Step into the world of Apex Hotels, where unforgettable experiences are crafted for every guest. Last month, our trainees from the Evening Standard and The Independent’s joint initiative, ‘Skill Up Step Up’ got to experience this first hand as we ventured into the heart of hospitality excellence, the iconic Apex City of London Hotel.

Greeted by their friendly team, the trainees were swiftly taken on a tour of their fantastic hotel and the surrounding areas. Along the way, they were given the history behind each and every significant location, including Daisy the vibrant cow! They viewed all the different room options, finding out the differences between each one, and finally visiting their iconic restaurant, The Lampery.

After their tour, the team regrouped to learn more about the history of their hotel. Among the many curiosities was the question that had piqued everyone’s interest – “What’s with the ducks?!”

Let us introduce you to Edwin, the official Apex City of London Duck.

The team told the trainees that these delightful ducks have gained a dedicated following, with enthusiasts traveling from far and wide to complete their duck collection.

The day wrapped up with an enlightening session by Christopher Fox, our very own Springboard Ambassador and Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Apex Hotels. Christopher provided valuable insights into life at Apex Hotels and shed light on potential careers within this dynamic industry.

We are delighted to have Apex Hotels onboard as one of our Business Partners.

Here’s what Suzanne Dodds, Talent Acquisition Manager at Apex Hotels had to say about our partnership:

“Apex Hotels has successfully partnered with Springboard to recruit and empower team members throughout our hotels. Thanks to this collaboration, these individuals have flourished, finding new friendships, and embracing our core values of Trust, Teamwork, Friendliness & Passion. We take immense pride in witnessing their growth and the positive impact they have made within the wider team.

Springboard Insight days and work placements act as a positive feeder into our apprenticeship programmes. These placements offer insight into our industry and display how an Apex apprenticeship would look & feel.

Together, Apex Hotels and Springboard embrace a shared vision of creating a thriving and fulfilling career landscape within hospitality. Apex Hotels, believe in creating memorable experiences for our guests. Springboard’s partnership allows us to amplify that commitment. Together, we strive to provide a nurturing environment where every member of our team can bring their true selves to work and develop within a fulfilling career. We celebrate the profound impact Springboard has on transforming lives and driving positive change in our industry.”

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