Restaurant Manager Review

by Whitbread

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

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

I am a Restaurant Manager, I help and answer to the General Manager. I am line manager to our front of house team, we are a pub restaurant and have numerous guest from the hotel and local community. I serve guest take orders, run food and make drinks, while ensuring we stay compliant, safe and legal. Giving our guests the best experience with us is my main focus.

10/10

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

I have learned many new skills within the business, how to be a better manager and how the company works.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I have really enjoyed it, it has helped me understand my role more and my tutor has been extremely supportive and helpful

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It was very organised and structured, learning and support groups each month, to interact with other learners within our company so we can help support one another for the same cause

10/10

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

I have had plenty of support and encouragement while doing the course

10/10

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

My trainer has been amazing, I couldn't of asked for a better trainer. She cares and supports all of her apprentices

10/10

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

It gives me a better understanding and helps me learn different management processes to be a better manager

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.)

5/10

9a. Would you recommend Whitbread to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is very rewarding, they like to help you progress and care about their employees.

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

Just be yourself, I would definitely recommend whitbread, they are inclusive of everyone and encourage you to be yourself!!