Singapore, 22 April 2024 – This Earth Day, reconnect with nature and self by visiting Coulisse Heir’s
“The Replenish Bar”. Through the launch of its refill station, the premier luxury hair and scalp advocate
paves the way for a more sustainable future, where beauty and eco-consciousness
harmonise seamlessly.

As the world’s largest civic event, Earth Day 2024 is set to make an even greater impact as billions of
people around the world champion the cause of our planet and strive for a brighter tomorrow.


This year, under the banner of Planet vs. Plastics, the initiative issues an impactful call to advocate for
widespread education on the environmental and health risks associated with plastics. With the aim of
achieving a 60% reduction in global plastic production by 2040, this year’s campaign sets a compelling
course towards a cleaner, greener tomorrow.


It’s no secret the beauty and personal care industry contributes to the growing problem of single-use
plastics. Each year, businesses produce 120 billion units of packaging globally, resulting in the loss of
18 million acres of forest annually. To encourage more responsible consumption, intentional practices
are what counts.


Coulisse Heir is committed to being an integral part of the solution. Beginning on Earth Day, customers
can give back to our planet by refilling used bottles at “The Replenish Bar”. By engaging in this positive
change, each person has the power to make a meaningful impact on our shared home, fostering a more
sustainable future for generations to come.


Co-Founder Selina Ong shares her aspirations: “Coulisse Heir is founded on the philosophy of self love
and self care. In an industry where packaging is often equated with quality and luxury, the real question
should be: how can we maximise the lifespan of each bottle? When Coulisse Heir started in May 2022,
it was clear that paperless processes were the way forward. Now, our aim is to guide both our customers
and ourselves toward a gradual transition to more sustainable practices.”



Furnished with Coulisse Heir’s range of award-winning cleansers, the launch of “The Replenish Bar”
marks a sincere and significant stride towards conscious living.


Bring along any bottle of at least 300ml capacity to Coulisse Heir located at ION Orchard to refill it with
a product of your choice. 

Each refill at “The Replenish Bar” comes with a 10% discount on
Coulisse Heir products.


Bring your own bottle, bring your own bag, and replenish the Earth, one bottle at a time.


 
This initiative is open to new and existing customers of Coulisse Heir. 
 


Coulisse Heir is located at ION Orchard, #04-02, Singapore 238801. 

For bookings: WhatsApp: 8339 2114, Email: hello@coulisseheir.com

For more information, please visit: Instagram: @coulisse.heir Facebook: @coulisseheirofficial Website: coulisseheir.com

Pronounced as ‘koo lees air’, coulisse - French for ‘backstage’ - and heir, a wordplay on ‘hair,’ defines a
behind-the-scenes team dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself.
Housed in an avant-garde boutique on the fourth floor of ION Orchard Mall, the unique space features a
‘backstage’ wall and a 'runway' leading to private pods equipped with fully reclinable backwash chairs.
Coulisse Heir serves as a private sanctuary for holistic self-care, inviting you to connect with yourself by
nurturing your well-being. Scalp Care, Self Care.

