North East Lesiure News

Issue 101

Describe your career path so far. I got a job working in a hotel when I was 18 and loved the varied role of the work. Every week was different and I loved giving service to guests. This led me to pursue a degree in International Hospitality Management at the University of Central Lancashire which included a year placement in Hong Kong. When I graduated I went to Bahrain in the Middle East to work. Sadly when we went to war with Iraq I came home and pursed a career in the UK including 11 years with Pitcher and Piano and opening the Botanist in Newcastle. Hotel du Vin is my first Hotel management role where I have been here for nearly five years now. What do you most enjoy about your current role? I enjoy leading a team and looking after staff and guests. You can really be a…