In 2014 four of Scotland’s leading hotels came together to create a viable and lifelong career opportunity for young people in the hospitality sector. Apprenticeship in Hospitality Scotland (AHS) was established to encourage people to join and progress in this rewarding sector rather than using it as a stepping-stone to something else. There are now 14 hotels involved in … [Read more...]
Andrew Dixon named as the head chef tutor at the new Cookery School at The Grand, York
Andrew Dixon has been named as the head chef tutor at the new cookery school at The Grand, York, due to open in March 2019. The former 3 AA Rosette restaurant owner turned professional cookery lecturer, has been appointed to help the cookery school achieve its mission of creating an environment which becomes a place to relax, have fun, make friends and try something … [Read more...]
Revolution bars announce Durham city centre opening
More than 60 jobs will be created with the opening of a premium bar chain in Durham city centre. Revolution, the modern bar and restaurant venue, is expanding its North-East presence with a brand-new site on Silver Street which sits on Framwellgate Bridge. It has announced it will be hosting a launch party on Friday 23rd November, where customers will be able to sign-up to … [Read more...]
Mercure Leeds Centre Hotel now officially open
The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Councillor Graham Latty, and Lady Mayoress, Councillor Pat Latty, officially opened the new Mercure Leeds Centre Hotel at a launch party organised by general manager Ruslana Yarmolyuk on 18 September. Elegant cocktails and canapés were served to attendees including Splendid Hospitality’s Chairman Shiraz Boghani, Vice Chairman Nadeem Boghani, CEO … [Read more...]
The Roux Family announce the Roux Scholarship 2019
Alongside the dates of this year’s Roux Scholarship the Roux Family have revealed the typical skills they are looking for in the next chef to be crowned ‘Roux Scholar’. As one of the most prestigious competitions in the world, the Roux Scholarship can be the door to a world of opportunities. Yet those with their eye on the life-changing prize don’t need to be working at a … [Read more...]