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What is a Skills Bootcamp?
Barfection have partnered with Greater Manchester Combined Authority to bring you our Skills Bootcamp in Hospitality Horizons Barista edition. This skills bootcamp focuses on several core areas to prepare you for the hospitality industry, including: • Barista Training • Work Experience in a Coffee Shop • Motivating a team in business • Understanding a business market • Mindset, resilience, and culture setting • Inclusivity A Skills Bootcamp is a bespoke designed programme which will help you obtain the much sought after skills needed by employers in Greater Manchester. How much does it cost? Government funding is available which means it comes at zero cost to the applicant. An employer contribution may be required for employed participants. |
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Who are they for?
19+ year olds Unemployed looking for a new role within hospitality, or; Employed looking to develop their current role in hospitality, or; An individual returning to the industry. What is involved? You will be expected to attend 1 or 2 workshops a week which will take place online on a Monday evening 6-9pm and Tuesday daytime 10am-4pm at the Castlefield Hotel. Two-hour practical sessions will be held on Friday at a time that suits. Placements will take place upon completion of all taught sessions. Blended delivery with some sessions face to face and some online. What is the planned outcome? The planned outcome is to move you into employment or develop your existing role. Interested? Then apply now to find out more. |
This training has been made possible thanks to Greater Manchester Combined Authority securing funding for Skills Bootcamps, forming part of the Government’s Lifetime Skills Guarantee and funded through the Department of Education’s National Skills Fund. They are free, flexible courses of up to 16 weeks, giving people the opportunity to build up sector-specific skills and fast track to an interview with a local employer.
Read Iliana's Story
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The popular local spot, Pot Kettle Black (PKB), is well-known not only for its great coffee but also for its effective partnership with the Skills Bootcamp programme, a joint venture between Greater Manchester Combined Authority and Barfection. This programme is really making a difference, helping aspiring individuals like Iliana Ruseva move from being job seekers to becoming skilled workers in hospitality.
When Iliana first stepped through PKB's doors, nerves were her constant companion. But under the café's nurturing care, her confidence has blossomed remarkably. "We’ve given Iliana the confidence that she is really good," shares Sian, the general manager from PKB, reflecting on her initial jitters. "She was nervous at first but she’s excellent and has grown into the role," she adds, clearly proud of Iliana’s transformation. Exploring why PKB plunged into the Skills Bootcamp, Sian explains, "To give the new generation a chance in hospitality." It’s all about crafting the perfect blend of opportunity and expert guidance. And the reason for becoming a recruitment partner? Sian spells it out: “Because you help us find people who genuinely want to do this job, and that’s far better than just picking random people from job sites like Indeed.” The influx of fresh talent at PKB has been transformative. "With our staffing levels, when the learners are in, they really help us out and do well,” Sian points out. The collaboration with the Skills Bootcamp has strengthened PKB’s staffing strategy, ensuring that every cup and customer interaction is steeped in success. |
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