Staffordshire

Today’s news in brief – 29/04/25

The Ivy Collection has seen its turnover rise by 3.5% to £314.7m in the year to December 2023 despite having not opened any new venues during the period. The Richard Caring-backed group also saw its profits before tax jump by 30% to £37.7m during the period, with its adjusted EBITDA…

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Accent Catering appoints new regional director

Staines-based Accent Catering Services Limited has appointed Rachel Wilson to its new regional directorship post to support its growing business in the Midlands. Wilson joined the independent catering company in February. She is now responsible for Accent’s strong portfolio of independent and state schools, as well as B&I contracts throughout…

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Today’s news in brief – 21/01/25

A fifth of hospitality staff workers will enter the new employer NICs threshold for the first time, according to new analysis from UKH. The trade body warns that the changes to employer National Insurance Contributions will hit hospitality hardest due to the high number of employees working part-time or flexible…

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Upstairs appoints new commercial development chef

Upstairs by Tom Shepherd, Staffordshire’s first and only Michelin-starred restaurant, has announced the appointment of Dan Jones as its new commercial development chef.  With a wealth of experience at some of the UK’s “most celebrated” Michelin-starred establishments, Jones will play a pivotal role in further enhancing Upstairs’ culinary offerings while…

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Today’s news in brief – 08/01/25

JKS Restaurants has reported a turnover of £73m for the 65-week period to 31 March 2024. The operator of multiple F&B concepts, which is best known for Gymkhana, has also seen its losses before tax widen to £5.5m during the period from £925,790 in 2023. This is despite having almost…

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Mediterranean-inspired restaurant Willow to open in Mere Green

Mediterranean-inspired dining concept Willow will open its doors in Mere Green, Sutton Coldfield in February. The launch marks a new chapter for Parogon Group’s expansion plans following the launch of the second Willow site in Telford last year. Willow is part of the brand’s portfolio of restaurants and establishments. Founded…

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Punch Pubs adds two pubs to growing portfolio

Independent Pub Company Punch Pubs and Co has recently acquired two new community pubs to add to its 1,300-strong portfolio.  The pub company, based in Burton upon Trent, had been seeking more quality acquisitions, including packages and single-site opportunities that fit with its modern and progressive vision and growth plans.…

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AiP secures over £3m in school meals contracts

Alliance in Partnership (AiP), specialists in education catering, has recently secured £3.6m in new and retained contracts since the beginning of the academic year. The new contracts comprise a total of 28 schools, including seven in Staffordshire, six schools in Aylesbury, nine in Worcestershire, two in Gloucester, three in Derby…

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The Tawny Hotel appoints new head chef

The new luxury hotel in Staffordshire, The Tawny, has announced the appointment of Andrew Watts as the head chef of its flagship restaurant, The Plumicorn.  Watts takes up the role with 19 years of experience, as prior to joining The Tawny, he was group executive chef at Hawkstone Hall and…

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Nearly 40% of hospitality services facing worker shortages, study finds

Nearly two fifths of hospitality businesses are facing worker shortages, according to a new study of government data by digital marketing agency Koozai. The new data analysis, which looked at the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics, reveals the extent of worker shortages across different industries and areas…

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