Jamie Oliver Criticises Government Apprenticeships

Jamie Oliver celebrates the 15th anniversary of his 15 program, which has successfully trained over 300 young people, with 80% still working in the industry. Despite its success, the government has shown little interest in the model. The program offers a second chance to young unemployed individuals, with personal success stories like Michael Davies and Ben Arthur. Jamie hopes to inspire others to invest in young people, emphasizing the abundance of jobs in the restaurant industry.

What is the main goal of Jamie Oliver's 15 project?

• To celebrate culinary arts

• To provide young people with job opportunities

• To promote street markets

• To create new restaurant chains

How many restaurants are involved in the 15 project apprenticeships?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• Five

What percentage of 15 project graduates continue to work in the industry?

• 70%

• 80%

• 60%

• 50%

Who is Ben Arthur in the context of the 15 project?

• A chef at a new restaurant

• A successful graduate now training others

• A government official

• A new apprentice

What does Jamie Oliver hope to demonstrate with the success of the 15 project?

• That government support is unnecessary

• That street markets are profitable

• That investing in young people is beneficial

• That culinary arts are important