Deputy manager Review

by Mitchells & Butlers

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am responsible for the day to day running of the royal saracens head. This involves recruitment, deployment of labour, guests service, due diligence, running a safe business, hr, training and development of team, events, ensuring brand standards are in a place daily, Stock control. I report directly to the general manager who over sees the running of the business

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt plenty of skills since I started with Mitchell’s and butlers. This has mainly been done though the training platform mable. I started off as a barman so where I pulled my first pint to now at the present moment I am currently doing a degree where I am learning about the operational side of how a plc company runs

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

It is hard work and entails me doing lots of work outside of my contracted 48 hours, but I do enjoy pushing my limits and M&B have given me a great opportunity to do this. But I go to work with a smile on my face every day as everyday is different.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I feel the structure of the degree program could be better.

6/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

M&B and in particular my rbm and my general manager are extremely supportive and are pushing and developing myself. Finically academically and guiding me.

7/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Mmu and the tutors have been ver supportive.

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

It’s good getting differnt opinions on how a business runs

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Nope

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Mitchells & Butlers to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Because I’ve had an amazing 3 yr journey with them. I’ve met some fantastic people and I’ve been given some fantastic opportunities

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mitchells & Butlers?