BaxterStorey, the UK’s largest independent work place catering company, has taken its social business strategy to the next level by appointing a ‘StoreyTeller’ to enhance its presence online. Recognising the power of social media and wanting to share its company story using a truly innovative and thought-provoking approach, BaxterStorey has hired Thomas Kilroy (above) for the … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2014
Three perfect tens top Good Food Guide 2015
For the first time in 15 years, three restaurants have scored full marks (10/10), in the Good Food Guide, published by Waitrose and now in its 64th year. In another first, Clare Smyth, Chef/Proprietor at Restaurant Gordon Ramsay has become the first female chef in fifteen years to be awarded a perfect ten score by the best selling restaurant guide, as it publishes its 2015 … [Read more...]
Barsmith for bespoke infused cocktails
From the team that launched The Marylebone comes a brand new cocktail bar concept and a first for London. Barsmith is the brainchild of Ben Avigdori and Lawrence Santi, the duo behind The Marylebone Leisure Group. House-infused spirits and cocktails Barsmith at 18-20 St John Street, London EC1 will open at the start of September. This vibrant and relaxed all day bar will … [Read more...]
Entries close 31 August for FreeFrom Eating Out Awards
The awards will celebrate the very best in gluten-free, dairy-free and allergen-aware food in restaurants, pubs, cafés, take-aways, B&Bs, guest houses and hospitality and event catering. Could that be you....? Entry closes at midnight on Sunday 31st August! Except for the Schools, Colleges and Universities category for whom entry closes on the 30th September. The … [Read more...]
Kempinski and The Stafford London terminate management agreement
Kempinski Hotels and The Stafford Hotel Ltd. have ‘mutually and amicably’ agreed to end the management agreement for The Stafford London by Kempinski. Reservations for the property can continue to be made via Kempinski's sales channels until 10th September, 2014. Existing reservations will be honoured and staff who are employed by The Stafford Hotel Ltd., will not be affected. … [Read more...]
Accor: transformation under way; acquires 13 in UK
Accor has announced solid first-half results for 2014 reflecting strong momentum in international markets and the early effects of the Group’s transformation: Revenue up 2.8% like-for-like1 to €2,593 million A significant improvement in EBIT, up 17.6% like-for-like to €219 million Operating profit before tax and non-recurring items up 38.6% like-for-like to €192 … [Read more...]
Head Chef – Banana Tree
Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive Salary Location(s): London At Banana Tree we offer an authentic selection of dishes and specialties from the Indochina region, the lemongrass growing countries of South East Asia that include Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and the peninsula of Malaysia and Singapore. Our Founder and Head Chef William Chow started our journey from … [Read more...]
Head Chef – Hadcroft, Stourbridge
Salary: Competitive Salary Location(s): Stourbridge Closing date: 30th Sep 2014 As an experienced and talented chef, with a flair for presentation and a stickler for quality, you’ll know all there is to know about running a busy kitchen in similar high volume food led business. From online ordering and controlling stock, through portion and wastage control, to a sound … [Read more...]
National Final of Wild Turkey® Bourbon’s UK Cocktail Competition comes to Manchester
Gruppo Campari's Wild Turkey® Bourbon has searched the length of the country for its annual UK Cocktail Competition; seeking out the best whiskey bartender to be judged at the final on the 27th of August at the recently opened bar, Cane and Grain in Manchester. The finalists will be competing not only for the 2014 Title but for a transatlantic trip to the home of Bourbon - … [Read more...]
Foxhills recruits head chef in resort dining upgrade
Foxhills Hotel and Resort in Surrey has appointed Alan O’Kane as executive head chef to oversee and upgrade its three restaurants and sizeable banqueting, conference and weddings business. Most recently, 40-year-old O’Kane has been executive head chef at luxury Wynyard Hall in County Durham, where he saw the restaurant improve from one AA rosette standard to three over 18 … [Read more...]
Reception Manager – Ashdown Park Hotel
Type: Permanent Salary: Market related Location(s): Forest Row Closing date: 29th Aug 2014 We need a highly organised Reception Manager who is happy to work a flexible rota. The rota is 5 days out of 7 and made of mostly early and late shifts. The role will involve working at weekends and on bank holidays. High levels of IT Skills (Word / Excel) is essential and … [Read more...]
Operations Manager – Thurrock
Type: Permanent Salary: £22,000 - £29,000 Location(s): Thurrock We're looking for customer-centric leaders who put the customer at the heart of everything we do. We need leaders who have experience of motivating and inspiring teams: people who are ready for their next move. So, if you want to share in a future that's looking very bright, it's time to Get On and join … [Read more...]
Burger King to leave USA?
CityA.M. reports that Burger King may leave the USA in a $20bn tax inversion deal as a result of combining with Canadian coffee and doughnut chain Tim Hortons. The deal that would create a fast food empire with a market valuation of over $20bn (£12bn). The companies only entered merger talks on Sunday, but commented that the merged group would be based in Canada, which has … [Read more...]
Artis goes on the road
Do you run, manage or own a bar in the Manchester or Leeds areas? Then don’t miss the chance to attend the ‘Artis Barware Show’. These unique and exclusive events are being held at the following two locations in conjunction with two local catering equipment distributors: Artis Barware Shows Venue Kosmonaut Location 10 Tarrif St, Northern Quarter … [Read more...]
Glasgow and Manchester shine in July Europe hotel results
The European hotel industry posted mixed results in year-over-year metrics when reported in U.S. dollars, Euros and British pounds for July 2014, according to data compiled by STR Global. Year-over-year July 2014 figures for Europe (U.S. dollars, Euros and British pounds): Europe change Occupancy 73.9% +1.0% ADR (U.S. dollars) $143.56 +5.9% ADR … [Read more...]