When 85% of people are looking to book a hotel they check and compare online reviews, with 90% of online reviews left unmanaged, there is a significant opportunity for hoteliers to take advantage of this imbalance. Most hoteliers even when aware of this simply do not have the in house experience to do so. This gap in communications is in offline terms the equivalent of … [Read more...]
New GM appointed at De Vere Selsdon Estate
De Vere Selsdon Estate, part of the De Vere portfolio of country estate hotels and event destinations, has announced the appointment of Richard Clogg as General Manager to oversee the leisure and corporate business and day-to-day running of the hotel. With more than 20 years’ experience, Richard brings with him in-depth knowledge of both the luxury hotel marketplace and … [Read more...]
Three new senior appointments announced today at Trump Turnberry
Trump Turnberry, the Luxury Collection Resort on the Ayrshire coast, has announced today that it has filled three senior positions. Returning to Turnberry is David Main, Senior Sous Chef de Tournant. With over 20 years of experience, David began his Turnberry journey in May 2009 as Senior Chef de Partie before a move to Dubai beckoned. With an abundance of passion and … [Read more...]
Leading associations to host inspirational Keynotes at Commercial Kitchen 2019
With just over one month to go until Commercial Kitchen 2019 – the UK’s only dedicated kitchen equipment, services and design show – the cream of the industry is gearing up for what looks set to be the show’s biggest and best edition yet. Reflecting its strong industry backing, the 2019 event, which takes place on 4-5 June at the NEC Birmingham, boasts 12 association … [Read more...]
Why are KP’s the kings and queens of hospitality cool?
It really is amazing how popular Kitchen Porters are in hospitality, almost everyone loves a KP. This was emphasised recently when UKHospitalty CEO, Kate Nicholls tweeted about how vital the work of KP’s is in hospitality. The tweet pictured below has been greeted (to date as we publish) with 155 retweets, 640 likes and 44 comments, Nicholls is popular on twitter, but this … [Read more...]