On Sunday evening on 21st May 2017 the BII Scotland held their annual awards ceremony at the Crowne Plaza in Glasgow. More than 360 of the brightest and best in Scotland donned their finest and attended the event which celebrated the best operators and individuals in the Licensed Hospitality industry in Scotland. There were a total of nine awards categories and winners, as … [Read more...]
New CEO appointed at Sodexo
On behalf of Sodexo’s Board of Directors, Chairwoman Sophie Bellon has announced the appointment of Denis Machuel, currently CEO of Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services, and Group Chief Digital Officer, to succeed Michel Landel as CEO and Chairman of the Executive Committee in January 2018. Michel Landel has announced his intention to retire and … [Read more...]
Steve Penny appointed as Head Pastry Chef at Lancaster London
Lancaster London, the iconic hotel overlooking Hyde Park, has appointed Steve Penny as its new Head Pastry Chef. In his new role, Steve will oversee the excellent Pastry Department which encompasses a team of six within their own specialist kitchen. This busy kitchen brigade is responsible for creating the bread, pastries and desserts for the entire 411 bedroom hotel, which … [Read more...]
Spoke-tacular Cyclists Invited to 2017 Team Velo Challenge
The Springboard Charity’s Team Velo Challenge will see cyclists pedalling from London to Paris over three days this September and Springboard is inviting participants of all abilities to take on the three day team challenge. The 2017 cycling challenge will take place 21st – 23rd September 2017 as participants pedal their way between two of the most iconic cities in the … [Read more...]
Students commemorate college with final showcase dinner
It’s the end of an era for our Level 3 Hospitality and Catering students, who recently marked the end of their studies with a celebratory showcase dinner. But there was no time to relax for the students – tasked with designing the menu and creating the table arrangements, it was all hands on deck for one last time. Attendees included the students’ parents and local … [Read more...]