By Angela Green: Foodbuy appoints new Commercial Director of Hospitality. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Foodbuy, the procurement division of Compass Group UK & Ireland, has announced the appointment of Carl Howells as its new Commercial Director. With an impressive track record and extensive experience in the field, Howells brings a fresh … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2024
The Beaumont Mayfair welcomes the return of Antonino Lo Iacono
By Angela Green: The Beaumont Mayfair welcomes the return of Antonino Lo Iacono. Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics The Beaumont Hotel in Mayfair has announced the appointment of Antonino Lo Iacono as Beverage Manager. Lo Iacono returns to The Beaumont after a year away and will oversee the wine and drinks programme for the hotel, including The … [Read more...]
Starboard announces GM for new Gatwick Airport hotel
By Angela Green: Starboard announces GM for new Gatwick Airport hotel. Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics Starboard Hotels is pleased to announce the new General Manager of Ibis Styles Gatwick, their premiere Gatwick Airport hotel. Simon Fordham, a well known hospitality industry figure, with almost 30 years’ experience, is leading the re-opening of Starboard's … [Read more...]
Further integrating robots into hospitality’s workforce matrix
By @GraceWeaverAI: Further integrating robots into hospitality’s workforce matrix. The hospitality and catering industry worldwide is increasingly turning to technology to enhance operational efficiency, improve customer service, and address people and skills shortages. One of the most intriguing developments in this field is the growing adoption of robots in various roles … [Read more...]
CH&CO crowns 2024 Chef of the Year
By Angela Green: CH&CO crowns 2024 Chef of the Year. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Ciaran McGill, a Head Chef for Gather & Gather Ireland has been crowned CH&CO Chef of the Year 2024. McGill triumphed against strong competition at the grand finals, held at the University of West London. The cohort of talented finalists comprised of … [Read more...]
wagamama enables people experiencing mental health difficulties to Shout out
By Angela Green: wagamama enables people experiencing mental health difficulties to Shout out. wagamama has been invested in supporting charities and individuals in the mental health space for many years and has today announced its new partnership with Shout, the UK’s first and only free 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone experiencing mental health … [Read more...]
Promoting Digital Inclusion to be accessible for people living with disabilities
By Denis Sheehan FIH: Promoting Digital Inclusion to be accessible for people living with disabilities. Promoting Digital Inclusion is a new video launched by Dorset charity The Crumbs Project to further boost employability and life-skills amongst adults living with disabilities. Promoting Digital Inclusion addresses a crucial need through providing tailored … [Read more...]
Sodexo’s Stop Hunger Foundation raises £286,000 at dinner
By Angela Green: Sodexo’s Stop Hunger Foundation raises £286,000 at dinner. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sodexo’s Stop Hunger Foundation welcomed distinguished supply partners, clients, charity partners and friends to its annual event celebrating the impact of the Foundation and raising £286,000. Held at the Amex Stadium in Brighton on 21 March, the … [Read more...]
Enjoying the Art of Lunch at Veeraswamy, a timeless authentic taste of India
By Denis Sheehan FIH: Enjoying the Art of Lunch at Veeraswamy, a timeless authentic taste of India. The art of lunch is best enjoyed with lashings of conversation poured over with friends. Last week I was privileged to indulge as such at Veeraswamy to discuss people, training, and accessibility with Sir Garry Hawkes CBE, and Professor Peter Jones MBE. With the … [Read more...]
Exploring opportunities for reusables
Exploring opportunities for reusables. Exploring Opportunities for Reusables in Hospitality and Foodservice - is now available, showcasing the collective efforts of the catering community and consumers to minimise waste. This insightful report enabled by Meiko UK, renowned for their sustainable warewashing expertise, sheds light on the significant strides being made in … [Read more...]
TWO Services renews ISO certification
The UK-wide cleaning and maintenance provider has announced that its ISO 9001, 14001 and 4500 certifications have been renewed after the tri-annual re-certification audit. Companies must be reassessed and recertified every three years in line with the UKAS ISO scheme’s requirements. Meeting ISO standards has always been hugely important to the leadership team at TWO, as … [Read more...]
Compass joins group creating better socio-economic inclusion in workforces
By Angela Green: Compass joins group creating better socio-economic inclusion in workforces. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Compass Group UK & Ireland’s Chief People Officer, Carol Sommerville, has joined the Social Mobility Commission’s Employer Advisory Group (EAG), which works to support organisations to create better socio-economic inclusion in their … [Read more...]
Meet The Belfry Green Team
By Gail Aldridge, Marketing Director, The Belfry Hotel & Resort: Meet The Belfry Green Team. Hotel News is sponsored by SoftBank Robotics The 2020s are often referred to as “the crucial decade” - the last decade in which, if the world comes together as one global community, we have the chance to limit the impact of climate change before our window to make a … [Read more...]
Vacherin steps up reducing food waste in partnership with Silo
By Angela Green: Vacherin steps up reducing food waste in partnership with Silo. Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Vacherin has launched a chef-focused sustainability initiative in partnership with renowned chef and restaurateur Doug McMaster and his team at the no-waste restaurant Silo. The Silo Stages project is designed to accelerate the specialist London … [Read more...]
Opening date announced for Pan-Asian UBA Shoreditch
By Angela Green: Opening date announced for Pan-Asian UBA Shoreditch. The team behind Soho’s Sucre and the recently opened CLAP London, is bringing a new Pan-Asian dining concept to Shoreditch with the opening of UBA on 2nd April. The 275 sqm space is located on Great Eastern Street and forms part of the Hart Shoreditch Hotel. It features a 105-cover restaurant plus a … [Read more...]
