Recognising Excellence and Achievement in Hospitality Apprenticeships

There are three categories of Award to recognise excellence on the part of Apprentices, Employers and Apprenticeship Providers.

Hospitality Apprentice of the Year

Open to all those of any age registered on, or who have recently completed an advanced apprenticeship in the hospitality industry. Those successfully completing a practical work-based project will take part in a national final during May 2010, to include a two-day residential event of individual, group and team activities.

The work areas to be included are; Professional Cookery, Restaurant Service, Pub, Housekeeping, Reception, Portering and Concierge and Customer Service.

Entrants should have completed Level 2 and be undertaking Level 3, or have achieved Level 3 within the last 12 months by the 14th May 2010.

In addition to Apprenticeship Route winners there will be an overall Hospitality Apprentice of the Year 2010. 

To apply for an entry form click here. 

Closing date for receipt of completed entry form: 14th May 2010

Hospitality Apprentice Employer of the Year

Open to all employers in the hospitality industry who can demonstrate a substantial and sustained commitment to developing their workforce through apprenticeships, together with the measurable impact this has had on tackling skill shortages and improving business performance.  Evidence will also be sought of best practice in the employment, mentoring and support of apprentices.  Shortlisted entries will be externally verified on site in May 2010 by a team of external assessors.

To apply for an entry form click here

Closing date for receipt of completed entry form: 14th May 2010

Hospitality Apprentice Provider of the Year

Open to all colleges, organisations and work-based learning providers who deliver apprenticeships in the hospitality industry. Evidence of performance improvement and innovation will be sought, in May 2010, together with endorsements from both apprentices and their employers.

To apply for an entry form click here. 

 Closing date for receipt of completed entry form: 14th May 2010