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The WorldSkills contest took place in Switzerland.

Cooks, electricians, hotel receptionists and other skilled workers are tested and celebrated at this event.

They're competing against each other.

Competitors show off their skills in front of an audience and judges.

A 19 year old, Tim Oberli, from Switzerland, took part in the competition for hotel receptionists.

His interest in this job started as a child on holiday, while noticing guests and staff in the hotel lobby.

Oberli's been a hotel receptionist since 16 and is currently the head of a team of receptionists at a luxury hotel.

However, he's still nervous about competing against 15 receptionists from other countries.

Actors play the roles of guests in difficult situations and competitors are expected to solve the problems on the spot.

The global director of WorldSkills, Jane Stokie, explains.

Apart from the practical skills, competitors have to show their knowledge in a written exam.

But for Oberli, helping the guests is his main aim.

Though Oberli placed second, he's pleased with his achievement.

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