By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: Strand Palace stand by their team through cost of living crisis.
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The Strand Palace hotel in London has introduced support to help team members navigate the cost of living crisis starting with a £500 bonus in time for Christmas, and much more.
Recognising the many rising strains people face in the current climate, Strand Palace is acting by offering a multi-faceted package of support ranging from financial to medical aid plus significant investments in staff facilities, wellbeing and incentives.
Matthew Beard, Cluster Managing Director at Strand Palace said: “Our hard-working team is the absolute backbone of our hotel, and a happy, healthy workforce is something we must continue to invest in, especially during difficult times. Whilst a fast cash injection will be a welcome addition before the festive period and very well deserved based on recent hotel performance, our approach goes far beyond this to improve the day-to-day life of our team on a longer-term basis.
I am proud of the package we have put together, which aims to improve the wellbeing of every employee and I commit to prioritising resources now and in the future that will make Strand Palace the best possible place to work.”
The new Strand Palace wellbeing package for employees includes:
- A £500 bonus ahead of Christmas to help with the rising cost of living.
- Honouring the London Living Wage pledge.
- Providing complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner on duty 7 days a week, plus a free bean to cup coffee machine.
- Running a Reward & Recognition scheme, awarded by colleagues and guests, including a £250 Employee of the month gift e-voucher and £10 e-vouchers which can be used at all supermarkets or for leisure activities.
- Offering a healthcare cash back plan through provider Healthshield.
- Providing multiple discount schemes via hotels, retail, cinema and many more through Healthshield.
- Running Financial Wellbeing workshops.
- Providing an Employee Assistance Programme through Hospitality Action, allowing employees to have free access to financial help and mental health support.
- Offering a full refurbishment of the back of house areas including a new restaurant and a new inclusive multi-purpose wellbeing zone to relax, meditate or say prayers.
- Providing Mental Health support with 2 trained Mental Health First Aiders and regular Mental Health Awareness Workshops.
- Complimentary use of the gym at the hotel, with the same access as guests.
- Introducing a Menopause policy to raise awareness and support.
- Launching Staff Appreciation weeks, taking place in May and December, with a programme of activities culminating with special team lunch.
- Quarterly social events with all paid for activities, including food and drink.
At a time when so many need support, this action from the Strand Palace is welcome news.
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