in developing skilled hospitality professionals. Through shared expertise, mentorship and practical exposure, COTHM and YANI Restaurant aim to support students in transforming their academic knowledge into professional competencies.

The partnership marks another step toward creating meaningful career pathways for aspiring hospitality professionals and strengthening connections between education providers and the industry. COTHM and YANI Restaurant look forward to working together to promote professional excellence, practical learning and opportunities for the next generation of hospitality talent.