City of Glasgow College has received a special industry award in recognition of its excellence in training the top chefs of tomorrow. The college earned praise from the Craft Guild of Chefs, the UK’s leading chefs’ association, for its many achievements during the last 12 months, including the success of students at a canapé competition at Buckingham Palace and one of its … [Read more...]
Elior launches unique programme to develop the next generation of leaders
Contract caterer Elior UK has launched a unique training programme – set to help its site managers take their careers to the next level, developing the next generation of leaders. Accelerating Leaders – which has been recognised by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) – provides Elior’s top talent with the skills and development they need to manage multiple … [Read more...]
Mount Charles founder honoured at industry event with Outstanding Contribution accolade
Trevor Annon, the founder and chairman of Mount Charles, Ireland’s largest independently owned foodservice and outsourced business support organisation, has been awarded the Outstanding Contribution award at the 2016 Janus Awards. Organised by the Institute of Hospitality in Northern Ireland and known in the industry as the ‘Hospitality Oscars’, the Janus Awards celebrate … [Read more...]
Coombe Abbey continues winning streak of award recognition
A Warwickshire country house hotel has continued its winning streak of national, regional and trade recognition after having been shortlisted for two major awards. Finalists have been announced for the annual CHS Awards and national meetings and events industry specialist CHS Group has shortlisted Coombe Abbey, based in Brinklow, for two titles. The awards, which will … [Read more...]
Chestnut Group Announces New Executive Head Chef
Suffolk-based hospitality company, The Chestnut Group, has recruited acclaimed chef, Dan Grigg, to the new role of Group Executive Head Chef. The arrival of Grigg is a major coup for the company which aims to set new benchmarks in hospitality experiences by delivering fantastic food, quality service and stylish interiors. Grigg joins The Chestnut Group at an exciting time as … [Read more...]