This Earth Day, reconnect with nature and self by visiting Coulisse Heir’s “The Replenish Bar”. Through the launch of its refill station, the premier luxury hair and scalp advocate paves the way for a more sustainable future, where beauty and eco-consciousness harmonise seamlessly.
Singapore, 22 April 2024 – This Earth Day, reconnect with nature and self by visiting Coulisse Heir’s
“The Replenish Bar”. Through the launch of its refill station, the premier luxury hair and scalp advocate
paves the way for a more sustainable future, where beauty and eco-consciousness
harmonise seamlessly.
<h2>Give A Day for Earth
</h2>As the world’s largest civic event, Earth Day 2024 is set to make an even greater impact as billions of
people around the world champion the cause of our planet and strive for a brighter tomorrow.
This year, under the banner of Planet vs. Plastics, the initiative issues an impactful call to advocate for
widespread education on the environmental and health risks associated with plastics. With the aim of
achieving a 60% reduction in global plastic production by 2040, this year’s campaign sets a compelling
course towards a cleaner, greener tomorrow.
<h2>Reuse First, Recycle Second </h2>
It’s no secret the beauty and personal care industry contributes to the growing problem of single-use
plastics. Each year, businesses produce 120 billion units of packaging globally, resulting in the loss of
18 million acres of forest annually. To encourage more responsible consumption, intentional practices
are what counts.
Coulisse Heir is committed to being an integral part of the solution. Beginning on Earth Day, customers
can give back to our planet by refilling used bottles at “The Replenish Bar”. By engaging in this positive
change, each person has the power to make a meaningful impact on our shared home, fostering a more
sustainable future for generations to come.
Co-Founder Selina Ong shares her aspirations: “Coulisse Heir is founded on the philosophy of self love
and self care. In an industry where packaging is often equated with quality and luxury, the real question
should be: how can we maximise the lifespan of each bottle? When Coulisse Heir started in May 2022,
it was clear that paperless processes were the way forward. Now, our aim is to guide both our customers
and ourselves toward a gradual transition to more sustainable practices.”
<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/06a2a943e6e19daf3263c8f1a8298e935a123cb889071e222525de3d0d2d3713/Coulisse%20Heir%20-%20Replenish%20Bar%201.jpg" alt="Image" /><h2>Refill and Get Rewarded </h2>
Furnished with Coulisse Heir’s range of award-winning cleansers, the launch of “The Replenish Bar”
marks a sincere and significant stride towards conscious living.
<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/86f3e4f8b9bcbdfd697323a64a43810a55ef1a1116c226a58672e829715b56d7/Screenshot%202024-04-22%20at%2010.30.43%20AM.png" alt="Image" />Bring along any bottle of at least 300ml capacity to Coulisse Heir located at ION Orchard to refill it with
a product of your choice. Each refill at “The Replenish Bar” comes with a 10% discount on
Coulisse Heir products.
Bring your own bottle, bring your own bag, and replenish the Earth, one bottle at a time.
 
This initiative is open to new and existing customers of Coulisse Heir. 
 
### 
Coulisse Heir is located at ION Orchard, #04-02, Singapore 238801. 
For bookings: WhatsApp: 8339 2114, Email: hello@coulisseheir.com 
 
For more information, please visit: Instagram: @coulisse.heir Facebook: @coulisseheirofficial Website: coulisseheir.com 
Photo Credit: Coulisse Heir<h2>About Coulisse Heir
</h2>Pronounced as ‘koo lees air’, coulisse - French for ‘backstage’ - and heir, a wordplay on ‘hair,’ defines a
behind-the-scenes team dedicated to helping you become the best version of yourself.
Housed in an avant-garde boutique on the fourth floor of ION Orchard Mall, the unique space features a
‘backstage’ wall and a 'runway' leading to private pods equipped with fully reclinable backwash chairs.
Coulisse Heir serves as a private sanctuary for holistic self-care, inviting you to connect with yourself by
nurturing your well-being. Scalp Care, Self Care.

Skin care / Cosmetics / Hair products

Fitness / Healthcare

Environment / SGDs / Recycling

Event

Campaign

This Earth Day, reconnect with nature and self by visiting Coulisse Heir’s “The Replenish Bar”. Through the launch of its refill station, the premier luxury hair and scalp advocate paves the way for a more sustainable future, where beauty and eco-consciousness harmonise seamlessly.


  Coulisse Heir, the advocate for luxury and scalp health, launches “The Replenish Bar”

Singapore, 09 April 2024 – In an initiative to spur the employment of persons with disabilities (PwDs)
in Singapore, SPD has launched a compelling video campaign.

Employment is not only a means to financial independence for PwDs, but it also empowers them with
the dignity they derive from their economic contributions. With fast changing business environments,
there is a risk that PwDs may be left behind. Hence, the need to address misconceptions and create
meaningful employment opportunities for PwDs has never been more pressing.


