People

The latest news and updates on people in the industry, from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.

Aug- 2025 -

28 August

German Doner Kebab appoints new chief marketing officer

German Doner Kebab has announced the appointment of Chris Waters as its new chief marketing officer, effective 1 September. Waters, who is currently European brand director at JD Sports, will take up the role as the kebab restaurant chain continues its growth in the UK and international markets. He brings…
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27 August

Institute of Hospitality chief joins AHA advisory board

Robert Richardson, chief executive of the Institute of Hospitality, has joined the advisory board of the Accessible Hospitality Alliance (AHA). Richardson has led the institute, the global professional body for managers working in hospitality, leisure and tourism, since 2021. His appointment follows other recent additions to the aha board, including…
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21 August

McDonald’s UK&I CEO to step down

The CEO of McDonald’s UK&I, Alistair Macrow, has announced he is stepping down after four years in the role, as he looks to “pursue other UK-based opportunities outside McDonald’s”. Macrow will leave the group at the end of September and will provide a period of transition to support Lauren Schultz,…
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20 August

Accessible Hospitality Alliance appoints Charlotte Evans to advisory board

The Accessible Hospitality Alliance (AHA) has appointed Charlotte Evans to its advisory board as the organisation strengthens its focus on accessibility across the sector. Evans has more than 25 years’ experience in media, including 12 years as group publishing director of Condé Nast Johansens, where she oversaw the brand’s print,…
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18 August

Borough Market appoints new CEO

Borough Market has announced the appointment of Alistair Maddox as chief executive and Nicole Casey as director of operations, in a move to strengthen its senior leadership. Maddox, who takes up the role on 1 September, succeeds as head of the charitable trust that runs the historic London food market.…
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11 August

Chris Wayne-Wills steps down as UKHospitality Scotland chair

UKHospitality Scotland chair Chris Wayne-Wills has stepped down after a little over three years in the role. During his tenure, he oversaw the creation of a Scottish advisory group of industry leaders, introduced a new members’ forum format and expanded the organisation’s programme of well-attended member events. Wayne-Wills also met…
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6 August

Directional Pizza appoints new Europe CEO

Directional Pizza has announced the appointment of Gino Casciani as its new chief executive for Europe, effective 9 September. Casciani has held senior roles at Pret a Manger, KFC, Taco Bell and Odeon Cinemas Group. He was most recently global chief operating officer at Sushi Daily, part of KellyDeli Group,…
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5 August

Graysons appoints Jon White as managing director

Graysons has appointed Jon White as managing director following the departure of Tim O’Neill. White, who has more than 40 years’ experience in the foodservice sector, has been closely associated with the business since its early days and rejoined three years ago. He succeeds O’Neill, who oversaw the company’s transition…
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1 August

Buzzworks appoints former Hostmore CEO as non-exec chair

Scottish hospitality group, Buzzworks, has announced the appointment of the former chief executive of Hostmore, Robert Cook, to the role of non-executive chairman as it prepares to expand into the accommodation sector. Cook joins with more than 35 years of experience in hotels, having previously held senior roles as chief…
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Jul- 2025 -

25 July

Subway appoints Jonathan Fitzpatrick as CEO

Subway has appointed Jonathan Fitzpatrick as chief executive, following a global search. He will take up the role on 28 July, working with interim chief executive Carrie Walsh to oversee the transition. Fitzpatrick previously led Driven Brands, where he served as president and chief executive. During his tenure, he oversaw…
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