Sodexo supports Nestlé’s Choose Hospitality Pledge

Nestlé Professional has continued its focus on inspiring young people through its Choose Hospitality Pledge program, by partnering with Sodexo to deliver mass career workshops at Sodexo Live! venue partners including Hampden Park in Glasgow and Brighton and Hove Albion FC’s American Express Stadium. Alongside this, another workshop is due to be held at St James' Park in Newcastle during the autumn term. 

The Choose Hospitality Pledge career workshops engaged up to 250 secondary school pupils across three stadia locations during the summer term. The scheme’s mission is to transform perceptions of the industry and ignite a passion for hospitality careers among young people, thereby fortifying the talent pipeline and addressing the projected talent deficit. 

'Key highlight'
A key highlight was the inclusion of a series of panel events that brought together speakers from both Sodexo Live! and Nestlé Professional, as well as industry talent from the local area. Students were able to take inspiration from hearing stories about their experiences in the industry and initiate conversations with each panellist during an in-depth Q&A. 

Sue Davison, head of apprenticeships and early careers talent team for Sodexo UK and Ireland, said: “We are delighted that our corporate services and Sodexo Live! teams have been able to collaborate and support this fantastic initiative.  At Sodexo we are passionate about encouraging young talent to join the dynamic foodservice industry and we hope to inspire the next generation through these workshops.” 

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