BaxterStorey welcomes first qualified apprentice in Scotland

BaxterStorey welcomes first qualified apprentice in Scotland

Contract catering company BaxterStorey has welcomed its first qualified apprentice in Scotland.

Laura Bell, 18, from Glasgow, has completed her 12-month NVQ Modern Apprenticeship. BaxterStorey Scotland joined the apprenticeship scheme in 2016 and created its programme in partnership with workplace hospitality qualification provider Goal Training.

During her training Bell was based at Scottish Water in Stepps, where she worked under the mentorship of BaxterStorey chef manager Ken Moody. She had the opportunity to work alongside the site’s sous chefs, developing her skills in the kitchen.

She graduated from the scheme with additional qualifications including level 2 health and safety, level 2 food safety and allergy training. Since completion of her apprenticeship, Bell has been offered a full-time role with BaxterStorey Scotland and is now a commis chef at Arnold Clark in Glasgow.

Modern Apprenticeships is a government initiative that aims to tackle Scotland’s skills gap, helping employers to develop their workforce by training new staff and upskilling existing employees.