🌟 Wagamama's Bold Move: Transforming Lives and Reshaping Hospitality! 🌟
I was so impressed when I read about this incredible initiative by Wagamama in the Propel newsletter today, that I had to share!
Wagamama chefs made history by bringing their culinary expertise to HMP Downview, becoming the first major UK restaurant group to operate within a female prison. In an awe-inspiring collaboration with the Ministry of Justice, they trained 18 motivated prisoners aspiring for careers in hospitality upon release.
This particularly struck me, as only last week I was supporting a group of ambitious hospitality women to think carefully about how they can improve the representation of women in property.
My advice, be clear on your why, specificly what it is your trying to address, you can’t fix everything. Be aligned, agree the vision and values. Be simple, detail the what and how, remembering less is more. Be engaging, know your Stakeholders and how to reach them. Be honest, it’s hard work challenging the status quo. Be able to show progress and shout about it!
So for me, this is a great example of innovative thinking and a targeted strategy, that will positively change the trajectory of many lives. Through this initiative, Wagamama are addressing three pivotal challenges for both business and society 💼 🌐
1. Tackling the Chef Shortage in Hospitality:
Wagamama is taking a unique approach to combat the industry's shortage of chefs. By providing cooking classes at HMP Downview, they're nurturing a skilled workforce within the prison system, ready to contribute to the hospitality sector upon release. 🍳🔗
2. Championing Equity in Culinary Careers:
Breaking barriers and disrupting the status quo, Wagamama's initiative is not just about filling kitchens but promoting equity in the culinary world. Empowering female prisoners with cooking skills is
a step towards a more inclusive industry. 🚀👩🍳
3.Preventing Reoffending:
Collaborating with the Ministry of Justice, Wagamama is actively involved in the crucial mission of preventing reoffending. Offering inmates the chance to acquire cooking skills and employment upon release creates a tangible pathway to reintegration into society. 🌱🔄
Kudos to Wagamama for leading the way in making a meaningful impact beyond their kitchens! 🎉👏
Let's encourage more initiatives like this to ensure the hospitality sector has a diverse and sustainable workforce, delighting our customers and keeping them returning. 🤗 🍽
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Multi-Unit Manager Operations
2moWell done!