Marriott UK is continuing to show its support for the LGBT community with the appointment of a Drag Queen Concierge, who will be welcoming guests at hotels during PRIDE weekends. Throughout July and August, renowned Drag Queen, Anna Phylatic, will be joining the hotel teams to check-in guests, direct them to their room and give hints and advice on the best places to enjoy … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2015
Sodexo Prestige Chef celebrates 40 years of Golfing Gastronomy
Malcolm Emery has been Sodexo Prestige’s Principal Chef for the past 20 years, developing an impressive and extensive portfolio of catering experience that includes prestigious venues and events such as Windsor Castle, Hampton Court Palace, the Lord Mayor’s Banquet, and Buckingham Palace Garden Parties. However, he claims the most defining aspect of his career to be his 40 … [Read more...]
Cool designs: Williams at Takeaway Innovation Expo 2015
Refrigeration for all areas of the takeaway business Stand 713, 29 – 30 September, ExCel London Williams supplies refrigeration for all aspects of the takeaway sector from kebab houses, burger bars, pizzerias and coffee shops. The scope of Williams’ range of refrigeration is designed to match the huge diversity of takeaway outlets. Models include space-saving back of … [Read more...]
David Guile launches leadership Masterclasses for Hospitality Executives
David Guile, former CEO of Macdonald Hotels & Resorts, has launched a new Executive Coaching business designed specifically to provide one-to-one support for present and future leaders of the hospitality industry. Whether they are CEOs, Managing Directors and Senior Executives or high potential performers who will be the next generation of hospitality leaders, this offering … [Read more...]
Intrepid Fox perfect fit for the Glovers
Intrepid Fox, the single-serve ‘wine in a glass’, has proven to be a perfect fit for Yeovil Town FC, providing the club’s bars and food outlets with a fast-serve solution to periods of high demand. Intrepid Fox promotes rapid dispensing, enabling bar staff to serve the drinks quickly and efficiently, while providing customers with a more attractive product that is also easier … [Read more...]
Brits spend £76 million every day on eating out for breakfast
Brits are spending £76 million every day on eating out for breakfast, according to a new survey by Beacon, the leading purchasing company. The research reveals that one in three people eat breakfast outside the home at least once a week, with 9.6million people eating out every day. Almost half of those surveyed eat breakfast out more now than they did five years ago, and on … [Read more...]
SIBA to drive quality with new scheme
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) is introducing a unique food safety and quality management programme for its members with a target to help at least 500 brewers gain the accreditation within two years. The SIBA Certificate is based around independent assessment of brewers’ adherence to the organisation’s Manual of Good Brewing Practice which contains detailed … [Read more...]
Deliveroo raises $70m for international expansion
Deliveroo, the on-demand delivery service for high-quality restaurant meals, has announced a $70m Series C investment round led by Greenoaks Capital and Index Ventures, with participation from existing investors Accel and Hoxton Ventures. The investment will be used to accelerate Deliveroo’s international expansion and continue to strengthen Deliveroo’s position as the leading … [Read more...]
Raymond Blanc and Sodexo to deliver Chelsea Flower Show hospitality
Guests will be treated to a new, innovative hospitality experience inspired by Raymond Blanc at the world’s leading flower show next year. World-renowned chef Raymond Blanc OBE and Sodexo Prestige have partnered with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) to revamp the Hospitality Village and President’s Marquee at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, sponsored by M&G … [Read more...]
SIBA winners to showcase at Great British Beer Festival
The Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) will be showcasing eight of its competition winners at the Great British Beer Festival (GBBF) in August, giving visitors the chance to sample the cask ales that triumphed in SIBA’s National Beer Competition, announced at BeerX in Sheffield earlier this year. The beers will be served throughout the festival on the SIBA Champions Bar. … [Read more...]
Benugo celebrates 16% growth and continued investment
Benugo, which operates high-street stores and concessions within corporate organisations and public spaces, has announced that it has seen a 16% growth in turnover (£81.1m from £70.1m in 2013), for the year ending 26 December 2014. Largely attributed to like-for-like growth across its high street operations (18% up on the previous year), Benugo also saw significant contract … [Read more...]
Cloudy over London hotels while sun shines on the South West
London hotels reported a decrease in gross operating profit per available room (GOPPAR) in the month of June, but the UK provinces continued to show much more positive year-on-year movements with South West hoteliers recording a 12.6% surge in GOPPAR, according to the latest data from HotStats. Hotels in the South West of the country achieved a combined rise in occupancy of … [Read more...]
If it’s tonic, it’s Fever-tree
Fever-Tree, the supplier of premium carbonated mixers for alcoholic spirits, has announced its Interim Results for the period ended 30 June 2015 with Tim Warrillow, CEO of Fever-Tree commenting: "We are delighted to report that the Group's strong performance throughout 2014 has continued into the first half of 2015. We achieved a 62% increase in revenue with all four of our … [Read more...]
Smeg Stand Mixers Add 50s Style
Smeg Foodservice Solutions has added the 1950s inspired design Stand Mixer to the range of equipment it offers to UK catering professionals. “The SMF01 Stand Mixer is ideal for smaller operators and those who want to add a touch of classic retro design to a theatre kitchen set-up. It features an 800W direct drive motor for powerful mixing action that’s controlled by ten … [Read more...]
Bar Manager – Jacks Bar
Recruiter: Windmill Taverns Group Location: SE1 8DD, London (Greater) Salary: £30k plus bonus Closes: 15 Aug 2015 We have a fantastic team at Jacks all looking to learn and progress, which is why it is key you are a great people developer and passionate about them gaining confidence in your operational style. For full details … [Read more...]