The Best Western Cresta Court Hotel in Altrincham, south Manchester, has this week announced two new appointments within its management team. The Hotel has recruited Martin Wilson to the role of deputy general manager, whilst general manager Scott McDonald has also been appointed to the board of Altrincham BID.
Martin brings ten years of hotel and catering experience to the Hotel, most recently with a two-year term as deputy general manager of Lancashire’s Bartle Hall hotel, and prior to that as food and beverage manager at the Best Western Glendower Hotel. His responsibilities will include managing the day to day running of the Hotel’s busy conference and banqueting operations, the Townfields restaurant and hotel bar. He will have a specific focus on food and beverage development.
Martin Wilson, deputy general manager said: “The Hotel has undergone a major refurbishment in the last couple of years, so this is a key time for me to join the team. With increased conference capacity and the restaurant now in a prime hotel location, we have the scope to really develop our food offering and bring something different to guests. It is an exciting opportunity for me.”
The role of deputy general manager was vacated last year by Scott McDonald, who moved up to the Hotel’s top job as general manager. In addition to managing the Hotel, Scott has also recently been appointed to the board of Altrincham BID, and says that: “Martin’s appointment is timely, as we are looking to develop the Hotel with a stronger food offering this year and his experience will be a huge asset.
“My role in charge of the Hotel increasingly involves me working within the local community and with other Altrincham businesses. The Cresta Court has been at the heart of Altrincham for over 40 years, a keen supporter of the town’s regeneration, and is still a favourite for local events and accommodation. So, I am particularly keen to work closely with Altrincham BID to continue developing the town as a great place to live, visit and work.”
Ewen Miller, chair of Altrincham BID said: “We are thrilled that Scott has joined Altrincham’s BID Board. He brings a wealth of experience to the position and his contribution will be highly valued. It’s also great to add the leisure dimension to the spread of business sectors represented on the Board”.
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