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JD Wetherspoon

Shift manager Review

at JD Wetherspoon

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Hospitality Management

Clacton-on-Sea

Review Submitted: March 2022

Overall Rating

4.3 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I manage shifts, lead a team and keep on top of all health and safety in the business.
I help improve staff skill and motivation
I look at stocks, plan a rota, complete orders of products needed all back of house too.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy this programme and I think it’s a great opportunity to get a qualification whilst still working.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve learnt more about leadership and management styles, how I can incorporate them into my jobs role and see how they improve the teams work ethic

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised and structured. I was communicated with the whole way through and felt like I had lots of support.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
If I need the support from my employer, I get it.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot. Any time I needed help, I could email and I would get the support I needed straight away via email or a phone call.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Everything I’ve learnt I take on board and I believe will/ is making me a better manager
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
No

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend JD Wetherspoon to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It’s a really good company to work for that offers great progression opportunities and will invest in a career for their employees by applying the apprenticeship
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to JD Wetherspoon?
Be confident and push yourself and you’ll be able to go far in the company, if you want to.
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