Lexington is highlighting the value that apprentices can bring to business as one of Lexington’s very first apprentices, Louise Roberts, scoops her third award this year at the prestigious Craft Guild of Chefs Awards. Lex School of Talent Lexington’s apprenticeship scheme, Lex School of Talent, was set up in 2011, in conjunction with Springboard and The University of West … [Read more...]
Serco, ICMI and Albert Roux to deliver hospitality on Caledonian Sleeper
Serco Group plc, the international service company, has been selected by Transport Scotland to manage the new 15-year franchise for the Caledonian Sleeper service which is to be operated separately from the main ScotRail franchise. Outstanding hospitality service The new Caledonian Sleeper franchise is centred on creating an outstanding hospitality service that is … [Read more...]
Red Tractor for Buy British Pledge
A full-sized commercial tractor was the focus of a special event last week, as some of the biggest foodservice companies came together to sign the Buy British, Boost Britain pledge. The red Massey Ferguson, which stood impressively in the East Wintergarden in the heart of London's financial district, highlighted the significance of the Red Tractor logo within the foodservice … [Read more...]
Barbican seeks proposals for catering partners
The Barbican has announced it is seeking dynamic and innovative contract catering partners, with suitable experience and resources, to provide contemporary food and beverage offers for its restaurants, cafés and business events. The new catering contracts – for revenues exceeding £5.5 million - will start in summer 2015. Three Lots can be tendered for, either in combination, … [Read more...]
Craft Guild reveals winners of 2014 ‘Chefs Oscars’
The winners of the 2014 Craft Guild of Chefs Awards were announced at the annual gala dinner at London’s Park Plaza Westminster Bridge Hotel on Wednesday 4 June, attended by more than 650 guests. Special Award for Eric Chavot Eric Chavot, chef patron of the Michelin-starred Brasserie Chavot in the Westbury Hotel in Mayfair, was acclaimed by the Guild and guests on the night … [Read more...]