Founded by a small group of directors who had successfully established and developed the major training provider 'Hospitality Plus', HIT now offers hotel and catering apprenticeships across all sectors - not just chefs, bar staff and waiters, but in sales and marketing roles, banqueting and conferencing, events, functions and outside catering.

Our extensive industry experience means that we understand the needs of both the employer and the learner. Each of our trainer-assessors has worked in the industry so has valuable practical experience, local knowledge and an understanding of what learners and employers need to forge a life-enhancing, or business-boosting, relationship.

With a strong local focus, HIT offers hotel and catering apprenticeships at all levels and in all sectors. Since 2006 we have supported 40,000 learners at over 7,000 employer sites across the country.We hold two Grade 2 'Good' OFSTED inspections.

More than 70% of HIT apprentices complete their apprenticeships and obtain either a BTEC or City & Guilds diploma.

Our aims are simple:

• to help employers increase the effectiveness and profitability of their staff
• to develop learners' personal, economic and social status
• to enhance the level of service given to customers and clients.

This is reflected in the success of our learners and the quantifiable improvements and benefits for their employers. Well trained, competent staff are a valuable asset and can help a business perform well by delivering improved efficiency, better customer service and reduced staff turnover.

In a time of rising unemployment, especially for school and college leavers, the hospitality industry is one of the few sectors in the UK that is still recruiting and expanding. HIT can access government funding for eligible learners, to help businesses reduce their training costs.

We always remember that the hospitality industry is a team environment, and the team is only as good as its weakest member. With that in mind, the benefits of training are clear - no one role is more important than another.