Deputy Hotel Manager Review

by Whitbread

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

My role involves managing the team and engaging them. Making sure that there is a solid operation in place to ensure that we are delivering the needs of our guests.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

Yes, I have developed more skills and enjoyed learning the new modules.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the on the job learning and backing that up with classroom skills day. It takes me out of the operation so I have the time, energy which I don’t usually have.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It’s very well organised and structured. The team are very experienced and they have a plan in place to ensure that we are well equipped to perform our roles. But also there is a support systems in place.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive the training that k require to do my job and they are really keen that we do these apprenticeships

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

I receive enough support

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Whitbread to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It’s a really nice place to work everyone is friendly and they are keen for you to progress if you are able to. Equally they want to ensure you are happy so if you want to take a step back they always find a what you need to do

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Whitbread?

I would say go for it. You will definitely be able to drive your own career choices.