Hydes is stepping up its investment in apprenticeships across all areas of the business, encouraging employees of all ages and experience levels to take part in structured training.
Hydes apprentices Abby Morgan and Chris Riley
From pub management and kitchen careers to specialist areas such as operations, technical brewing, and health and safety, Hydes is creating new opportunities for employees to learn on the job while gaining nationally recognised qualifications.
Among those currently benefiting is 22-year-old health and safety apprentice Abby Morgan, who joined the programme after working in hospitality for six years. Abby is completing a Level 3 safety, health, and environment technician apprenticeship, and says the opportunity has already had a major impact on her professional development.
“I wanted to take on a new challenge and do something that would really push me,” she said. “Health and safety is such a huge part of everyday life, and the apprenticeship route allows me to gain a qualification while getting real, hands-on experience.”
Chris Riley, 45, a member of the six-strong brewing team, is currently working towards his Level 4 brewing apprenticeship qualification, having joined Hydes in March 2024.
He said: “I’ve worked in brewing for over eight years, but don’t have any formal, recognised qualifications. Joining Hydes has changed this.
“The apprenticeship is helping me understand the science behind the brewing process and why certain things happen the way they do. It’s given me a much deeper appreciation of the craft and made me more thorough in my approach.”
Adam Mayers, managing director of Hydes, said: “Apprenticeships are absolutely vital to the future of Hydes and the wider hospitality industry. They give people the chance to earn, learn, and progress, no matter what stage they’re at in their careers. They are definitely not just for those starting out on their career journey.”
