Compass Group UK & Ireland Joins YouthPath
Compass Group UK & Ireland has joined Movement to Work’s ‘YouthPath’, the targeted employability initiative in the West Midlands.
By coming on board, Compass is furthering its commitment to creating inclusive opportunities for young people who are currently not in education, employment, or training (NEET). As a YouthPath partner, Compass will help unlock potential and provide the vital stepping stones needed to get young people into meaningful careers.
Together, Movement to Work and Compass will focus on creating work placements and employability opportunities. This partnership will help build confidence, develop vital skills, and unlock potential — empowering young people to take their first steps into the world of work.
This collaboration represents an exciting step forward in expanding access to career pathways in hospitality and beyond, particularly for those facing the greatest challenges in entering the workforce.
Movement to Work CEO, Sareena Bains, said:
“We’re proud to partner with Compass – a forward-thinking employer that truly champions young people’s potential. Their commitment to YouthPath reflects a shared vision of a more inclusive and accessible future of work. On my visit to their Xcelerate facility, I was inspired by the energy, purpose, and real impact they’re creating – empowering young people with the skills and confidence to thrive in hospitality.”
Jonathan Foot, Director of Skills and Early Careers, Compass Group UK & Ireland added:
“We are committed to providing opportunities for all. By joining YouthPath, we’re widening our reach, to those who need support the most and helping them unlock a brighter future through skills, confidence, and opportunity.”
Compass is committed to developing talent through its Our Social Promise – which aims to positively impact one million lives by 2030. As part of this promise in 2024, Compass launched Xcelerate with Edgbaston at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium: a cutting-edge facility equipped with professional kitchens, bars, and front-of-house spaces. This immersive environment offers young people practical, real-world experience and a launchpad into exciting careers in the hospitality industry.
