After nearly 10 years in post as the Institute’s chief executive, Philippe Rossiter FIH has announced his intention to retire from full-time employment at the end of the year. Commenting on his decision, Philippe said: “The past ten years with the Institute have been immensely rewarding, and I have had the pleasure of working with some wonderful people. The Institute has … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2012
The Stadium Experience Football Hospitality Awards 2012
On Thursday 24th May 2012, The American Express Community Stadium, home to Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club hosted The Stadium Experience - Official Football Hospitality Awards 2012. Now in their 8th year, the awards recognize the efforts and dedication shown by the catering, conference and events team at every UK football club. All areas of this vital part … [Read more...]
Boutique hotel summit centres on London
HandC News was delighted to join the boutique hotel industry when it descended on London last week for the second staging of the Boutique Hotel Summit, Europe’s only b2b conference for the boutique and lifestyle hotels sectors. Held at Altitude London, on the banks of the Thames, the conference attracted more than 220 attendees from as far afield as Beirut, Dubai, Ghana, … [Read more...]
US seasonal beers to slake UK thirst
Three new seasonal beers from specialist importer Heathwick are set to satisfy UK beer drinkers’ growing thirst for American craft beers this summer. Alongside the latest seasonal beer from increasingly popular US brewer Fordham are the first two beers from Fordham’s sister brewery Old Dominion to reach the UK. The two award winning craft brewers are co-located in Dover, … [Read more...]
Job of the Week from PJ Search
A driven, ambitious Sales & Marketing Manager is required for this forward thinking, award winning Leisure Company. With over 60 sites nationally the role is based in the North West with travel across the UK. Due to further expansion plans, my client is looking to recruit an additional person to join the marketing team. Reporting in to the Head of Marketing, the … [Read more...]
Carbon optimizer for events
Accor has unveiled its Carbon Optimizer for professional customers: this new tool will allow meeting and seminar organizers to know, manage and reduce their events’ carbon footprint. As a leading player in the meetings and seminars industry, Accor has venues in roughly 2,000 hotels, and its research (see below) clearly demonstrates the importance of sustainable issues to its … [Read more...]
New Premier Inn opening in Richmond
Whitbread PLC is to open its brand new Premier Inn hotel in London Richmond on 18th June 2012. The property will contribute over £6.1 million to the local economy whilst creating 37 new jobs for the residents of Richmond and its surrounding areas. The brand new 93 bedroom hotel is situated on Lower Mortlake Road, within walking distance of Richmond, Kew and only a five minute … [Read more...]
Stable interims for Enterprise Inns
Debt-laden Enterprise Inns has reported for the 6 month period to 31 March 2012. The company currently operates 6143 pubs, having disposed of over 1000 pubs during the last two years, and appears to have stabilised performance in market conditions that remain difficult. However, the Jubilee celebrations, Olympics and European Football Championships should all assist … [Read more...]
Iconic venue in London’s West End looking for a Bar Manager
Bar Manager - Iconic venue in London's West End The ideal candidate will have developed the following skills and experience... Hotel experience Team manager Luxury product Destination Bar Profit & Loss knowledge Bar awards 2 years management experience Cocktail training Media … [Read more...]
Gordon Ramsay Restaurant deals
It seems that deals and vouchers are being used to build business flow at all sorts of restaurants and we have found one on lastminute.com that may just interest a few people to visit. With Three Michelin stars and an OBE for services to the industry, Gordon Ramsay is one of the UK's most celebrated chefs, and has launched some of London's most high-profile restaurants. … [Read more...]
Interstate announce management agreement for The Marker, Dublin
Interstate Hotels & Resorts have announced that it has entered into a management agreement for The Marker, Dublin’s newest luxury hotel and apartment complex. Located in the heart of the city’s new business and cultural district at Grand Canal Dock, the 187-room hotel is anticipated to open in early 2013. The Marker Hotel is owned by Brehon Capital Partners, a real … [Read more...]
IHG appoint new Chairman, Patrick Cescau, ex Group CEO Unilever
IHG Announces Retirement of Chairman David Webster and Appointment of New Chairman InterContinental Hotels Group has announced that David Webster will retire on 31 December 2012. He has been Chairman of the Group since January 2004 and a member of the Board since April 2003. Patrick Cescau will become Chairman upon David’s retirement. Patrick was Group Chief … [Read more...]
UK Sommelier of the Year 2012, Jan Konetzki of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay
Sommelier Jan Konetzki, 31, of Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, was announced last week as the 2012 Moët UK Sommelier of the Year. The prestigious competition, organised by the Academy of Food & Wine Service, was held at the London International Wine Fair at ExCel. Born in Hamburg, Germany, Jan came to London five years ago to join the Gordon Ramsay team at Maze. He has since … [Read more...]
The good, bad and thoroughly confusing Pasty Tax
Who would have ever thought that the modest pasty would make the headlines it has over recent months and be the centre of government taxation issues. Greggs have seen their share price recover nicely following the government's U - Turn on VAT rules applied to the pasty and the national media have fed on it ravenously. But in the general scheme of things there is much more … [Read more...]
Senior Sous Chef, Essex, Stunning Country Estate, £30k
Senior Sous Chef, Essex, Stunning Country Estate, £30k Job description: We are currently searching for Senior Sous Chef at this stunning luxury venue set in over 200 acres of Essex countryside. This newly refurbished resort offers some of the finest sports and leisure facilities in the south east of England from 2, 18-hole golf courses to Relaxation in a luxury … [Read more...]