Contributed by: Sabrina Loi (DHM 0410)
I had an awesome experience at Berjaya University College Of Hospitality (Berjaya UCH) on the 12th of March, 2010.
Me and my best pal, Sook Kuan a.k.a. Amanda, were invited by Mr. Christopher for a trial class at the Upper East Side Cafe at Berjaya UCH, 14th Floor, Berjaya Times Square.
The Upper East Side Cafe - Berjaya University College of Hospitality
I am considered as a BUCH current student because I registered myself in February.
As they say, “Seeing is Believing”, I too was truly fascinated by the facilities at Berjaya UCH.
I quickly enrolled myself and began counting the days left for classes to begin.
Luckily, I was offered the chance to experience a day of practical classes with the seniors.
So let’s talk about my day as a trainee at the Upper East Side Cafe.
I learnt alot of things about running a cafe, thanks to the seniors; Rainnie, Angela, Dominic, Karan, Hein Yew and Michelle.
Having fun with the seniors.
For instance I learned:-
How to polish a wine glass.
How to serve a customer.
How to arrange cutlery on the tables.
How to be a professional waiter/ waitress.
Where to store the cutleries, plates and glasses after clearing up the cafe.
Arranging cutlery on the tables.
Amanda and I had a great time helping the seniors with their daily operations.
At the end of the day, we were each given a delicious piece of pastry for helping out.
Apart from that, we even got student discounts for all the breads and desserts we purchased.
We made new friends; Rainnie, Angela, Karan, Dominic, Shaun, Michelle and many others.
And we ate alot too! 
Enjoying our meal after service.
After the cafe operations however, there was one more very special session… They called it the ‘Trolley Sales’!
All the mouth-watering cakes, desserts, pastries, breads and cookies were loaded onto a cart.
We were given the chance to follow Michelle and Angela to sell the delectables to the Berjaya Corporation employees and Berjaya UCH Staff and students.
The response was enormous! Everyone couldn’t resist the sweet temptation and rushed to buy their favorites!
Delicious cakes for Trolley Sales!
It was certainly a wonderful experience attending the practical class at the Upper East Side Cafe.
I’m really thankful to all the seniors who welcomed us so lovingly and thought us a lot in such a short period of time.
Last but not least thanks to Mr. Resh, Ms. Sheila and Mr. Christopher for the opportunity to attend the practical class!
A Chocolaty Truffle Cake all for MYSELF! Muahahahaha!
I really can’t wait to see you guys this April!
It has certainly been the year of firsts! The first students, the first classes, the first days in kitchen, and finally our first student blog!
Introducing The CONCIERGE!
2009 has flew away so quickly and 2010 is here promising a bigger and better university life for Berjaya UCH students. But first, let’s take a ride through the year that was and have a look at the fantastic time we had.
We begin with our first day in college. Everyone was just so excited and nervous at the same time. Orientation Day was fun. Running around the entire mall and laughing around with each other during the ice-breaking activities. It was hilarious. Except when it came to the grueling English Entrance Test. Well, that was it, the beginning of our journey.
Our First Day in College. Orientation Day
Enjoying a drink after the ‘Amazing Race’ around BTS
April 2009 Orientation Day Group Photo
And then comes the BBQ Night at the Student Accommodations, Awana Puri. It was a very juicy night with delicious food on the grill by the poolside. Students and staff members had a splash of a time; and we have pictures to prove it!
Starting up a FIRE!
Yummy!
Trying the get Wilfred into the pool. SPLASH!
Cute right?! Next up, our first Sports Week!
We had competitions for Pool, Table Tennis, and Bowling. Students and staff members took up the challenge and for the entire week, the college was buzzing with fun and enthusiasm. Check it out!
First up, the girls Pool Competition
And the guys competition
Ping-Pong-Ping-Pong-Ping—
Check out Hein Yew’s Hair!
The Grand Finale – Bowling Competition
We’ve Got Balls!
STRIKE!
To celebrate a fantastic Sports Week, we threw an even more fun Karaoke Night!
Once again, students and staffs displayed their talents and sang the night away along with some makan-makan.
The night began by presenting medals to the winners of the Sports Week.
Curi all the medals wei!
The Diva – Ms. Angela!
It’s all about the FOOD!
The Fun is just never-ending!
After the Kira-OK Night, we played host to Celebrity Chef and the King of Grill, Chef Robert Rainford!
He shared his experience and thought us some tricks for the kitchen. On the last night of his visit, the students were even given a chance to serve at the VIP Dinner event organized by the Asian Food Channel.
Amongst those on the list were the founders of AFC themselves, and the ex-PM, Dato’ Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi along with his family.
Our COO, Mdm. Mae with the founders of Asian Food Channel at the launch of Robert Rainford Weekend @ Berjaya UCH
Chef Robert shares his experience with Berjaya UCH students
Students meet the Celebrity Chef in person
Our celebrity series continued with many more renowned names.
Moses Chan, Maria Cordero, David Kerr, Frederic Carriere, among the few others.
Learning from the Flaring Master
Learning from the Flaring Master
Visit by Hong Kong Tourism Board with Maria Cordero
Let’s get Cheesy with Frederic Carriere – Cheese Expert
Royal Visit by Norwegian Ambassador
Nevertheless, our students too got a share of the limelight throughout the year.
Let’s look at some of the achievements of our students.
Hysteria – A Haunted Campus Halloween Party!
Winners of FHM Culinary Competition – from left, Keegan, Kang Shen and Wilfred with their medals
Christmas Comes Early to Samplings On The Fourteen
Recipients of the Dean’s List Award
It was certainly a great year filled with fun and excitement.
But in the end, it all comes down to passing the exams!
Our Final Exam of 2009! Stress!
And so the year came to an end.
2009 has passed along and 2010 is goin to be another eventful year!
Be back soon to The Concierge as we will keep you updated on all the happenings at the most prestigious University College of Hospitality in Malaysia, Berjaya UCH!
