Kai Oliver Buerkle, Chia
About Kai Oliver Buerkle, Chia
Kai Oliver Buerkle is a Manager in Training at Hotel Equities, with a diverse background in hospitality management across various roles in the United States and Germany. He has gained experience through positions at notable establishments such as Sodexo, The Westin Grand Frankfurt, and Marriott Vacations Worldwide.
Current Role at Hotel Equities
Kai Oliver Buerkle currently serves as a Manager in Training (MIT) at Hotel Equities in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He has been in this role since 2022, participating in a structured program that prepares candidates for future positions such as Operations Manager or Assistant General Manager. The program emphasizes hands-on experience in various aspects of hotel operations, including transitions, take-overs, and new hotel openings.
Previous Experience in Hospitality
Buerkle has a diverse background in the hospitality industry, having held several positions prior to his current role. He worked as a Concessions Supervisor at Sodexo for four months in 2021 in Flagstaff, Arizona. He also served as a Demichef de rang (Senior Banquet Coordinator) at The Westin Grand Frankfurt from 2018 to 2019. His experience includes a Front Office College Internship at Marriott Vacations Worldwide in 2020 and a Guest Service Agent role at Holiday Inn in 2017.
Education and Training in Hospitality
Buerkle studied Hospitality Administration/Management at Northern Arizona University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2019 to 2021. He also completed his vocational education at Berufliche Schulen am Gradierwerk, focusing on Bilingual and Multilingual Education from 2012 to 2014. His educational background is complemented by practical training, including an Apprenticeship in Hotel Management at Holiday Inn from 2015 to 2017.
Internship and Early Career Development
In addition to his formal education, Buerkle gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as a Food & Beverage College Intern at Piping Rock Club for three months in 2021 and participated in a Manager in Training program aimed at recent college graduates interested in hospitality. His early career roles provided him with foundational skills in guest services and food and beverage operations.