Located in the railway arches of Bermondsey, the space is dedicated to developing culinary skill, guest service excellence and operational leadership across the business. The new hub gives colleagues a place to learn, experiment and grow. It is where skills are sharpened, ideas are shared and careers move forward.
Training will cover every part of the guest journey. From coffee craft and barista workshops to culinary innovation and guest service excellence. Teams will also take part in programmes focused on sustainability, nutrition, health and safety, and leadership development.
The Learning Loft will also become a destination for suppliers and partners. Restaurant Associates says it will be a place to showcase new products, share innovation and explore new ideas.
Sue Thompson, director of business excellence at Restaurant Associates, said: “We are incredibly excited about what this space represents for our teams. The Learning Loft is where new talent begins their journey and where our people continue to grow their skills through hands on training and masterclasses.
“Choosing a central London location close to many of our teams and clients was important. This will be a hub for creativity and excellence across the whole business. It also gives our suppliers a dedicated destination to connect with us and showcase the very best of what they do.
“Being next door to Grazing, our delivered hospitality brand, makes the space even more special. It brings together brilliant people, great ideas and the energy that drives our business forward.”