53 Employees graduate thanks to Emperors Palace
Monday, March 7, 2016
In keeping with Emperors Palace’s commitment to uplift and assist its employees to acquire new skills and develop themselves, the East Rand resort and casino enrolled over 50 of its employees into three different learnership programmes in March 2014. Aimed at different levels of management and chefs, 53 candidates successfully completed these 12-month developmental courses, registered with the CATHSSETA in 2015.
With their qualifications recently verified by the CATHSSETA, the Learnership Class of 2014 graduated at a ceremony at Emperors Palace on Wednesday afternoon, March 2. Among them were 17 junior and middle management staff members who graduated with a Further Education and Training Certificate in Generic Management L4, a qualification designed to enable learners to become competent in strategic planning, organising, leading, understanding and dealing with budgets and comprehending business ethics.
A further 14 senior to middle management employees obtained their Further Education and Training Certificate in Generic Management L5 which focused on enabling them (the learners) to become competent in management functions, financial management, relationship management, performance management, managing teams and organisational development.
The remainder of the Class of 2014 achieved National Certificates in Professional Cookery L4, which has set them on a path to becoming recognized chefs after learning more about food preparation, understanding menu planning, food costing and the dynamics of the industry. To obtain these full qualifications, which are nationally recognised, the graduates had to work in their normal area of expertise but also attend theory training in a classroom for five days every second month as well as do practical assignments.
Reviews
First, look down when you walk in: the interior walkways are paved with authentic Smart Stone Huguenot Cobbles, engineered specifically to replicate the tactile feeling of walking on real, ancient Roman highways. It is an incredible piece of immersive design that has stood the test of time since its inception.
Second, as someone sensitive to travel fatigue, the engineering here is spectacular. Despite being right next to major runways, the structural acoustics completely eliminate aviation noise. Furthermore, if you explore the convention wing, the rooms are named chronologically after Roman Emperors (Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius), featuring a highly advanced smart-lighting system that subtly shifts tone to help international travelers fight jet lag.
The multi-tiered security checks at the gates provide immense peace of mind, making it a safe, self-contained empire. From the manicured garden paths to the world-class service, it is a flawless, deeply thought-out destination. Don't just stop by for a quick game—take a moment to appreciate the sheer craftsmanship of the Palace of Dreams!
Hidden Details Most Guests Don't Know The Secret History of the Floors:
When the resort opened in September 2000, it was named Caesars Gauteng. The internal casino paths use custom Huguenot Cobble and Shepstone Pavers designed by SmartStone to precisely mimic the durability and texture of ancient Roman stone highways.
The "Imperial Court" Conference Subtext:
The major conference rooms in the South Wing are purposefully named after successive Roman emperors—Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius, Florian, and Romanus. They feature a hidden central smart-lighting grid that automatically shifts color warmth to match the biological clock of travelers suffering from jet lag.
The Multilayered Security Ring: Casual visitors often miss how tightly the security net is woven. Because of its position right next to O.R. Tambo International Airport, the property utilizes an advanced, continuous perimeter sweep and bag-screening protocol that keeps it significantly safer than standard commercial venues.
The Sound-Insulated Aviation Oasis: Despite being directly in the flight path of Africa's busiest airport, the structural glass and architectural roofing are uniquely engineered to absorb low-frequency jet engine vibrations, meaning you can sit in the gardens or sleep in the hotels in absolute peace
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