Sylvester Keal, a catering equipment business, recently welcomed two new apprentices, Ben McDougall and Holly Dales, as part of their goal to develop young talent. Ben is working in the Service Department while Holly is in Sales. Both are completing Business Administration apprenticeships through a local education partner. The managing director said they are passionate about providing opportunities for youth and that Ben and Holly are picking up skills quickly. At the end of their apprenticeships, Ben and Holly will have earned diplomas and certificates in Business Administration and Sales, respectively. Their supervisor noted they have adjusted well and shown commitment, and looks forward to their continued progress.

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2. Sylvester Keal have recently welcomed two new apprentices
to the business, as part of their vision to nurture young
individuals wishing to pursue a career in the catering
equipment industry.
Ben McDougall and Holly Dales have both joined Sylvester
Keal on a Business Administration apprenticeship, in
partnership with the Grimsby Institute of Further Education.
Despite taking on the same apprenticeship, the two
apprentices are working in different departments, with Ben
based in the Service Department and Holly in the Sales
Department.
Martyn Keal, Managing Director at Sylvester Keal, said:
“At Sylvester Keal, we are constantly encouraging young
people to start an apprenticeship with us, as we are very
passionate about providing the younger generation with the
opportunity to grow and develop.
“We are delighted that Ben and Holly have joined us on an
apprenticeship, and they are both picking things up very
quickly and learning a lot about the industry.”
In his role, Ben is the first point of contact when customers
phone up the department in the event of equipment
breakdowns or for general enquiries. He also contacts
customers to advise when the engineers will be attending
and provides updates should there be any delays.
Holly on the other hand has been working alongside Lisa in
the Sales Department, and covers the telesales operation for
the business.
She has rapidly built up a relationship with customers and
colleagues, and is quickly building up her product knowledge
with the help of the buying team.
At the end of their apprenticeships, Ben will gain a City &
Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration and Holly
will have a City & Guilds Level 2 certificate in Sales.
Martyn added: “Both Ben and Holly have settled into
their roles very quickly, and have shown enthusiasm and
commitment to work when in the office. We are all very
pleased with how they have performed so far, and we are
looking forward to seeing them progress even further.

3. Westside Business Park
Estate Road No 2
Grimsby
North East Lincolnshire
DN31 2TG
United Kingdom
+44 (0)1472 352033
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