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.

Sep- 2024 -

3 September

Rhubarb appoints new VP of business development

International hospitality group Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC) has appointed Tom Crocker as vice president of business development. In this role, Crocker will focus on delivering growth across Rhubarb’s key channels including Iconic Venues, Cultural Locations, Business and Industry and Travel Locations. Crocker joins RHC with more than 15 years of…
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Aug- 2024 -

21 August

The Wolseley Hospitality Group appoints group executive chef

The Wolseley Hospitality Group has promoted Charles Hilton to group executive chef following his eight-year tenure as head chef at Brasserie Zedel.With over 30 years’ experience in professional cooking, Hilton now oversees a team of 200 team members across The Wolseley, The Wolseley City, The Delaunay, Brasserie Zedel, Manzi’s of…
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19 August

The Victoria Oxshott appoints executive chef

Surrey-based gastropub, The Victoria Oxshott, has announced the appointment of Daniel Lee as its new executive chef. Lee joins the venue with a wealth of experience, having held senior roles at Seasons Kitchen and Farm Shop, Warbrook House Hotel and Pennyhill Park Hotel. Since officially opening three years ago, The…
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14 August

Elior UK appoints chief information officer

Contract catering company, Elior UK, has announced the appointment of Laura Kendrick to the role of chief information officer. She joins the group from IPG Mediabrands, where she led IT and technology for the EMEA region, and was also responsible for bringing together the UK and European IT teams to…
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14 August

Starbucks appoints Chipotle boss as new CEO

Starbucks has announced the appointment of Brian Niccol to the role of chairman and CEO, effective from 9 September this year. The news comes as Laxman Narasimhan is stepping down from his role as CEO and as a member of the board with immediate effect. In the meantime, CFO Rachel…
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13 August

Adam Handling MBE names new senior sous chef at The Tartan Fox

Chef Adam Handling MBE has announced the appointment of chef Andrew Tuck to the role of senior sous chef at The Tartan Fox in Cornwall, which just opened in July. Tuck brings a wealth of experience, with an emphasis on creative fire and smoking methods and local ingredient sourcing, having…
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6 August

Papa John’s names Todd Penegor as new president and CEO

Papa John’s has announced the appointment of Todd Penegor as its new president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. Penegor succeeds interim CEO Ravi Thanawala in the role. Having held the role since March of this year, Thanawala will continue at the group in his chief financial officer role. Having…
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5 August

Knoops appoints two non-exec directors

Knoops has announced the appointment of Julian Metcalfe and Alice Avis as non-executive directors, both also being investors in the business. Metcalfe is a “renowned” entrepreneur and co-founder of Pret a Manger and founder of Itsu. Avis was previously CEO and chair of the Sanctuary Spa Group, an international beauty…
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Jul- 2024 -

11 July

Chef Patrick Powell departs from both his London hotel restaurants

Chef Patrick Powell has recently announced his departure from The Midland Grand Dining Room and Allegra restaurant. Following a seven year partnership with developer and hotelier Harry Handelsman, owner of St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel and The Stratford, the duo are parting ways in order for Powell to focus on opportunities…
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4 July

Sale e Pepe appoints new head sommelier

Italian restaurant Sale e Pepe in Knightsbridge has announced the appointment of Luca Visconti as its head sommelier. With a “distinguished” career in the hospitality industry, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the wine list at Sale e Pepe, having worked as a sommelier for over a…
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