City of London’s Careers Festival 2025 recognised OCS as Highly Commendable in its Above and Beyond awards category. The award highlights our commitment to creating meaningful experiences for young people and broadening their understanding of the world of work.
The annual two-week festival invites businesses to engage local schools and students through immersive, hands-on activities. This year, OCS was proud to host a unique sushi-making day at the iconic Imperial War Museum. The event gave students a taste of both the hospitality industry and a behind-the-scenes look at one of London’s landmark institutions.
“This recognition is really about our teams pulling out all the stops to make things happen,” said Kellie Newell, who coordinated the initiative. “It’s about making space for these experiences, going above and beyond what’s expected, and doing something special for young people exploring career options.”
OCS also participated in the festival’s main Careers Fair, offering insight into the breadth of roles available within facilities management – from catering and security to cleaning and customer service. While not directly a social value programme, the company’s efforts reflect its wider commitment to supporting communities, opening doors, and inspiring future talent.
We will continue to celebrate and champion this win by sharing photos from the event, including moments from the sushi workshop, across OCS channels as part of our continued celebration of impactful engagement.
Learn more about our social value commitments, employability partnerships, and careers programmes by visiting our Social Mobility and Employability page.
