ULG, one of London's exciting and dynamic restaurant and bar groups, has appointed Adrian Hartley as Managing Director, as well as procuring its 10th site. Adrian Hartley Having served as Operations Manager at Kornicis Group, Hartley has already completed three years as Operations Director at ULG previous to his newly assigned position. Specialising in British food … [Read more...]
Leon hires Kirsty Saddler as Brand & Marketing Director
Naturally fast food chain Leon has brought in Kirsty Saddler to lead marketing for the brand, as they look to double in size over the next year and make it easier for even more people to eat well. Kirsty has spent 14 years in the ad industry, most recently working at BBH where she was for 7 years as Head of Strategy. Kirsty says, "People love Leon for its unique food, the … [Read more...]
Stuart Procter returns as GM to The Stafford Hotel London
The Stafford Hotel London is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Stuart Procter as General Manager. One of London's gems, nestled in prestigious St James's, The Stafford Hotel London offers a unique location within a stone throw from Buckingham Palace and Green Park and within walking distance to some of the finest shopping streets in London; St James’s Street, Jermyn … [Read more...]
Georgian House Hotel appointment in quest for five-star status
Georgian House, the 60 bedroom family-run boutique hotel in London’s Victoria, has appointed Adam Rowledge as its new General Manager. Awarded a Master Innholder scholarship on the Cranfield Talent Development Programme in 2015 and an Acorn Award in 2012, Adam will utilise his varied and prestigious experience to help propel Georgian House in achieving their target of … [Read more...]
Corinthia Hotels appoints UK-based Conference and Incentives team
Corinthia Hotels has announced the appointment of its new UK-based Conference & Incentives team. Janet Broomfield takes on the role of Group Director of Sales UK – Meetings & Events, while Alessia Cappuccini joins as Corporate & MICE Sales Manager. Jane Colbeck-McKinnon will support their work in her role as Regional Sales Coordinator. Working closely with … [Read more...]
New Sales and Marketing Director Chris Lewis for Seasoned team
Award-winning event caterer Seasoned have appointed Chris Lewis as Sales and Marketing Director to lead the sales team and drive new business into their sole and partner venues. Chris takes over from Katie Willcox – who has moved on to At Home Catering – and brings with him a passion for food and events and over 20 years’ experience in sales and marketing. Speaking about … [Read more...]
Delicious Dining appoints José Garcia as General Manager
Delicious Dining has appointed José Garcia as the General Manger of its new flagship Southampton eatery Tapas Barcelona. The 5,000 sq. ft. restaurant, which is located in Southampton’s Cultural Quarter, is due to open in November. The million pound restaurant is the group’s largest investment to date. Garcia, who hails from Salamanca, Northern Spain, joins the South’s … [Read more...]
New Catering Duo joins BMA House
BaxterStorey has appointed Patrick Brooks as General Manager for BMA House alongside new head chef Gordon McCartney to join its talented in house catering team ready for the busy autumn events season. Patrick has over 10 years’ experience in hospitality management joining from the RSA in Fenchurch Street where he successfully managed the in house catering … [Read more...]
Flesh & Buns appoints Jon De Villa
Flesh & Buns, from the team behind Bone Daddies, has appointed a new Head Chef, Jon De Villa, at the popular Covent Garden restaurant. Jon, who will be working alongside Chef Proprietor, Ross Shonhan, will bring a wealth of relevant experience to the Flesh & Buns kitchen having worked as Chef de Partie at Michelin-starred Zafferano before being recruited by the … [Read more...]
GM for new Mr Fogg’s Tavern, Covent Garden
With a career that spans venues in all corners of London, James Eaton has now been appointed General Manager of the Inception Group’s latest opening, Mr Fogg’s Tavern in Covent Garden, launching this month. James will be looking after the property of Jules Verne’s fictional character, Philieas Fogg, left to him by his late Aunt Gertrude. James’s rich experience of running … [Read more...]
New GM at the helm of Lake District’s The Ryebeck
Eric Arens, former operationsmanager at Michelin starred Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, has joined The Ryebeck, Bowness, in the heart of the Lake District as General Manager. Belgian born Eric takes over from previous General Manager, Nicola Tickle, who is expecting her first child. Nicola will re-joining the company in future months. Eric … [Read more...]
Peter Kay wins Celebrity Pub Pal prize
Comedian, writer and actor Peter Kay has been named the Greene King Celebrity Pub Pal of the Year for 2015. Bolton-born Kay secured the award after a national poll asked, which British celebrity would you most like to have a drink down the pub with? Last year’s inaugural winner, the actor, writer and presenter Stephen Fry, was narrowly beaten by Kay into second … [Read more...]
The seven steps to sampling heaven
We’ve already covered ‘The seven sins of sampling’ - what NOT to do when planning and executing sampling campaigns. But avoiding common pitfalls is only half the job. To achieve real success and stand-out with your sampling, you need to balance the basics with the science. To make sure that your sampling campaign reaches the right people at the right time, and gives them … [Read more...]
Patrick Dempsey joins Staycity Board
Patrick Dempsey, former managing director of Whitbread Hotels & Restaurants, is to become a non-executive director of Dublin-based serviced apartment operator Staycity. Dempsey joins Staycity at a time of significant growth for the company. Its current estate of apartments and aparthotels stands at 1,000 across eight European cities, but an active development pipeline … [Read more...]
Servest Catering makes two key senior appointments
Servest Catering has made two new senior appointments to further drive the direction and growth of the business. Tony Winterbottom (above) joins as Business Director and Craig Fettes is appointed as Operations Director in what are key roles for the catering business going forward. Both roles report directly to John Hamill, Managing Director of Servest Catering. Tony … [Read more...]