Shannon College of Hotel Management at WorldSkills

Posted on October 10, 2024 Kate Ryan, a Year 4 student at Shannon College of Hotel Management, brought Ireland international recognition at the WorldSkills 2024 competition in Lyon, France. Representing her country in Restaurant Service, Kate showcased exceptional skills in a variety of service areas, including Casual Dining, Bar, Barista, Banquet Service, and Fine Dining. Her dedication to excellence was evident as she competed against 36 countries, embodying the renowned Irish hospitality, Céad Míle Fáilte.



Trained by Andrew Langford, a Lecturer at Shannon College and Chief Expert for Restaurant Service WorldSkills Lyon 2024, Kate underwent rigorous preparation over the summer. She was supported by industry partners including Ashford Castle, The Clermont Blackrock, The Kings Head, The Old Barracks Coffee Roastery, and Mary Coppinger Uniforms.

Kate's outstanding performance culminated in a WorldSkills Medallion for Excellence, a prestigious award that underscores her exceptional skills and dedication. Reflecting on her experience, Kate shared, "Competing at WorldSkills was an incredible journey. It was challenging but incredibly rewarding. I am deeply grateful for the support of my college, trainers, and industry partners."

Ivan Hanrahan, a year 3 student at Shannon College of Hotel Management, represented Shannon College at the RDS Worldskills Ireland restaurant competition. Ivan spent many hours in the weeks leading up to the event, practicing and developing his skills to take on the big stage. His dedication and passion shone through at the event and we are proud to share that he took home the bronze medal with very little between each competitor.