Matt Whiteman Appointed Executive Head Chef of The Venues Collection

The Venues Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Matt Whiteman as Executive Head Chef. Matt brings with him 20 years of culinary experience, including roles at Watsons restaurant, The Gleneagles Hotel and Leicester Tigers and has been a valued member of Compass Group UK & Ireland (parent company of The Venues Collection), for the past nine years.
Matt will be leading a dedicated team across the five venues and spearheading the Group’s industry leading approach to innovative sustainability. The Venues Collection’s approach includes carbon labelling, plant forward menus, zero waste, ethical sourcing, the banning of air-freighted produce and the use of fresh, seasonal 80% British ingredients as standard.

Joanne Barratt, Managing Director of The Venues Collection, expressed her enthusiasm for Matt’s appointment: “We are thrilled to welcome Matt Whiteman as our new Executive Head Chef. His extensive experience and passion for culinary excellence make him the perfect fit for our team. Matt’s dedication to sustainability and innovative approach to food aligns perfectly with our values, and we are excited to see the positive impact he will have. We pride ourselves on our industry leading approach to delivering sustainable culinary experiences and Matt’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing these initiatives.”

Matt Whiteman shared his excitement about his new role: “I am honoured to take on this role and building on the legacy of culinary excellence that has been established here, whilst supporting a talented team that shares my commitment to delivering sustainability and exceptional dining experiences. I’m keen to share my ideas and processes that emphasise sustainability and waste control.”

“Sustainability is a core passion of mine,” Matt added. “I am also committed to helping our teams grow and bringing through new talent, supporting individuals in their progression within the business. At The Venues Collection, our food ethos is built on a foundation of sustainability and ethical sourcing, ensuring that we make responsible choices that benefit our customers, our delegates and the planet.”

For more information about The Venues Collection, please visit https://www.thevenuescollection.co.uk/

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