Planning to work in Romania? Take the test, show your experience.
For waiters, cooks, room attendants and receptionists: take the test online, prove your experience, and show the employer a certificate they can check with a QR code.
By Viorel Păun, The Butler Hospitality Collection
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Planning to work in Romania as a waiter, cook, room attendant or receptionist? Take the test online, show your experience, and get The Butler certificate. The employer or the agency checks it on their phone with a QR code, before you even arrive.
| Job | Start here | The Butler Skill Test |
|---|---|---|
| Waiter | Free practice test | The Butler Skill Test · 119 lei |
| Cook | Free practice test | The Butler Skill Test · 119 lei |
| Room attendant | Free practice test | The Butler Skill Test · 119 lei |
| Receptionist | Free practice test | The Butler Skill Test · 119 lei |
How it works
- Free practice test. 10 questions in simple English, on your phone. You see if you are ready.
- The Butler Skill Test. 4 modules, 10 questions in 10 minutes each, pass mark 80%. The time limit means only people with real experience pass.
- Your certificate. When you pass, The Butler issues your Skill Test certificate with your name, your job and a QR code. You can save it in Google Wallet and show it at any interview.
Price: 119 lei per job (about 46 euro), paid once by card or Google Pay. The certificate is included.
Why a certificate helps you
- Your CV says where you worked. The certificate shows what you know. Romanian hotels and restaurants are short of staff, and they want people who can work from day one.
- Agencies and employers check it in seconds. They scan the QR code and see your real results.
- It is in English. You do not need to speak Romanian to take it.
- It travels with you. It stays in your phone, in Google Wallet.
What The Butler Skill Test checks
| Job | Topics |
|---|---|
| Waiter | Table service, table setting, wine and drinks, guests, allergies, complaints |
| Cook | Cooking techniques, sauces, kitchen team, food safety, food cost, stock |
| Room attendant | Cleaning order, linen, chemicals, hygiene, guest privacy, lost items |
| Receptionist | Check-in and check-out, bookings, meal plans, guests, personal data, safety |
Before you start: read our guides on hotel jobs in Romania, waiter interview questions and your first week as a room attendant.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take the test from Nepal, Sri Lanka or India?
Yes. Everything is online and works on a phone. You need an internet connection and about 10 minutes for each module.
How much does The Butler Skill Test cost?
119 lei (about 24 euro) per job. The practice test is free.
What if I do not pass?
Each module has a pass mark of 80%. Use the free practice test and the explanations to prepare first.
Who issues the certificate?
The Butler Collection SRL, a Romanian company (brand The Butler Hospitality Collection). Each certificate has its own QR code that leads to the check page. It is not an ANC state qualification.
Will it get me a job?
No certificate can promise a job. It shows the employer your real results, which helps you stand out from other candidates.
The Butler certificate is issued by The Butler Collection SRL to everyone who passes the assessment. It is not a Romanian state qualification (ANC) certificate. This page does not give advice about visas or work permits; ask your licensed recruitment agency or the Romanian authorities.
