The Hospitality Apprenticeship Showcase brings together apprentices from hospitality companies to meet with MPs and ministers, exploring the future of the industry and showcasing the ‘exceptional career paths’ available through apprenticeships.
Alun Cairns, MP for Vale of Glamorgan and chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG), opened the event by remarking: “Apprenticeships play a crucial role in the hospitality industry. They help to support the growth and sustainability of the sector.
“It is a pleasure to be hosting the Hospitality Apprenticeship Showcase at such a prestigious venue as the House of Commons. This showcase is a testament to the talent and hard work of aspiring hospitality apprentices, and it is a privilege to be part of celebrating their achievements.”
Five apprentices were awarded for their ‘outstanding achievements’ in their careers, including:
- Tom Foster from Stonegate Group
- Fiat Worthington from Mitchells and Butlers
- Emma Duke from Umbrella Training
- Anthony David from Marston's
- Kerry Rafferty from Greene King
Jill Whittaker OBE, managing director of HIT Training, added: "The future of hospitality lies in the hands of our apprentices, and it is our responsibility to provide them with the tools and support they need to succeed. I am honoured to have the opportunity to speak at this event and to host the first-ever panel discussion, and I look forward to continuing to work with the next generation of hospitality leaders."