By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: 178,000 vacancies in hospitality: The KP Club identify one willing, ready, and able candidate… Operating The Kitchen Porters Club twitter account is a real eye opener, seems everyone loves a KP. As with our own twitter account, I carefully monitor engagement, and only reciprocate where I judge it as warranted. A few weeks ago The … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2022
BBPA submits call for permanent business rates reform to parliamentary inquiry
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: BBPA submits call for permanent business rates reform to parliamentary inquiry. The British Beer and Pub Association (BBPA) has responded to the All-party Parliamentary Beer Group (APPBG) Business Rates Inquiry, calling for long overdue reform that reduces the disproportionate burden paid by pubs and brewers. The … [Read more...]
CRG Eliminates 57 Tonnes of Non-Recyclable Black Materials Per Year
CRG Eliminates 57 Tonnes of Non-Recyclable Black Materials Per Year The Country Range Group has announced that at the end of 2021, all non-recyclable black packaging material was successfully removed from the production of new Country Range products. While some products with longer shelf-life will still have the old packaging until stocks run out, it is already estimated … [Read more...]
UK-first – the most hygienic hand dryer ever?
Manufacturing firm launches air sanitiser and hand dryer in one that ‘reduces risk’ at every stage of use. Oxford-based hand dryer manufacturer Airdri is bringing a new product to market that is set to revolutionise bathroom hygiene and infection control. The firm’s new first of its kind, PureDri unit, is unlike anything else currently available. It has been designed and … [Read more...]
One at Palm Jumeriah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai completion announced
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: One at Palm Jumeriah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai completion announced. OMNIYAT & Dorchester Collection announces the completion of One at Palm Jumeriah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai. The OMNIYAT development offers unparalleled views of the shorelines of Dubai. Managed by Dorchester Collection, the property welcomes … [Read more...]
Introducing New Independent Estate-Wine Merchants – Bacchus Wines PLDC
Introducing New Independent Estate-Wine Merchants - Bacchus Wines PLDC Bacchus Wines PLDC Ltd is a new independent estate-wine merchant offering joyful and affordable wines to trade and individuals alike. Bacchus Wines is a new partnership between Hampshire locals, wine broker and hospitality expert Pierre-Loup DeCam, and Trond Rornes of CardsSafe. They aim to … [Read more...]
Kim Ratcharoen appointed Head Chef at 3 Michelin Star, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Kim Ratcharoen appointed Head Chef at 3 Michelin Star, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay. Gordon Ramsay has announced the return of Kim Ratcharoen to his 3 Michelin Star, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, as Head Chef. Ratcharoen previously worked in the business for several years, leaving as Senior Sous Chef to take a personal Sabbatical. … [Read more...]
Safeguarding mobile payment devices in hospitality
Safeguarding mobile payment devices in hospitality The benefits of mobile pay-at-table solutions are abundant, for both businesses and consumers. However, without adequate protection, mobile payment devices could fail to produce such benefits and could instead result in lost potential revenue. In bustling Hospitality settings, it is crucial that technology is secure from … [Read more...]
Welcome to the Meiko ‘EXPERIENCE ZONE’
Welcome to the Meiko ‘EXPERIENCE ZONE’ Meiko's new ‘portal to the world of hygiene’ - The Meiko Experience Zone provides visitors with lectures, presentations, videos, conferences, a wealth of topics from Meiko’s world of cleanliness and hygiene. The multimedia experience provides a variety of presentation formats. In the Media Centre, visitors can find video lectures … [Read more...]
Lords Committee issue strong criticism on lack of guidance in proposed regulatory change on use of Genetically Modified plants
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Lords Committee issue strong criticism on lack of guidance in proposed regulatory change on use of Genetically Modified plants. Producing food safely matters, it matters for the environment, welfare, farmers, consumers and the hospitality and catering industry. So it is good news that the House of Lords Secondary Legislation … [Read more...]
Applications now open for Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Diploma
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Applications now open for Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Diploma. The next generation of hotel leaders are being invited to apply for the opportunity to be considered for the Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders Diploma (MIALD) 2022. Applications for this unique diploma are open to supervisors and junior managers in all … [Read more...]
Controversial ‘Hooters’ restaurant granted licence to open in Liverpool city centre
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Controversial ‘Hooters’ restaurant granted licence to open in Liverpool city centre. The Liverpool Echo is reporting that Liverpool’s licensing authority have granted approval for the controversial ‘Hooters’ restaurant brand to open a second branch of the US franchise to the city. The licence was given the go-ahead … [Read more...]
Hospitality and competitive socialising openings set to boom at Westfield
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Hospitality and competitive socialising openings set to boom at Westfield. Westfield across its two London sites in 2021 have signed 23 new hospitality and competitive socialising sector venues with a number opening over the coming months. At Westfield London, Salt Yard Charcuterie and Tapas will open in Q1. The … [Read more...]
Keen on Green plant-based offering builds on sustainable lifestyle practices
By Denis Sheehan, Publisher, H&C News: Keen on Green plant-based offering builds on sustainable lifestyle practices. Building on their commitment to sustainable lifestyle practices, The Lux Collective have incorporated a new group-wide Keen on Green, plant-based offering into their menus. Featuring an array of dishes which are plant-based, vegetarian, vegan, … [Read more...]
In aid of Hospitality Action: The Restaurant ‘A slice of Holme’
By Chef Steve West: In aid of Hospitality Action: The Restaurant ‘A slice of Holme’. The Restaurant ‘A slice of Holme’ (Don’t be Phil), is a hard-hitting, Machiavellian, fast paced and explosive new play published in aid of Hospitality Action’. Throughout 2020 and now into 2022, Covid-19 is still having a massive impact on life for so many hospitality people from the … [Read more...]