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Whitbread plc

Deputy hotel manager Review

at Whitbread plc

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Hospitality Management

Manchester

Review Submitted: March 2023

Overall Rating

5 /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
5/5 - 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
In my job role I oversee all daily operations that take place in a busy 195 bedroom hotel plus F&B accommodating up to 300 diners/ day. My team comprises of 4 duty managers, a head housekeeper and a kitchen manager that help me run a team of 60+ employees. We focus on measures such as guest feedback, apprenticeships, health and safety, finance, team retention, sales, stocks and any unexpected issues that come up while keeping up with all the current updates in our sector. We are also part of a region so our work streams sometimes extend regionally.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I find the programme useful and has helped me build confidence in my job role. I find the content very well structured and engaging. It’s also not very overwhelming and the way is scheduled gives me time I need to work and study at the same time.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned many new skills such as :
How to deal with a grievance
How to follow performance management with an employee
How to pass nsf
How to pass finance audit
How to investigate variances
How to run a full team meeting

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured in terms of time and content. I am able to easily schedule my time to be able to attend all webinars and face to face and also complete the activities at the same time as working as well.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Enough support. My line manager is available most times I need and he checks up on my progress regularly.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Good support. I have managed to keep in touch and I am able to ask questions any time I need anything. My training provider has been available and has checked up on my progression with the activities.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It helps me because it puts everything I do daily in my role into context. It helps me make sense to why we do , what we do, the way we do it. And that helps me be more assertive, especially when I need to cascade information to someone else in my team.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
We regularly hold development / networking days with other DHM’s from the region. This has helped me understand how the wider business operates.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Whitbread plc to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Because I found that whitbread looks after its employees not only in terms of progression but also in offering salaries that are above the minimum, plus other bonuses, incentives and other financial support. They offer a good environment to work .
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Whitbread plc?
Be consistent. Speak up about what you want to get out from working for whitbread as there is always a way to follow that can get you there.
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