Set up in 2022, the SPD Contact Centre provides training and employment opportunities for PwDs in
the contact centre industry. Clients can outsource administrative work, including call management,
e-mail management, live chat support, telesurvey and telemarketing, data entry, and more. Over 800
such inquiries are tended to annually.


The centre is managed by industry veterans who are passionate about imparting knowledge and
mentoring PwDs under their charge. Each staff with disabilities receives up to 60 hours of training
before taking on the job, with ongoing refresher courses to continuously enhance and update
their skills.


By extending opportunities to this untapped reservoir of talent, SPD Contact Centre strives to dispel
preconceived notions surrounding employees with physical or cognitive limitations.


In a twist on the status quo, the campaign video turned the usual societal dynamic on its head by
conferring authority to the employee. “So do you ever regret hiring me?” Athirah, an employee at the
SPD Contact Centre, playfully asks.


The light-hearted conversation surrounding a controversial topic displayed the customer service
associate’s skilled eloquence, while VITAL (Ministry of Finance) Chief Executive Dennis Lui, offered
truthful insights from the perspective of an employer.


“I think many employers focus on what the PwDs cannot do, rather than what they can do. But in
reality, all of us are unique individuals with great talents and we can bring a lot to the table,”
Mr Lui explained.


Athirah is an example of one such talent discovered at SPD Contact Centre. Born with low vision due
to Retinitis Pigmentosa, she plays a pivotal role in supporting e-mail queries from stakeholders across
over 100 ministries, as part of the VITAL pilot project.


To complete daily to-do lists, Athirah leverages alternative methods and assistive technology to
perform tasks with precision and efficiency.


“I feel happy because this [campaign video] gives the opportunity to educate people, to show that
persons with disabilities can also work in the customer service industry, and at the same time shows
how we can overcome our challenges when we are doing our day-to-day jobs,” Athirah expressed.


“This year we were awarded the Enabling Mark platinum label, which is a really, really important
recognition for VITAL. And that is something we want to continue into the new year and continue to
amplify this message of inclusive hiring and hopefully encourage other organisations as well,” added
Ms Jacyn Kang, Senior Manager, Corporate Planning (Corporate Communications) at VITAL.


For more information about the campaign, members of the public can visit the website:
<a href="https://www.spd.org.sg/spd-contact-centre/">https://www.spd.org.sg/spd-contact-centre/</a>.

Watch the full video here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6te-XriYLw">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6te-XriYLw</a>.

###
 SPD Contact Centre is located at Enabling Village, 20 Lengkok Bahru, Singapore 159053.

For more information, please visit:
 Instagram: @spdsingapore
 Facebook: @SPDSingapore
 Website: https://www.spd.org.sg/.

