A new survey has shown that almost two thirds of tight-fisted Brits are unwilling to loosen their purse strings when it comes to tipping. The poll by money saving site NetVoucherCodes.co.uk found that 65% of consumers felt reluctant to pay a service charge, regardless of the quality of service received. Women were revealed to be more generous tippers than men, with many … [Read more...]
Welcome Break South Mimms takes on new look
Drivers visiting the Welcome Break service station at South Mimms can now enjoy an invigorating rest from their journey thanks to the launch of a premium food court which is home to an extended range of delicious food and drink courtesy of Tossed, Harry Ramsden’s, and the 10th Subway to open at a Welcome Break. Following the success of Welcome Break’s Birchanger Green site, … [Read more...]
Gourmet Burger Kitchen serves up new restaurants
The UK’s original premium burger restaurant, Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK), is continuing to expand its estate with four new openings planned in Glasgow, Watford, Swindon and Bromley. The brand will open four new restaurants in the coming months: INTU Shopping Centre, Watford on 8th December, Glasgow St. Vincent Street on 11th December, Swindon Regent Circus on 21st January, … [Read more...]
Best Ever Business Mentors for The Hospitality Show 2015
The Business Mentors are back and their skill sets are more diverse than ever. The highly popular scheme returns to The Hospitality Show this January (NEC Birmingham, 19th-21st) offering show visitors the unique opportunity to book free 15-minute one-to-one sessions with some of the most varied and respected players in hospitality. Are you stumped by social media? Food and … [Read more...]
New GM invokes best of the 90s
At just 24, Josh Rose has enjoyed a rapid rise since entering the hospitality industry as a Kitchen Porter aged 15. Promoted to Assistant Manager level within five years of joining the industry, his aptitude for customer service and satisfying the needs of guests, not to mention a small slice of serendipity, have ensured his remarkable ascent. Beginning at sister property … [Read more...]