The Lawrence Hotel in Burnley has welcomed Jill Bollard to the team this week, as she takes on a new role in business development for the independent hotel. Bollard (nee Browton), from North Manchester, has a rich history working in hotels across Manchester including launching the Park Inn by Radisson, as well as taking on key roles at Rosetti Hotel (now Abode) and … [Read more...]
The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) partners with UK Students Union Association (UKSUA)
The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO) has signed a partnership with the UK Students Union Association (UKSUA), allowing UKSUA members to benefit from TUCO’s procurement contracts. Mike Haslin, CEO of TUCO said: “We are delighted to partner with UKSUA. We’re confident that our not for profit procurement services can offer them a consistent and efficient procurement … [Read more...]
Steve Jones appointed Managing Director of Wyboston Lakes Limited
Steve Jones has succeeded Mark Jones (no relation) as Managing Director of Wyboston Lakes Limited following Mark’s promotion to Deputy Chairman. 25 years of experience in the hospitality and catering industry has equipped Steve Jones well to take charge of one of the largest privately-owned venues of its kind in Northern Europe. Wyboston Lakes Resort is located between … [Read more...]
SSP opens premium coffee outlet Bazzar Caffè at Düsseldorf Airport
SSP Group PLC, a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide, is bringing a taste of Italian coffee culture to Düsseldorf Airport with the opening of its new Bazzar Caffè concept. Founded by Aydin Kirici in 1996, Bazzar Caffè helped pioneer coffee culture in Düsseldorf and is firmly established at the heart of the Rhine metropolis’s burgeoning … [Read more...]
Multiple operator undertakes major Oxfordshire refurbishment with Star
Southern based multiple operator, S.I. Leisure Ltd. has taken on a second pub with Star Pubs & Bars, The Fox in Steventon, Oxfordshire, and is undertaking a joint £280k refurbishment to transform the pub into a family friendly gastro pub with rooms. This latest venture brings to five the number of pubs within the S.I. Leisure estate, which is run by Ian Ellis and Sefa … [Read more...]