In an initiative to spur the employment of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in Singapore, SPD has launched a compelling video campaign.<div style="width: 100%; height: 100%; padding: 16px;"><iframe style="width: 100%; aspect-ratio: 16 / 9;" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/K6te-XriYLw" allowfullscreen=true></iframe></div>Singapore, 09 April 2024 – In an initiative to spur the employment of persons with disabilities (PwDs)
in Singapore, SPD has launched a compelling video campaign.
Employment is not only a means to financial independence for PwDs, but it also empowers them with
the dignity they derive from their economic contributions. With fast changing business environments,
there is a risk that PwDs may be left behind. Hence, the need to address misconceptions and create
meaningful employment opportunities for PwDs has never been more pressing.
<h2>About SPD Contact Centre
</h2>Set up in 2022, the SPD Contact Centre provides training and employment opportunities for PwDs in
the contact centre industry. Clients can outsource administrative work, including call management,
e-mail management, live chat support, telesurvey and telemarketing, data entry, and more. Over 800
such inquiries are tended to annually.
The centre is managed by industry veterans who are passionate about imparting knowledge and
mentoring PwDs under their charge. Each staff with disabilities receives up to 60 hours of training
before taking on the job, with ongoing refresher courses to continuously enhance and update
their skills.
By extending opportunities to this untapped reservoir of talent, SPD Contact Centre strives to dispel
preconceived notions surrounding employees with physical or cognitive limitations.
<h2>Breaking Away from the Norm
</h2>In a twist on the status quo, the campaign video turned the usual societal dynamic on its head by
conferring authority to the employee. “So do you ever regret hiring me?” Athirah, an employee at the
SPD Contact Centre, playfully asks.
<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/60fbe1f460387978069eb26378811f35f3ba817e0c1e368747173f38ec9a2e55/Header.jpg" alt="Image" />The light-hearted conversation surrounding a controversial topic displayed the customer service
associate’s skilled eloquence, while VITAL (Ministry of Finance) Chief Executive Dennis Lui, offered
truthful insights from the perspective of an employer.
“I think many employers focus on what the PwDs cannot do, rather than what they can do. But in
reality, all of us are unique individuals with great talents and we can bring a lot to the table,”
Mr Lui explained.
<h2>Excellence Personified
</h2>Athirah is an example of one such talent discovered at SPD Contact Centre. Born with low vision due
to Retinitis Pigmentosa, she plays a pivotal role in supporting e-mail queries from stakeholders across
over 100 ministries, as part of the VITAL pilot project.
To complete daily to-do lists, Athirah leverages alternative methods and assistive technology to
perform tasks with precision and efficiency.
“I feel happy because this [campaign video] gives the opportunity to educate people, to show that
persons with disabilities can also work in the customer service industry, and at the same time shows
how we can overcome our challenges when we are doing our day-to-day jobs,” Athirah expressed.
“This year we were awarded the Enabling Mark platinum label, which is a really, really important
recognition for VITAL. And that is something we want to continue into the new year and continue to
amplify this message of inclusive hiring and hopefully encourage other organisations as well,” added
Ms Jacyn Kang, Senior Manager, Corporate Planning (Corporate Communications) at VITAL.
For more information about the campaign, members of the public can visit the website:
<a href="https://www.spd.org.sg/spd-contact-centre/">https://www.spd.org.sg/spd-contact-centre/</a>.
Watch the full video here: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6te-XriYLw">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6te-XriYLw</a>.
###
 SPD Contact Centre is located at Enabling Village, 20 Lengkok Bahru, Singapore 159053.
For more information, please visit:
 Instagram: @spdsingapore
 Facebook: @SPDSingapore
 Website: https://www.spd.org.sg/.

Politics / Government / Local government

Foundations / Associations

Listed companies

Local companies

Government offices / organizations

In an initiative to spur the employment of persons with disabilities (PwDs) in Singapore, SPD has launched a compelling video campaign.

SPD New Campaign Launch: Look Beyond Their Disabilities, Focus on Their Abilities

Singapore, 28 March 2024&nbsp;– To address the issue of talent shortage in Singapore's F&amp;B industry, JUMBO Group of Restaurants launches JUMBO Academy graced by the Guest of Honour, Ms. Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY). JUMBO Academy is a homegrown training institute dedicated to cultivating a skilled F&amp;B workforce.

Through the JUMBO Academy, JUMBO Group reinforces its commitment to be an incubator of talents in Singapore’s F&amp;B industry by deepening its advocacy for and promotion of Asian culinary and hospitality training. JUMBO aims to attract and support more talents looking for F&amp;B careers by offering upskilling, reskilling, internship, and scholarship opportunities open to students and aspiring mid-career professionals alike.&nbsp;

Upskilling and Reskilling: Developing a Resilient F&amp;B Workforce

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's 2022 National Day message emphasised the importance of upskilling and reskilling to sustain Singapore's economic progress. In the Budget 2024 speech, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Lawrence Wong highlighted SkillsFuture as one of the initiatives to provide upskilling support for employers and individuals, showing the government's continued efforts to boost workforce resilience and development.

