Butlins is developing plans to regenerate a further part of its Minehead site by replacing some older holiday accommodation with a modern resort hotel. The proposal, which represents a £20 million development, will create up to 100 new jobs. Butlins Minehead’s Managing Director, Julian Highfield, comments: “Visitors tell us that they would welcome the flexibility and … [Read more...]
Brasserie Bar Co to develop White Brasserie pub business
Brasserie Bar Co, the owner of Raymond Blanc-inspired Brasserie Blanc and White Brasserie Company, has announced it will open 15-20 new pubs under the White Brasserie brand over the next three years. This follows the announcement that the company has secured £13.5 million of new funding from ESO Capital Group which specialises in providing tailor-made capital solutions to … [Read more...]
Vocational Hospitality Employers and Employees to be recognised at VQ Day Awards
The seventh annual VQ Day campaign has kicked off with a call for vocational excellence to be recognised within the world of business – with companies being encouraged to nominate themselves for the VQ Employer of the Year award, sponsored by City & Guilds. This is a great opportunity for learners, employers and teachers within the hospitality and catering sector to … [Read more...]
Hotelympia joins ‘Craft Beer Takeover’
With news that the UK is in the midst of a craft beer boom, Hotelympia is launching a brand new feature that will unite visiting operators with the people and the beers that are spearheading yearly market growth of almost 90%. Putting craft beer on the menu The UK’s most comprehensive event for the hospitality industry is launching Craft Beer Takeover – a co-located … [Read more...]
Annual forum to deliver what catering employers need
The Professional Association for Catering Education (PACE) and People 1st have once again joined forces to help employers tackle critical issues facing the sector such as changes to apprenticeships and the ongoing need to find skilled staff. The issues will be addressed at the PACE and People 1st learning and development forum, which will bring together employers and learning … [Read more...]