Hospitality Talent Associate Apprentice

HILTON UK HOTELS LIMITED

Harrogate (HG1 2HU)

Closes in 25 days (Monday 22 June 2026)

Posted on 28 May 2026

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Summary

We offer an accredited apprenticeship and practical experience alongside structured learning and development.  As a Hospitality Talent Associate, you will gain exposure to the day-to-day operation of hotels, restaurants, kitchens, bars, events, and guest services while being supported by experienced leaders and colleagues.

Wage

£16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Hospitality supervisor (level 3)
Hours
40 hours a week, exact working days and hours TBC

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 29 June 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

One day you could be welcoming guests, creating unforgettable experiences, supporting events, serving amazing food, or learning how a hotel operates behind the scenes. The next, you could be developing leadership skills, working with a great team, and building a career that can take you anywhere in the world.

  • The ability to build rapport and positive connections with guests
  • Confidence working as part of a team
  • Problem-solving and organisational skills
  • Best in class hospitality standards and operational experience
  • Communication skills and confidence

Where you'll work

Ripon Road
Harrogate
HG1 2HU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

Training course

Hospitality supervisor (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Contribute to and monitor operational procedures, working practices and team performance and make recommendations for business improvements
  • Operate within budget, exercising strict resource control and minimising wastage, using appropriate techniques to manage and control costs
  • Supervise the delivery of a quality service that supports the department in achieving overall business objectives
  • Monitor the team to ensure they follow processes and procedures in line with business / brand standards at all times
  • Identify and isolate matters of concern, establish the cause and intervene accordingly to minimise disruption to the service and risk to people
  • Use available technology effectively in all work activities and performance
  • Plan, resource and organise the team to meet expected levels of customer demand within business constraints
  • Set realistic but challenging objectives with the team and work continuously to accomplish the best results
  • Demonstrate effective methods of communication that achieve the desired results, taking action to correct poor communication within the team
  • Actively support team members to maximise potential in their role and identify opportunities for development
  • Coordinate the team to deliver to customers according to their needs in line with business / brand standards, enhancing their experience where appropriate
  • Implement sales and marketing strategies in own area, ensuring team are fully supported to deliver them. Make suggestions for future sales and marketing activities within area of responsibility
  • Use leadership styles and supervisory management skills appropriate to the business and situation
  • Ensure team members are aware of and follow policy relating to diversity
  • Ensure menus and promotional materials are up to date and presented accurately to the customer by the team in line with business / brand standards and customer needs. Brief team on menu items and ensure customers are provided with helpful information and recommendations on food and beverages
  • Prepare food and beverage service areas in good time ensuring all resources are available and ready for use; ensure team provide efficient, accurate and effective service in line with service style meeting customer needs and business / brand standards.
  • Coordinate an effective bar service, ensuring licensing laws are adhered to at all times, customer issues are dealt with and potential conflict minimised
  • Maintain and monitor the cellar and beverage storage and cellar/wine dispense
  • Coordinate team and allocate tasks on a daily basis to ensure positive presentation and image of the business within allocated timescales ensuring business / brand standards are maintained
  • Monitor standards of cleanliness and identify maintenance, repairs and refurbishment requirements, communicating them to the relevant person
  • Maintain information on expected customer requirements including local services and travel options.
  • Efficiently source information not readily available when needed, regularly review sources and develop effective networks
  • Maintain a secure system for the storage of customers’ luggage and other personal items
  • Coordinate the porter service and parking / valet and transport services offered by the business
  • Coordinate efficient check-in, check-out and the reservation procedures if applicable in own role
  • Motivate the team to present a professional image at all times as the first point of call for most customers
  • Coordinate customer requirements , providing accurate information and maintaining customer confidentiality at all times
  • Support event planning and coordinate events in line with customer requirements, communicating appropriately with a variety of organisations such as suppliers and exhibitors
  • Act as the main point of contact for customers during the event to ensure their requirements are met according to the event agreement
  • Maintain a record of expenses and adhere to the budget set by the customer
  • Coordinate operations to ensure equipment and display areas are stocked and presentable
  • Open, monitor and close the outlet following business procedures
  • Maintain the brand and business standard at all times, identifying possible areas for improvement

Training schedule

Hospitality Supervisor level 3.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working

About this employer

At Cairn Group, People First shapes how we support our teams and help people succeed. Alongside hands-on experience and recognised qualifications, you will have access to development opportunities, mentoring, and a team environment that encourages growth and progression.

Company benefits

  • Paid training and support
  • Real operational experience
  • Ongoing coaching and development
  • Opportunities to progress within the business
  • Employee benefits and team discounts
  • A supportive and inclusive working environment

After this apprenticeship

  • Ongoing coaching and development
  • Opportunities to progress within the business

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LIFETIME TRAINING GROUP LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033560.

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Closes in 25 days (Monday 22 June 2026)

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