Mr Ang Kiam Meng, Group Chief Executive Officer of JUMBO Group of Restaurants, expresses the Group's efforts in support of the lifelong learning vision: “Building on our 30-year tradition of ‘Bonding people through food’, JUMBO is dedicated to nurturing talent in culinary and hospitality excellence through our industry expertise.”&nbsp;

“We believe food connects people and we are committed to shaping the future of this experience. Through JUMBO Academy, The Heart of Asian Hospitality, we will honour tradition while driving innovation to elevate Singapore’s status as a food paradise.”

Accessible and Applicable: Providing fundings, sponsorships, and hands-on experience

JUMBO Group believes that quality education should be accessible to everyone. As a Registered Training Provider, the Group works closely with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) to provide course fee funding and grants to individuals and employers. JUMBO Group also works with Workforce Singapore (WSG) to leverage the Career Conversion Programme (CCP) to reskill mid-career workers. With the new JUMBO Academy, existing workers can be trained to take on higher-value jobs that provide good career prospects.

For those keen on exploring the world of F&amp;B management, JUMBO Academy offers scholarship under its Management Associates Programme, which supports trainees through a fully-sponsored education (diploma or degree) in a relevant field of study. Aspiring individuals within JUMBO Group will also be offered a chance to join the Fast Track Programme that provides accelerated pathways for career advancement within JUMBO Group.&nbsp;

JUMBO also focuses on practical applicability across its programmes by adopting an innovative training approach that combines classroom teaching and hands-on practice. Such immersive experiences empower trainees with industry-standard skills and the confidence to step into their F&amp;B career roles with readily useable skills.&nbsp;

In 2023, JUMBO was awarded the “Certified On-the-Job Training Centre” status by the Institute of Technical Education (ITE). This status affirms the JUMBO's role as an industry leader in providing holistic workplace learning to support its trainees' professional growth and personal development.

JUMBO x ITE partnership: Some 1,000 students to benefit over three years

Through a longstanding partnership, JUMBO has empowered ITE students in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Operations by providing practical learning experiences that extend beyond textbooks, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue their aspirations and thrive within the F&amp;B industry.

During the JUMBO Academy launch ceremony on 27 March 2024, the two organisations also announced their continued collaboration by signing a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Under the MOU, both parties will commit to innovative initiatives such as the new JUMBO internship awards, internship opportunities, workshops, and learning journeys for some 1,000 ITE students.

“We are pleased to ink our partnership with JUMBO as part of our commitment to nurturing culinary talents. The internship opportunities, internship awards, learning journeys, and chef demo workshops offered by JUMBO, together with joint efforts such as food hackathons, will enrich our students’ learning experiences and enhance their motivation and passion&nbsp;as they embark on their culinary careers,” says Ms Low Khah Gek, Chief Executive Officer of ITE.&nbsp;

JUMBO and ITE will also continue its “JUMBO x ITE Culinary Hackathon”, a sustainability-themed challenge for ITE students that was first held in 2023. Through such out-of-classroom activities, the partners hope to inspire participants to become creative problem solvers in the face of challenges common in the dynamic F&amp;B industry.

Welcoming Lifelong Learners: JUMBO Academy courses now open for registration

Individuals, mid-career switchers, current F&amp;B workers and media representatives are invited to explore the opportunities provided by JUMBO Academy and actively participate in shaping the future of F&amp;B in Singapore. Course registration is now open at jumboacademy.com.sg.

Note to Editors:&nbsp;High-resolutions images are available for download from <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MbdhXgSGtr6hLC2cYpJDQOaZ7-TdKXw3">this link</a>.&nbsp;

JUMBO Group Limited (“JUMBO Group”) is one of Singapore’s leading multi-dining concept F&amp;B establishments. Fulfilling its philosophy of “Bonding People Through Food”, JUMBO Group has grown to over 20 restaurants in Singapore and other Asia countries with 4 restaurant brands – JUMBO Seafood, NG AH SIO Bak Kut Teh, Singapore Seafood Republic, and Xinyao Hainanese Chicken Rice.

