“The NEC Group is one of the region’s
largest employers and Amadeus provides catering services for some of the biggest live events in the country. We are pleased that in partnership with Solihull College, we can give young people in the area the opportunity to gain invaluable experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. “To date, the programme has given
28 young people out of a pledged 100 the opportunity to launch a career in catering. As part of the scheme, the apprentices are given the opportunity to work across all of Amadeus’ home venues, as well as
at external venues and events like the Library of Birmingham and RHS Flower Show Tatton Park.”
Shaun Hindle, senior director of employment and skills, Solihull College “The Amadeus Apprenticeship Programme in partnership with Solihull College is designed to give young people between the ages of 18-24 the best possible work-ready skills to move into a career in hospitality. “Apprentices learn how to deliver
outstanding retail, exhibition, conference and event catering to around 3.5 million visitors a year.
Case study Jack Malkin, apprentice “I discovered the Apprenticeship Programme at an open day at Solihull College and was one of the first to join. “During the initial eight-week training
programme, I gained experience working across all of the NEC Group’s home venues. I worked hard to prove myself and was then interviewed and gained a place as an official apprentice for Amadeus. While working, I attended college one day a week. “Amadeus is a key brand within
a big organisation, so I knew this scheme would help me gain
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“Along with gaining enviable
experience at both the LG Arena and Birmingham’s International Convention Centre, learners gain a range of qualifications. “After successfully completing the
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in hospitality service, the Certificate Level 2 in hospitality and catering principles and Level 1 in both English and Maths, learners are awarded the Level 2 apprenticeship in hospitality. “This apprenticeship with such
a prestigious and successful brand is allowing young people to gain the invaluable experience needed to succeed within hospitality.”
experience in an industry I have always been interested in. “It gave me
a taster of lots of areas of hospitality and I was able to find out which area I wanted to progress in. “I am really pleased to have been
offered a contract at Amadeus and look forward to developing my catering career further. I would recommend the programme to anyone looking to gain experience in the industry.”
Jack Malkin with NEC group chief executive Paul Thandi
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