Catering, hospitality and event management specialists, Sodexo, have appointed Head Chef, Fritz Machala and Sales Manager, Chris Black to strengthen their operation at The National Football Stadium at Windsor Park, Belfast. Fritz Machala, a forward-thinking Head Chef with over 25 years’ experience working in the catering and hospitality industry, has worked to Michelin Star … [Read more...]
Des McDonald Restaurant Group appoints Matthew Hayes as Executive Pastry Chef
Des McDonald Restaurant Group is delighted to announce the appointment of the extremely talented Matthew Hayes, who is bringing over 20 years of experience in the industry to his new position as Executive Pastry Chef. Hayes, previously Executive Pastry Chef for Corbin & King and Soho House Group, will be overseeing the pastry section of Il Tetto – Selfridges’ new rooftop … [Read more...]
New restaurant for luxury Ascot hotel
A new destination restaurant has officially launched at the stunning four-star Macdonald Berystede Hotel & Spa in Ascot. The 90-seater, Acanthus Restaurant offers a relaxed approach to fine dining, serving both gourmet dishes, and light bites, which guests can enjoy throughout the day surrounded by views of stunning manicured gardens. The menu, has been crafted by … [Read more...]
Soho House chefs cook lunch for London’s hungry children
Chefs from Soho House have been volunteering their culinary expertise and services during Autumn half term at their nearest Kitchen Social Club, a Mayor’s Fund for London initiative to tackle holiday hunger. Chefs from Soho House sites across London assisted cooks from community groups, providing free lunches and activities for young Londoners, on free school meals and from … [Read more...]
Stonegate Pub Company puts a taste of genius on the menu
Stonegate Pub Company has further enhanced its Albert Theory of Progression (ATOP) with the launch of a new Apprenticeship Programme for back-of-house staff across the country. The hugely successful and award winning ATOP programme, designed to nurture and develop homegrown talent, has seen hundreds of employees progress their careers through structured training. The new 12 … [Read more...]