Besides renowned local brands such as Chui Huay Lim Teochew Cuisine, Zui Yu Xuan Teochew Cuisine, Chao Ting, Kok Kee Wonton Noodle, and Lau Lim Mee Pok, JUMBO Group has expanded its local presence by operating Hong Kong’s famous “Cha Chaan Teng” restaurant –Tsui Wah in Singapore and establishing the first Halal-certified restaurant – MUTIARA Seafood, and JUMBO Group’s premium dining concept – JUMBO Signatures, adding up to more than 25 restaurants.

For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.jumbogroup.sg/">https://www.jumbogroup.sg</a>

To address the issue of talent shortage in Singapore's F&B industry, JUMBO Group of Restaurants launches JUMBO Academy graced by the Guest of Honour, Ms. Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY). JUMBO Academy is a homegrown training institute dedicated to cultivating a skilled F&B workforce.<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/23c03b436286763300f5605d21c7b60f7b509f5a1de9f8ca64b7a2c1772ab2d6/JUMBO%20Academy%20Press%20Release%201.jpeg" alt="Image" />Singapore, 28 March 2024&nbsp;– To address the issue of talent shortage in Singapore's F&amp;B industry, JUMBO Group of Restaurants launches JUMBO Academy graced by the Guest of Honour, Ms. Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY). JUMBO Academy is a homegrown training institute dedicated to cultivating a skilled F&amp;B workforce.Through the JUMBO Academy, JUMBO Group reinforces its commitment to be an incubator of talents in Singapore’s F&amp;B industry by deepening its advocacy for and promotion of Asian culinary and hospitality training. JUMBO aims to attract and support more talents looking for F&amp;B careers by offering upskilling, reskilling, internship, and scholarship opportunities open to students and aspiring mid-career professionals alike.&nbsp;<h2>Upskilling and Reskilling: Developing a Resilient F&amp;B Workforce</h2>Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's 2022 National Day message emphasised the importance of upskilling and reskilling to sustain Singapore's economic progress. In the Budget 2024 speech, Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Lawrence Wong highlighted SkillsFuture as one of the initiatives to provide upskilling support for employers and individuals, showing the government's continued efforts to boost workforce resilience and development.Mr Ang Kiam Meng, Group Chief Executive Officer of JUMBO Group of Restaurants, expresses the Group's efforts in support of the lifelong learning vision: “Building on our 30-year tradition of ‘Bonding people through food’, JUMBO is dedicated to nurturing talent in culinary and hospitality excellence through our industry expertise.”&nbsp;<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/4b2afdfd2f173e2ef1590f693343e9852a6d99b3fe9b83933118630c14f97bf5/Mr%20Ang%20Kiam%20Meng.jpg" alt="Image" />“We believe food connects people and we are committed to shaping the future of this experience. Through JUMBO Academy, The Heart of Asian Hospitality, we will honour tradition while driving innovation to elevate Singapore’s status as a food paradise.”<h2>Accessible and Applicable: Providing fundings, sponsorships, and hands-on experience</h2>JUMBO Group believes that quality education should be accessible to everyone. As a Registered Training Provider, the Group works closely with SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) to provide course fee funding and grants to individuals and employers. JUMBO Group also works with Workforce Singapore (WSG) to leverage the Career Conversion Programme (CCP) to reskill mid-career workers. With the new JUMBO Academy, existing workers can be trained to take on higher-value jobs that provide good career prospects.For those keen on exploring the world of F&amp;B management, JUMBO Academy offers scholarship under its Management Associates Programme, which supports trainees through a fully-sponsored education (diploma or degree) in a relevant field of study. Aspiring individuals within JUMBO Group will also be offered a chance to join the Fast Track Programme that provides accelerated pathways for career advancement within JUMBO Group.&nbsp;<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/fe820a9273543566754a0b1c963de1e9ad68c61ba2e5a0f2adfa1ac31a3fd13e/JUMBO%20Press%20Release%202.jpg" alt="Image" />JUMBO also focuses on practical applicability across its programmes by adopting an innovative training approach that combines classroom teaching and hands-on practice. Such immersive experiences empower trainees with industry-standard skills and the confidence to step into their F&amp;B career roles with readily useable skills.