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HIT Training, the hospitality training and development organisation, has called on hotel businesses to provide more employment and traineeships for young people.
The call comes after the BHA last month pledged to help create of 6,000 new jobs for 16-24 year-olds in the hospitality sector by the end of 2014.
Mike Worley, hospitality director at HIT Training, said: “It’s astonishing to think about just how many young people are missing out on the chance of a rewarding career because they are unclear about their options after GCSEs, or there simply aren’t enough hospitality opportunities available in their area.
“For many, the Sixth Form isn’t a viable option due to getting lower GCSE grades than expected but education at 16+ doesn’t have to be school-based. Traineeships are perfect for young people who feel that long periods of classroom teaching is not for them but they really want to get ahead and get their first foot on the career ladder.
“The hospitality sector is back into strong growth with more visitors than ever before coming to the UK this summer. It’s also reliant on practical skills which are developed through work experience so providing opportunities for young people will equip our industry with the skills we need for continued growth.”
