I chose to join Elite as I wanted to experience working within a company rather than an independent pub. I chose to join at The Wishful Thinker because it’s Elite’s newest pub and I wanted to be a part of growing the business into what it is today and in the future. Being a part of a bigger company has allowed me to have options in progression and feel really supported.

I have been with Elite Pubs for nearly 2 years. Time has really flown by, especially with such a lively and vibrant pub. There’s always new events going on, not to mention new menus and cocktails. Summer can be our busiest time as we’re situated near to a wedding venue so we get a lot of wedding guests as well!

I started at the pub as a waitress and I’ve recently been promoted to Deputy Manager. This has been a quick progression for me and I’ve learned a lot along the way – I love a challenge and it’s definitely been that. Learning all things hospitality across bedrooms, events, private events, menu changes and more has been a real hit the ground running type of sitatuation.

I have found the personal development plan very helpful in gaining my confidence and knowledge within my job and in general. Stepping out of my comfort zone has been a really important factor in helping my growth within Elite Pubs. Being supported by my peers, management and HR has aided me to gain the tools I needed to progress.

My favourite part of the job is working with great people and interacting with the customers. The Wishful Thinker holds a lot of events as well as having 17 bedrooms so it’s a real challenge to balance all the aspects of the pub.

I started as a very shy person who was always nervous to talk to people, so never think you cant do it no matter how you start as you will grow into a different more confident person who can think on their feet and adapt to all situations.