Three student chefs from Westminster Kingsway College were awarded first, second and third place at the South African Cuisine Young Chef of the Year competition on Monday. The winner was 18 year-old Jordon Powell from West Sussex, who will be flying out to train in one of South Africa’s top restaurants later this year. Jordon studies at Westminster and has now joined Alyn … [Read more...]
Key appointment checks in as Hampton by Hilton targets growth
The north-east’s newest multi-million pound hotel development has strengthened its team with the addition of a highly experienced industry figure to a key strategic role. Hampton by Hotel launched its 155-bedroom hotel near Aberdeen International Airport in February, while a second hotel in Westhill is expected to open in May (2017) providing another 173 bedrooms. The two … [Read more...]
Sustainable procurement in supply chains addressed by new international standard
BSI, the business standards company, has launched ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable procurement – Guidance. Designed to assist organizations to meet their sustainability responsibilities, ISO 20400 outlines what sustainable procurement is, and how an organization can implement sustainable procurement practically. The overarching concern of the new international standard is to make … [Read more...]
Castle St Townhouse welcomes new GM to head its expanding team
Robert Andrew Scott, joins the all day, night and drinking destination following an impressive background in a variety of Rosette, Red Star and Michelin Star properties including Hipping Hall, Lower Slaughter Manor and Manor House Castle Combe. As part of ongoing developments, Castle St Townhouse has also unveiled an eclectic new dinner concept to add to its holistic dining … [Read more...]
Hotel Café Royal appoints new Executive Chef
The Hotel Café Royal, London, has announced the appointment of Jeremy Brown as Executive Chef. Brown will join the hotel from early May 2017, and will be in charge of the hotel’s overall food strategy, as well as all kitchen duties throughout the hotel and its outlets. Jeremy’s broad culinary experience includes past senior roles at numerous top establishments, including … [Read more...]