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At the Lyons Nippy School at Oxford Street Corner House
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At the Lyons Nippy School at Oxford Street Corner House
At the Lyons Nippy School at Oxford Street Corner House, girls are taught how to become efficient waitresses. This Nippy is showing potential candidates just how they should look, and how the job should be done. Their training takes several weeks. 20th November 1946
Breeze
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21840298
© Mirrorpix
1946 Aprons Cafe Chain Corner House Drink Employment Female Nippies Restaurant Restaurants Teashop Teashops Uniform Waitress Waitresses
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This print from Memory Lane Prints takes us back to the 1940s, specifically to the Lyons Nippy School at Oxford Street Corner House in London. In this unique establishment, young girls are being trained to become efficient waitresses, and this particular Nippy is showcasing just how they should look and carry out their duties. The image captures a moment of professionalism and dedication as the potential candidates observe their fellow trainee demonstrating the perfect waitress persona. With crisp white aprons neatly tied around their waists, these women exude elegance and grace while serving customers in bustling cafes and teashops across the city. The training program at Lyons Nippy School lasts for several weeks, ensuring that these future waitresses acquire all necessary skills to excel in their roles. From mastering table service etiquette to memorizing menus with precision, every aspect of restaurant work is meticulously taught. This photograph not only offers a glimpse into an era when female employment was on the rise but also highlights the importance placed on providing exceptional customer service within London's thriving restaurant scene. It serves as a testament to the hardworking women who played an integral part in shaping dining experiences during that time. Breeze's expertly captured image transports us back in time, allowing us to appreciate both the historical significance of this vocational training institution and its impact on empowering women through meaningful employment opportunities.
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