Sonia Tapply
About Sonia Tapply
Sonia Tapply is a Kitchen and Bathroom Designer currently employed at Wickes in Ashton Gate since 2016. She has extensive experience in management roles across various hospitality and design sectors.
Work at Wickes
Sonia Tapply has been employed at Wickes as a Kitchen & Bathroom Designer since 2016. Over the past eight years, she has contributed to the design and planning of kitchen and bathroom spaces at the Ashton Gate location. Her role involves collaborating with clients to understand their needs and preferences, ensuring that the designs meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Management
Before joining Wickes, Sonia Tapply held various managerial positions in the hospitality sector. She served as General Manager at Butcombe Brewery's The Mill at Rode for ten months in 2015-2016. Prior to that, she worked as General Manager at Browns, part of Mitchells & Butlers, for seven months in 2012-2013. Her experience also includes an eight-year tenure as General Manager at Hall & Woodhouse Ltd and a two-year role as Catering Manager at the National Trust's Dyrham Park.
Education and Expertise
Sonia Tapply has a solid educational background in hospitality and design. She studied Hospitality Management at The Alpine Centre, achieving a Higher National Diploma over 13 years from 1988 to 2001. Additionally, she earned a BA (Hons) degree in Interior Design from the National Design Academy, completing her studies from 2012 to 2017. She also holds an Advanced Certificate in Licensed Hospitality from BIIAB, which she completed in 2005.
Training and Development Roles
In addition to her managerial roles, Sonia Tapply worked as a Training, Standards, and Recruitment Coordinator at Bath Ales for seven months in 2011-2012. This position involved developing training programs and ensuring that staff adhered to industry standards, contributing to the overall quality of service within the organization.
Early Career in Hospitality
Sonia Tapply began her career in hospitality as an Assistant Manager at Mitchells & Butlers from 2000 to 2002. This early experience laid the foundation for her subsequent managerial roles and provided her with essential skills in customer service and team management.