The event took place at the Hilton London Metropole on 7th November and was attended by over 700 people. The Multicultural Apprentice Awards celebrate the nation’s most inspiring apprentices and the employers as well as the institutions that champion them.
Compass Group UK & Ireland took home the award in the Large Employer of the Year category for their commitment in attracting and supporting apprentices from diverse backgrounds.
The company now has over 700 people learning through apprenticeships from Level 2 to Level 6 with subjects ranging from culinary to finance, facilities management and HR. The following Compass apprentices were recognised as Highly Commended in their categories:
- Intermediate Apprenticeship: Zyanya Cadman – production chef, ESS
- Retail, Hospitality & Tourism: Victoria Caroline Pedro Decker - head of housekeeping at a school within Lodestone House
Compass was also on the shortlist for:
- Intermediate Apprenticeship: Kundai Nazare – commis chef, Eurest
- Retail, Hospitality & Tourism: Junior Geyoro – business development exec chef, Chartwells Universities
and Albert Barbuta - hospitality head chef, Restaurant Associates - Retail, Hospitality & Tourism: Compass Group UK & Ireland
Jonathan Foot, director of skills and early careers at Compass Group UK & Ireland, said: “A huge shoutout to our five fantastic apprentices who made the shortlisted - especially Zyanya and Victoria who were highly commended – they made us all so proud.
“Winning Large Employer of the Year for the second year in a row at the Multicultural Apprenticeship Awards is an incredible achievement. This truly reflects our culture and dedication to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for all. A big well done to our entire team.”