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.
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Sep- 2024 -10 September
Ekstedt at The Yard appoints new head chef
Ekstedt at The Yard, the Scandinavian open-fire restaurant in Westminster from Swedish Michelin-starred chef Niklas Ekstedt, has appointed Luca Mastrantoni as head chef. Mastrantoni brings more than a decade of experience to the role, hailing from Italy, where he learnt to use “delicate and seasonal” ingredients, before moving to London…
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10 September
Revolution Bars Group appoints new non-exec chairman
Revolution Bars Group has announced the appointment of Luke Johnson to its board as non-executive chairman, following the retirement of Keith Edelman, who has held the role since February 2015. A well-known entrepreneur and investor, Johnson first established himself in the hospitality industry as chairman of and significant investor in…
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6 September
Chris Webb MP elected chair of APPG for hospitality and tourism
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) has elected Chris Webb, Labour MP for Blackpool South, as its chair for hospitality and tourism yesterday (5 September) at a meeting in Westminster. Damian Hinds, Conservative MP for East Hampshire, Caroline Voaden, Liberal Democrat MP for South Devon, and Daniel Aldridge, Labour MP for…
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4 September
Wolseley Hospitality Group CEO steps down
CEO of Wolseley Hospitality Baton Berisha has announced his decision to step down from his role. In a post on LinkedIn Berisha stated that “after much reflection” he had decided to leave for a “new adventure”. He also confirmed that he would stay on board at the company until his…
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4 September
Rick Stein Restaurants appoints head of food
Seafood restaurant chain, Rick Stein, has announced the appointment of Jason Wass as its new head of food, working alongside chef director Jack Stein to align with the brand’s ethos of “simple food, cooked well”. In his new role, Wass will oversee all aspects of menu development in all 10…
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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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