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.

Apr- 2021 -

8 April

Malhotra Group appoints new CFO

Malhotra Group has announced the appointment of David Elliott as its new chief financial officer (CFO). The hospitality group, which owns hotels, bars and restaurants across Tyneside, is expanding its board as it seeks out commercial interests in the Punjab region of India. Elliott, who has worked within the accountancy…
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Mar- 2021 -

17 March

Wright Brothers names Henry Harris as chef and beverage director

Seafood restaurant group Wright Brothers has appointed Henry Harris to the new role of chef and beverage director. In his new role, Harris will be responsible for food, drink and service in Wright Brothers’ four restaurants, and also oversee product development for the company’s online range. Harris – who is…
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15 March

Carly Heath named night time economy advisor for Bristol

Carly Heath has been named as Bristol’s night-time economy advisor, commencing the role at the start of April. Tasked with leading Bristol’s hospitality sector recovery, Heath will champion the city’s clubs, pubs, restaurants, events venues, and those who work at them. Situated in the city office, Heath will work alongside…
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9 March

Hospitality salaries up ‘significantly’ despite pandemic, report finds

Despite the economic impact of Covid-19, average salary levels across the hospitality and leisure sector grew “significantly” in 2020, according to new data released by recruitment group Reed. From analysis of over 6.5 million jobs posted to reed.co.uk over the last three years, the Reed Hospitality and Leisure Salary Guide…
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Feb- 2021 -

26 February

Yo Sushi appoints new chair

Yo Sushi has announced that John Walden has joined the group as its new chairman. It comes as present chairman Eric Nicoli is stepping down to pursue other interests, having joined the group in 2015 following the acquisition of the company by Mayfair Private Equity. According to the group, he…
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19 February

Implications for gig economy as Supreme Court rules against Uber

Uber has lost its appeal to the Supreme Court over drivers’ rights in a decision which could have wider implications for the gig economy. The Supreme Court has decided in Uber BV and others v Aslam and others that tens of thousands of Uber drivers in the UK, most of…
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19 February

McDonald’s sets targets for 2030 gender parity

McDonald’s has announced a new set of targets to see an increased representation of women and minority groups in senior roles, with an overall goal to reach gender parity in leadership roles by the end of 2030. The group said it will now be implementing policies that will hold its…
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18 February

Inn Collection Group appoints property director amid expansion plans

The Inn Collection Group has appointed Louise Stewart as its new property director as it continues to roll out expansion plans across the North of England. Stewart brings with her an “abundance” of experience and knowledge, having worked in the commercial property industry for over 20 years, as well as…
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8 February

City pantry appoints Matt Ephgrave as MD

City Pantry, a corporate food delivery platform, has appointed Matt Ephgrave as its new managing director. Previously the COO at Festicket, a global festival travel platform, Ephgrave brings a wealth of hybrid and marketplaces business experience to the role. The new appointee will be tasked with driving commercial growth by…
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4 February

ISHC adds RLA’s CEO to its board

The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISCH) has elected RLA CEO Roger Allen as its newest board member. ISHC is represented by some 200 of the industry’s “most respected professionals” from across six continents with the aim of being the leading source for global hospitality expertise. The ISHC was founded…
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