Hospitality Management Degree Apprenticeship
PARK PLAZA HOTELS (UK) LIMITED
London, SE1 7UT
Closes tomorrow (Sunday 22 September at 11:59pm)
Posted on 4 September 2024
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Summary
Opportunity to complete a Degree Apprenticeship across 3 years with Park Plaza Hotels (PPHE Hotel Group). An exciting opportunity to gain practical experience in one of the most highly recognised hospitality organisations in the world providing you with the opportunity to study a fully funded Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship in Hospitality.
- Annual wage
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£23,795 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Non-contractual service charge
- Training course
- Chartered manager (degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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Monday - Sunday. Weekend and evening shifts to be confirmed (TBC)
40 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Friday 1 November
- Duration
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3 Years
- Positions available
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Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- This is your chance to develop your knowledge and practical skills, guided by a team of outstanding professionals who are committed to building confident team leaders
- In your first 2 years, you will spend time in Housekeeping, Reception and Food & Beverage on rotation, gaining a rounded knowledge of the hotel
- Following this you will pick a specialism in one of these areas, which you will continue in your role to develop your supervisory/managerial skills for the final year of your programme
- Identify service/organisational improvements and opportunities for innovation and growth, using qualitative and quantitative analysis of information and data and benchmarking against others
- Support the development of organisational strategies and plans
We are looking for hard-working candidates who can demonstrate dedication and enthusiasm in helping manage our hotels and look after our guests with warmth and compassion.
Where you’ll work
199 Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7UT
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE
Your training course
Chartered manager (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
Your training plan
36 months practical training period, plus 3-6 months for End Point Assessment:
Delivery model:
- Work-based training with your employer
- Day release (approximately 1 day a week) in London
- Off the job training will count for at least 6 hours a week of an apprentice’s time at work
Qualifications included:
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
- BA (Hons) Applied Hospitality Management
- Level 6 Chartered Manager (Degree) Apprenticeship
Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English Language (grade 9 - 4 (A*- C ))
- Maths (grade 9 - 4 (A*- C ))
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Creativity & Adaptability
- Passion for hospitality
- Can do attitude
- Willingness to learn
Other requirements
This is a Degree Apprenticeship in a hospitality business, so will involve shift work including weekends, bank holidays and evenings. There is also the opportunity to earn service charge and other incentives on top of the salary stated above. Other benefits available: Fully funded BA degree in Applied Hospitality Management. Two meals per day - including days off if you wish to come in! Job security - No zero-hours contract! Start with 30 days holiday per year - including bank holidays (based on 5 day week) Discounted rates (extends to the Radisson Hotel Group worldwide and family & friends) 50% F&B discount at our restaurants and bars Award-winning training Company pension plan Access to 40% of your pay before payday! Recommend a friend scheme - £750 Travel season ticket loans* Discounted gym membership, massage & while at work* Ride to Work Scheme BenefitHub – Discounted prices at hundreds of online and High Street stores, supermarkets, major retailers, attractions, restaurants and cinemas. Free uniform dry cleaning Uniforms provided (if applicable)(applicable) Departmental productivity and service incentive schemes* Annual staff parties & events Free financial and mortgage advice 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme Extensive online training programmes Discounted taxis home when travelling late at night* Rota’s published at least two weeks in advance (if applicable) * See T&C policy for further details and eligibility
About this company
At PPHE Hotel Group, we are creators. Working here is about creating amazing experiences for our guests – and an amazing future for yourself. We offer excellent training, a supportive team environment and real opportunities to learn, grow and follow a career. We are an award-winning international hospitality and real estate group with 48 hotels, resorts and campsites across eight countries. It takes a multi-talented team behind the scenes to support such a large and diverse hotel business. Our teams set strategies, manage operations, and find new ways to engage and impress guests. This is a place where your specialist skills and experience can create a genuine impact – while you progress your career in the hospitality world.
After this apprenticeship
- The potential opportunity of an exciting management position on successful completion of your programme, in the location of your choice, subject to availability
- Successful apprentices will have the option to apply for professional recognition as Chartered Managers and Members of the Chartered Management Institute (CMgr MCMI) and/or as a member of the Institute for Leadership & Management or other relevant professional body
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
UNIVERSITY OF GLOUCESTERSHIRE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000269442.
Apply now
Closes tomorrow (Sunday 22 September at 11:59pm)
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