Recruiter: Abokado Location: London Salary: Competitive Salary Closes: 01 Jul 2015 We are looking for dynamic & experienced Assistant Managers to support our General Managers in motivating their teams to provide fantastic service to our customers and make our delicious, healthy, fresh products. For full details … [Read more...]
Archives for May 2015
Wavertree Town Hall set to become restaurant, bar & event space
One of South Liverpool’s most iconic buildings is set to be transformed into a new restaurant, bar and events space - almost 170 years after it was first built. Following an impressive five figure sum investment, the iconic Grade II Listed Wavertree Town Hall, which has stood proudly since 1847 and most recently ran as a pub, will undergo a series of interior renovations to … [Read more...]
Red Dog set for Lakeside
Red Dog the creator of the infamous Devastator Burger challenge, is to open its fourth outlet at Intu Lakeside, West Thurrock in Essex. The American barbeque and classic sandwich concept which began with the Red Dog Saloon and added Red Dog Sandwiches both are in Hoxton Square. It also has Red Dog South in Clapham. The group is seeking further sites in the South East. Red … [Read more...]
Robert Hunter joins The Gun as Head Chef
ETM Group has appointed Robert Hunter as Head Chef of The Gun, Docklands. Prior to The Gun, Robert was Junior Sous Chef at London’s private members’ club, The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, where he worked in the Great Gallery Kitchen brushing up on his fine-dining skills and attention to detail as well as having the opportunity to create a vast repertoire of … [Read more...]
General Manager – Cookham
Recruiter: Bel & The Dragon Location: Cookham, Maidenhead Salary: £40-45k Closes: 29 Jun 2015 Leading and inspiring a team in a successful and fast expanding restaurant operation. The General Manager has an influential role in driving service and product standards through effective leadership, excellent product knowledge and sound financial acumen. For full … [Read more...]
Britain’s contribution to culinary excellence recognised
The Chaîne des Rôtisseurs has chosen the UK to host the International Finals of the annual Young Chef of the Year Competition. The prestigious event, which attracts applications from the stars of the future, is to be held at The Manchester College in 2016, following regional and national Heats stages in over two dozen countries around the world. Hosted by countries … [Read more...]
Caffeine: EFSA estimates safe intakes
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published its Scientific Opinion on the safety of caffeine, in which it estimates acute and daily intakes that raise no safety concerns for the general healthy population. The opinion also advises on the consumption of caffeine from all dietary sources in combination with physical exercise, and on the possible risks of consuming … [Read more...]
Summer Menu underlines Harry Ramsden’s ongoing evolution
Following a successful start to 2015 which saw Q1 LFL sales increase by 5.8% and its inclusion in the Nation’s Top Brands, the evolution of Harry Ramsden’s continues with the introduction of its new Summer Menu. The iconic British brand retains a number of signature dishes, most notably its world famous fish and chips, however this summer the offering at Harry’s is being … [Read more...]
French Style Steak Knives from Tramontina for a Superior Cutting Edge
Artis, leading supplier of tableware to the foodservice industry, has launched a new, slimline French style micro serrated 5” blade steak knife from Tramontina. This high quality Brazilian brand of technologically advanced ‘polywood’ handled steak knives is available in the UK exclusively from Artis. Tramontina French Style Steak Knives The new Tramontina slimline French … [Read more...]
Grant Sous Vide to exhibit at The Lancashire Hospitality Show
Grant Sous Vide is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at the Lancashire Hospitality Show 2015, running between the 9th-10th June. Visitors will be able to see Grant’s high quality, contemporary and versatile sous vide cooking equipment, along with information on the latest products and promotions. The Lancashire Hospitality Show will be held at the Hilton Hotel … [Read more...]
Armourcoat Industry Award Finalist
Armourcoat's new decorative metal rust finish Rusteel has been shortlisted for the Mixology'15 'Product of the Year – Surfaces' Award. Mixology'15 marks the 10th Anniversary of this prestigious, industry-leading Summer Ball and Awards. Taking place on Thursday 25th June at Old Billingsgate, London, the awards recognise the most influential people and companies in the … [Read more...]
The Coach House at Middleton Lodge adds Treatment Rooms
James Allison and his partner, Rebecca, the owners of The Coach House at Middleton Lodge, have announced that Selena Blain from Cocoon in Darlington will be the collaborative partner of the soon-to-launch treatment rooms, based in the boutique hotel and restaurant. Following its successful opening in October 2014, The Coach House, based in North Yorkshire, announced earlier … [Read more...]
Beer Day Britain is on 15 June
Britain’s national beer day is to be held annually on 15th June, starting in 2015. 15th June is also the date that Magna Carta was sealed in 1215, and in 2015 it will be the 800th anniversary with national and international celebrations. Article 35 of the great charter stated: ‘Let there be throughout our kingdom a single measure for wine and a single measure for ale and a … [Read more...]
Signature Living to create 100 apprenticeships in 100 days
Liverpool based Signature Living is to recruit 100 new apprentices over the next three months as the company undergoes a massive expansion. Positions across construction, administration, hospitality and leisure services will be available as the company steps up work on the new Shankly hotel development and the transformation of Bootle’s Daniel House into high-spec student … [Read more...]
Southport’s Royal Clifton Hotel sold to D’Urberville Hotels
The 120 bedroom Best Western Royal Clifton Hotel in Southport has been sold in a deal brokered by specialist property adviser Christie + Co. Owned and operated by Tim Timmerman since 1983, the landmark hotel has now been sold to D’Urberville Hotels Limited for an undisclosed sum off a £4m asking price following a confidential marketing campaign. Originally dating back to … [Read more...]
