Head Chef
Explore news, profiles, and leadership updates involving head chefs across the UK hospitality and foodservice sector. Our coverage highlights key appointments, career moves, chef-led openings, menu innovation, and the pivotal role head chefs play in shaping kitchen culture, operational standards, and brand identity. From fine dining restaurants and gastropubs to high-volume catering and casual dining chains, our coverage is tailored for industry professionals who understand the strategic importance of culinary leadership in driving success and consistency across the brigade.
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Jul- 2022 -14 JulyPeople
Crerar Hotels dishes up four new head chefs
Crerar Hotels Group has welcomed four new senior members to its growing culinary team, with the ambition to “drive the food and beverage offering and ‘field to fork’ positioning within its portfolio of properties”. It has appointed new head chefs to Thainstone House, Balmoral Arms, Isle of Mull Hotel and…
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13 JulyPeople
St Ermin’s Hotel appoints new executive head chef
St Ermin’s Hotel in Westminster has announced the appointment of Paolo Sanapo as the venue’s executive head chef, who is said to have a “rich and diverse” culinary background and a number of awards from across the globe. It is reported that Sanapo has already begun extensive menu development across…
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12 JulyRestaurants
Scotts to open second location in Richmond
Scott’s has revealed it is set to open its second location in the heart of Richmond mooring up on the bank of the River Thames this autumn. Residing on Whittaker Avenue, the riverside restaurant will span across two floors the lower with an crustacean bar serving oysters, wine, Champagne and…
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8 JulyRestaurants
Cream Group names executive chef for new restaurant Miro
Cream Group has announced a new restaurant concept, Miro, and its new head chef, with the site set to open in Mayfair later this month. Chef Toby Burrowes has been appointed to the role of executive chef and will lead the development of the menu. Burrowes was previously employed at…
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Jun- 2022 -27 JunePubs and Bars
Brucan Pubs to open fourth site
Brucan Pubs, founded in 2018 by James Lyon-Shaw and the former head chef of The Club at The Ivy Jamie Dobbin, has announced its fourth opening. Brucan is leasing The Star at Witley in Surrey from Star Pubs and Bars. It will undertake a £400,000 joint refurbishment with Star before…
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27 JuneRestaurants
Gleneagles Townhouse opens new restaurant The Spence
Gleneagles Townhouse, Edinburgh, has officially opened its all-day dining restaurant, The Spence, to the public. Jonny Wright returns to his native Scotland to take up the role of head chef, with over 16 years’ experience including stints as head chef at Jason Atherton’s Berner’s Tavern, where he was the recipient…
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20 JuneRestaurants
OXBO at Hilton London Bankside reopens with a new menu
OXBO Bankside, a local neighbourhood eatery at the Hilton London Bankside, has reopened its doors with a brand new menu. Created by executive head chef Ollie Couillaud and featuring produce from The Hilton London Bankside’s own roof garden, the new menu showcases sustainably sourced British ingredients. Dishes feature European, Middle…
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20 JuneRestaurants
The Grand in York to launch fine-dining restaurant
The Grand in York, the city’s “finest” hotel, has announced the launch of its new fine-dining restaurant, Legacy, later this month (June 2022). Head chef Ahmed Abdalla has been appointed at the new restaurant and he will reportedly focus on modern British cuisine with a menu made up of locally…
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10 JuneRestaurants
Sicilian restaurant to open in Hyatt Place London City East hotel
Zoom East Kitchen and Bar is set to open at Hyatt Place London City East hotel in Whitechapel, London on the 13 June. The Zoom East interiors will “celebrate the charm of Italian hospitality” with art laden walls and contemporary botanical spaces created by Elizabeth Marsh Floral Design. Zoom East…
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10 JunePubs and Bars
The White Hart Inn to reopen after nine years
The White Hart Inn is due to reopen after nine years on the 15 June. The property has reportedly undergone a £1m investment to transform it into a “tasteful, contemporary and eye-catching venue minutes from the sea”. The project was led by Piers Baker of Baker Hospitality, which also owns…
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