&nbsp;In 2023, JUMBO was awarded the “Certified On-the-Job Training Centre” status by the Institute of Technical Education (ITE). This status affirms the JUMBO's role as an industry leader in providing holistic workplace learning to support its trainees' professional growth and personal development.<h2>JUMBO x ITE partnership: Some 1,000 students to benefit over three years</h2>Through a longstanding partnership, JUMBO has empowered ITE students in Culinary Arts and Hospitality Operations by providing practical learning experiences that extend beyond textbooks, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue their aspirations and thrive within the F&amp;B industry.<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/fea97dd6a4e25b150c545b42018bb7e3d7eb91fbbd630b734d415413ad4264dc/JUMBO%20Academy%20Press%20Release%202.jpeg" alt="Image" />During the JUMBO Academy launch ceremony on 27 March 2024, the two organisations also announced their continued collaboration by signing a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Under the MOU, both parties will commit to innovative initiatives such as the new JUMBO internship awards, internship opportunities, workshops, and learning journeys for some 1,000 ITE students.“We are pleased to ink our partnership with JUMBO as part of our commitment to nurturing culinary talents. The internship opportunities, internship awards, learning journeys, and chef demo workshops offered by JUMBO, together with joint efforts such as food hackathons, will enrich our students’ learning experiences and enhance their motivation and passion&nbsp;as they embark on their culinary careers,” says Ms Low Khah Gek, Chief Executive Officer of ITE.&nbsp;<img style="width: 100%;" src="https://vritimes-public.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/production/79cefa73893819bf20a591345ab955e438ff92de59e5c4a584d21f1a5cd8ba0f/JUMBO%20Press%20Release%203.jpg" alt="Image" />JUMBO and ITE will also continue its “JUMBO x ITE Culinary Hackathon”, a sustainability-themed challenge for ITE students that was first held in 2023. Through such out-of-classroom activities, the partners hope to inspire participants to become creative problem solvers in the face of challenges common in the dynamic F&amp;B industry.<h2>Welcoming Lifelong Learners: JUMBO Academy courses now open for registration</h2>Individuals, mid-career switchers, current F&amp;B workers and media representatives are invited to explore the opportunities provided by JUMBO Academy and actively participate in shaping the future of F&amp;B in Singapore. Course registration is now open at jumboacademy.com.sg.Note to Editors:&nbsp;High-resolutions images are available for download from <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1MbdhXgSGtr6hLC2cYpJDQOaZ7-TdKXw3">this link</a>.&nbsp;<h2>About JUMBO Group Limited</h2>JUMBO Group Limited (“JUMBO Group”) is one of Singapore’s leading multi-dining concept F&amp;B establishments. Fulfilling its philosophy of “Bonding People Through Food”, JUMBO Group has grown to over 20 restaurants in Singapore and other Asia countries with 4 restaurant brands – JUMBO Seafood, NG AH SIO Bak Kut Teh, Singapore Seafood Republic, and Xinyao Hainanese Chicken Rice.Besides renowned local brands such as Chui Huay Lim Teochew Cuisine, Zui Yu Xuan Teochew Cuisine, Chao Ting, Kok Kee Wonton Noodle, and Lau Lim Mee Pok, JUMBO Group has expanded its local presence by operating Hong Kong’s famous “Cha Chaan Teng” restaurant –Tsui Wah in Singapore and establishing the first Halal-certified restaurant – MUTIARA Seafood, and JUMBO Group’s premium dining concept – JUMBO Signatures, adding up to more than 25 restaurants.For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.jumbogroup.sg/">https://www.jumbogroup.sg</a>

Food / Sweets

Restaurant / Fast food / Streetfood

Full time job / Part-time job / Career

To address the issue of talent shortage in Singapore's F&B industry, JUMBO Group of Restaurants launches JUMBO Academy graced by the Guest of Honour, Ms. Low Yen Ling, Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) and Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY). JUMBO Academy is a homegrown training institute dedicated to cultivating a skilled F&B workforce.

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