The Chaser Inn in Shipbourne recently welcomed Albert and Michel Roux to cook a charity dinner in aid of Saint Giles Church and Farmers Market. Brian Whiting, Managing Director of Whiting and Hammond said, “We were overwhelmed with the input from Albert and Michel Roux Jr, the buzz in the kitchen was electric. We were joined by students from the local K College catering … [Read more...]
Apprentice takeover at Orchid – startles and rewards
Reading Rufus’ Blog on the Orchid Group website alerted H & C News to an interesting – and rewarding – exercise carried out by Orchid Group. Most organisations would probably be reluctant to put apprentices in charge after just one year of training – apparently not so at Orchid! After a year’s intensive training and development, Orchid’s 108 apprentices came together … [Read more...]
First-time hospitality managers to receive extra support
The People 1st Training Company has launched a new training programme to support junior managers who are taking the first step up from team member to manager. Over four days of training, the Management 1st programme helps managers get to grips with the basics of managing a team – from coaching and communication skills to presentation techniques, effective listening, and … [Read more...]
Stonegate creates role to boost Pre-Booked Sales
Award winning Stonegate Pub Company has put plans in place to boost pre-booked sales across its businesses with the appointment of Alex Griem in the newly created role of Head of Pre-Booked Sales. Reporting into Richard Bruce, Stonegate’s Marketing Director, Griem, who brings with him eight years of experience in marketing and pre-booked sales, has been tasked with … [Read more...]
Food costs for October
Top News The major changes in price this month all relate to fresh produce. Melon prices have all increased this month, with oranges and melons really pushing prices up, with an increase of (+101.25%). Gala melons also significantly increased in price (+82.14%). The price of honeydew melons (+10.95%) and watermelons (+20%) also rose across September, but not as steeply as the … [Read more...]