Inspiring Story Of A Residents Journey Through Fat Macy’s Catering Programme to Hotel School

Jamie Powell, resident of one of our Westminster Hostels, has made massive strides over the last few months since enrolling on the Fat Macy’s Programme. Fat Macy’s have been so impressed with Jamie that they supported him to enrol onto another amazing initiative called Hotel School, which teaches hospitality skills to homeless and vulnerable people’.

In this picture Jamie was beaming after his second day, he said of his experience so far with the Hotel school:

“It is absolutely brilliant, the people are really friendly, and I am learning how to cook some great food”

A big congrats to Jamie for his Hotel School admission! Can’t wait to hear more about his progress.

Hotel School teaches hospitality skills to homeless and vulnerable people, matches them to sustainable employment, and supports them in their first steps into work. Hotel School is a joint venture between The Passage (London’s largest voluntary sector homeless resource centre) and The Goring Hotel. It is supported by London’s Five Star hotel community, Westminster Kingsway catering school staff, and over 50 local businesses - a true coming together of the community.

Fat Macy’s is a social enterprise that understands the gift of food. Our shop and catering services enables us to train and support young Londoners living in temporary accommodation, with the aim of helping them move into their own homes. We’re also selling products by other social businesses doing good in their communities.

Blog by Jassen Summogum | Team ROC

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