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GEOFF'S IN THE TOP 10 IN KP OF THE YEAR ⭐

We’re chuffed to share our legendary KP in Winchester, Geoff Goater, has landed a spot in the Top 10 finalists for The Caterer’s KP of the Year competition.

Geoff’s story with us started even before we first opened our doors in Winchester. He stopped by to enquire about working in the kitchen whilst pre-opening renovations were happening, and we’re proud to say he’s been with us ever since. Quietly going about his key role of supporting Head Chef Chris and team – always working with a smile on his face and putting others first. An irreplaceable gent. ⭐

JACK'S ON SUNDAY BRUNCH 📺

Exciting news… To celebrate National Seafood Month, Jack is joining Simon Rimmer and the Sunday Brunch team at the weekend to share his love of all things fish and shellfish whilst cooking a suitability autumnal recipe, hake casserole with shallots and wild mushrooms. Great national coverage for Jack and our brand too.

Watch from 9.30am on Channel 4 or catch-up online after the show, and drop it into conversation with guests over the coming days, we’re sure they’d love to watch Jack in action too.

NATIONAL SEAFOOD MONTH 🐟🦞🦐

Jack is particularly fond of Cornish mussels and wants to shout about them this National Seafood Month.

He says: ‘They’re grown on long ropes out in St Austell Bay, and the best thing about them is they’re incredibly sustainable – feeding off the nutrient rich water before being harvested which means there’s no damage to any reefs or the shoreline. This also means they’re super clean with hardly any beards to cut off before cooking. They’re great value at around a tenner for two decent bowlfuls, of which you can do some many recipes. Three of my favourites are: classic Moules Marinière with onion, wine white and parsley, Asian mussels with black beans, ginger and garlic and mussels with spinach and cider – which is equally great with wild garlic when it’s in season. I also love them in a fruits de mer at The Seafood Restaurant.‘

HEALTH & SAFETY - INDUSTRY NEWS

Pret A Manger has been fined £800,000 after one of its workers was left fearing for her life while stuck in one of its freezers which typically has its temperature at -18C.

The team member was trapped in the freezer for two and a half hours while working at the chain's Victoria Coach Station shop in July 2021. After she was rescued, an investigation found there was no suitable risk assessment for employees working in temperature-controlled environments.

Pret a Manger pleaded guilty to an offence contrary to the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 at Westminster Magistrates Court following an investigation by Westminster Council’s health and safety team. 

To avoid any incidents in our businesses, make sure you report anything that doesn't look right or seem safe to your manager. You can also report 'near misses' with the form on Plaicebook.

STAFF DISCOUNT SELFIES WINNER 📸⭐

The winner of staff discount selfies is... Mandy Griffiths from Rick Stein's Café, congratulations!

Here's Mandy enjoying great food and drink with friends and family. Congratulations we hope you enjoy your prize, a £50 Rick Stein voucher.

Keep an eye on Plaicebook to enter in the next staff discount selfies competition...