Practical hospitality training for Vietnam’s next generation of service professionals
International Hospitality Academy Vietnam is being built to help beginners develop real hospitality skills through practical training in:
- check_circle Bartending
- check_circle Waitstaff service
- check_circle Front-of-house
- check_circle Hotel service basics
Built from 20 years of hospitality experience.
Choose your path
For Students
Start building practical hospitality skills with structured beginner-friendly training.
Join the Founding Student Waitlist →For Employers
Train your team with practical service workshops built for hospitality businesses.
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Learn more about the academy vision, business model, and private materials.
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Built from 20 years of hospitality experience
International Hospitality Academy is being developed as a scalable training company, anchored by the 20 years of hospitality and F&B experience of founder Kevin Thornton. Our mission is to build the systems, curriculum, and future trainer team needed to raise the standard of service in Vietnam.
Why this academy matters
Vietnam’s hospitality industry is growing fast. To succeed, businesses need staff who can communicate well, move professionally, and understand service standards.
Many beginners are motivated, but lack structured practical training before stepping into real workplace environments.
International Hospitality Academy is being built to help close that gap.
Built for beginners
Step-by-step foundational learning.
Practical, hands-on training
Real drills replacing passive lectures.
Designed with employers in mind
Focus on real workplace habits.
What students actually practice
International Hospitality Academy is being built around practical service drills that help beginners build confidence before stepping into real hospitality environments.
Greeting guests
First impressions and welcoming posture.
Table setup
Mise-en-place and dining room prep.
Bar tools & workflow
Handling equipment and bar hygiene.
Seating & reservations
Host stand flow and table management.
Guest communication
Active listening and clear speaking.
Complaint handling
De-escalation and recovery strategies.
Service English
Essential vocabulary for international guests.
Workplace habits
Punctuality, grooming, and teamwork.
Explore practical programs
Bartending Track
local_barBest for:
Beginners interested in bar service
Focus:
Bar setup, tools, hygiene, drink prep, workflow
Waitstaff Track
restaurantBest for:
Beginners entering restaurant service
Focus:
Steps of service, table setup, communication, guest care
Front-of-House Track
conciergeBest for:
Students interested in greeting and guest coordination
Focus:
Seating, reservations, waitlist flow, first impressions
Hotel Service Basics
hotelBest for:
Students interested in hotel and guest-facing roles
Focus:
Guest communication, front desk basics, professionalism
Ready to start training?
Save Your SpotHow training works
International Hospitality Academy uses repetition, feedback, and practical drills to build confidence.
Learn the foundations
Practice in realistic service scenarios
Receive trainer feedback
Complete practical assessments and earn a Certificate of Completion
A future HCMC flagship training HQ is being planned
International Hospitality Academy is developing a future training HQ concept designed around mock service zones, practical drills, and hands-on hospitality learning.
Explore the Facility VisionFounding student launch
International Hospitality Academy is currently building its early launch foundation. Selected early cohorts will be invited to join the Founding Student Waitlist and receive updates as training plans, schedules, and launch details become clearer.
Join the Founding Student WaitlistFounding student launch tuition
7,000,000-9,000,000 VND
for selected early cohorts
Regular tuition preview
9,000,000-15,000,000 VND
Final tuition, schedules, and launch details are subject to rollout planning and operational readiness.
Training support for hospitality employers
International Hospitality Academy is also being built to support hospitality businesses with practical team training, service refreshers, and custom workshop formats designed around real workplace needs.
- check_circle Custom workshops
- check_circle 2-day and 5-day formats
- check_circle Manager-observed training
- check_circle Practical service drills
Invest in your team
A well-trained team delivers better service, drives higher revenue, and reduces turnover.
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For investors and strategic partners
International Hospitality Academy is building a broader hospitality training ecosystem with student training, employer services, and long-term platform potential. Private materials are available by request.
Request Private Investor InfoHelp shape the future of service in Vietnam
Whether you are a future student, hospitality employer, partner, or investor, International Hospitality Academy is building a practical training ecosystem designed to support stronger service standards in Vietnam.