News Desk

Andrew Birch, executive chef, Ellenborough Park, Cheltenham shares his likes and dislikes

As the hospitality sector continues to grapple with a staffing crisis, employers have explained how working with vulnerable groups such as the homeless and ex-offenders has helped bridge the labour shortage.

Sally Pedder stood out among the judges for demonstrating great commercial ability and product knowledge, while inspiring her team and showing genuine care to customers at the spa at the Dorchester, London.

Our judges were hugely impressed with the diversity of the initiatives launched by our winner to boost the F&B turnover of Firmdale’s Haymarket hotel in London’s West End.