People
People are our greatest asset, and we are very proud of the recognition which we have received from independent bodies which have awarded us in this area. Last year, for the fifth year running, we featured in Britain’s Top 100 Employers handbook, published by The Guardian.
When you look at our track record, it’s little wonder. For example, we were the first in the industry to introduce the 48-hour working week for our managers.
We seek to develop staff through effective and award-winning training and development, through a positive working environment and, of course, by means of a decent pay packet. Every year, thousands of staff complete one or more training courses, not only preparing them to work safely and to the best of their ability, but also inspiring them to pursue positive career development.
These opportunities are very real, as demonstrated by our chief executive John Hutson, who originally joined us as an area manager.
We set the industry benchmarks, as we aim to be the best. Recently, in the field of training, we developed the Advanced Diploma in Leisure Retail Management for pub and area managers, in association with Nottingham Trent University, allowing all of our pub managers to gain a university qualification which sits just below degree level.
We set the industry benchmarks, as we aim to be the best.
Financial benefits to our colleagues include a share incentive plan (SIP). The company allocates shares to employees, free of charge, twice yearly. An industry-leading bonus scheme is available to all employees, rewarding them for their contribution to the success in the business.
We have recently been recognised for our work in eliminating discrimination in the workplace, particularly where age discrimination is concerned. We are the first employer in the industry to remove our retirement age; in October 2006, we received an award from the Employers Forum on Age for ‘leading our sector’ in this arena.
We listen, we implement and we keep listening. As a result, our staff-retention levels are well above industry norms.
People matter
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Sticking with us – Turnover of pub managers at Wetherspoon is half that of the industry average.
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If the hat fits – Over 90 managers have embarked on the new Advanced Diploma in Leisure Retail Management, with many more in the process of applying for this ground-breaking course.
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Hat-trick of awards – Wetherspoon leads the way in training for managed house pub companies, recently winning the Supreme Award from the BII, for three consecutive years.
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People
People are our greatest asset, and we are very proud of the recognition which we have received from independent bodies which have awarded us in this area. Last year, for the fifth year running, we featured in Britain’s Top 100 Employers handbook, published by The Guardian.
We seek to develop staff through effective and award-winning training and development, through a positive working environment and, of course, by means of a decent pay packet. Every year, thousands of staff complete one or more training courses, not only preparing them to work safely and to the best of their ability, but also inspiring them to pursue positive career development.
These opportunities are very real, as demonstrated by our chief executive John Hutson, who originally joined us as an area manager.
We set the industry benchmarks, as we aim to be the best. Recently, in the field of training, we developed the Advanced Diploma in Leisure Retail Management for pub and area managers, in association with Nottingham Trent University, allowing all of our pub managers to gain a university qualification which sits just below degree level.
Financial benefits to our colleagues include a share incentive plan (SIP). The company allocates shares to employees, free of charge, twice yearly. An industry-leading bonus scheme is available to all employees, rewarding them for their contribution to the success in the business.
We have recently been recognised for our work in eliminating discrimination in the workplace, particularly where age discrimination is concerned. We are the first employer in the industry to remove our retirement age; in October 2006, we received an award from the Employers Forum on Age for ‘leading our sector’ in this arena.
People matter
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Sticking with us
Turnover of pub managers at Wetherspoon is half that of the industry average.
If the hat fits
Over 90 managers have embarked on the new Advanced Diploma in Leisure Retail Management, with many more in the process of applying for this ground-breaking course.
Hat-trick of awards
Wetherspoon leads the way in training for managed house pub companies, recently winning the Supreme Award from the BII for three years in a row.
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