Assistant Manager Review
at St Austell Brewery
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Hospitality Management
St Austell
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.5 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I write rotas and forecast accordingly, manage the team ensure they are ready for service, handle cashing up and banking, book off invoices and order stock, run business in General Managers absence.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I thoroughly enjoy it, especially while working as I get hands on training and real life scenarios.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt more about the HR side of the business through my course, as well as my leadership and management styles, as well as any gaps I need to focus on to develop.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Extremely, my tutor is always available to answer any questions or give advice and each lecture is always planned properly and gives us the essential material for learning
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
My General Manager helps answer any questions where possible and ensures I have allocated learning time as well as helping develop any areas he thinks I need development in.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
They are always available to answer any questions or give advice and regularly check in with me and my progress.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It has helped me feel more confident in my job role and has helped identify gaps for my professional development.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
I have attended a few training sessions, and meetings for networking - assistant managers and 'pubfest' for the whole estate.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend St Austell Brewery to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They look after their employees, they have great visions and values and they are so many opportunities to progress with the support of different departments.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to St Austell Brewery?
Be yourself, understand the business values and missions and get involved in other activities such as beach cleans and charity walks to meet others in the company and help the community at the same time.
