Caymanians between the ages of 17 and 30 are invited to apply for the Dart Hospitality Training Programme, a four-month paid training opportunity that offers real-world experience across the hospitality industry.
Designed to accelerate career readiness and open doors to dynamic pathways in tourism, the programme equips participants with the skills, hands-on experience and professional development needed to thrive in one of the Cayman Islands’ most vibrant sectors, said a Dart press release.
Through a partnership with Florida-based Lynn University, students also spend two weeks undergoing an intensive employability training by Karima Lanfranco, assistant professor from Lynn University’s College of Business and Management, where they learn essential soft skills and career readiness. Participants then begin the programme with six weeks of rotational training across key hospitality functions.
“Hospitality is at the heart of Cayman’s identity,” said Dianne Conolly, Dart’s hospitality programme manager. “The Dart Hospitality Training Programme supports Caymanians in building meaningful and exciting careers in the tourism industry while showcasing the service excellence and genuine warmth that Cayman is known for around the world.
“We’re excited to welcome a new group of students this May and encourage young Caymanians who are curious about hospitality to apply and take the first step toward a rewarding career,” Conolly added.
Training takes place across Dart’s portfolio of hospitality properties, including The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa, Hampton by Hilton Grand Cayman, Hotel Indigo Grand Cayman and Bonny Moon Beach Club. Guided by experienced mentors through the rotation, trainees transition into a designed role for a further eight weeks of focused development, said the release.
Last year, the programme expanded further to include training with the Academy of Wines and Spirits, whereby participants learnt core service skills such as table setup, guest engagement, order taking and conflict resolution.
Since launching in 2022, more than 50 students have successfully completed the programme, most of whom have gone on to accept full-time positions with one of properties where they trained. Alumni continue to excel professionally, with three former participants recognised as top employees in 2025 and five others earning promotions.
Applicants must be Caymanian and possess a minimum of a high school diploma. To learn more about the programme and to apply, visit dart.ky/dart-hospitality.
Applications are now being accepted through 6 April.
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Great idea.
Let’s hope there can be more Caymanians in our very valuable hospitality industry.