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Meet Julia, one of our Food & Beverage Assistants 💁🍾 Julia joined us on May 1st 2021 through a work placement at Robert Gordon University - where she studied for her degree in International Tourism.Throughout her time here at Loch Fyne, Julia has been trained up on standards of service both in our Cladach Mor Bistro, and behind our Loch View Bar. She has made some friends for life during her time here and is known in the team for being our resident sweet tooth - partial to chocolate in particular! We are delighted that after a while working with us, Julia decided the place had grown on her enough to remain with us indefinitely - finishing university a year early with her degree, and a bright future ahead! 🎓
Congratulations to our Food & Beverage Manager Dean on completion of his Management, Tourism, and Hospitality Talent Development Programme!👨🏽🎓📝 The virtual Leadership, Management and Supervisory training programme was designed to motivate and develop top talent in order to recover faster from the significant impact that the Covid-19 pandemic has had across the Tourism and Hospitality sectors in Scotland. The key challenges that we are facing as an industry can only be adequately dealt with by having in place strong leadership and management across all areas of our Industry. The program aimed to utilise future leaders of our industry with the skills, knowledge and networks to make an impact. A big thank you to the The Scottish Government’s National Transition Training Fund and HIT Scotland for both funding and administering the course!
Meet Kelvin Robinson, our resident charmer and Maître De at our Cladach Mor Bistro!🤵 Kelvin joined the Loch Fyne Team on August 30th 2021 as a General Assistant and due to his outgoing personality, has since assumed responsibility of Maître De. He has thrived in his role since arriving with us here at Loch Fyne, and is looking forward to continuing his training and development through our Crerar Academy. Outside of work Kelvin likes to keep fit and often makes use of the hotels facilities to let off steam. We have no doubt Kelvin will have a very successful career in the industry and look forward to supporting his journey!
Introducing Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa's Concierge - Alan Smith! After the Covid-19 pandemic hit the world in 2020 - Alan came home to Scotland after his travels and we were delighted to welcome him to the Loch Fyne Team. He has been a vital part of the hotel ever since. Aside from his upbeat and positive demeanour - Alan helps maintain the hotels grounds - keeping everything looking as beautiful as our scenic surroundings. He is also known as being our resident fire starter! The go to man when we look to light our firepits for an atmospheric feel on an evening. Alan is a keen cyclist who enjoys exploring the West Coast and beyond on his days off. He has completed some impressive routes, cycling as far as Dunoon via Loch Eck, The Rest & Be Thankful and Dalmally! The rising cost of fuel will be of little issue to Alan and his trusty bike. He also remains a keen traveller and ventured to the Faroe Islands on his latest holidays! We are lucky to have an asset like Alan on the team, and look forward to supporting his career aspirations.
Shining the spotlight today on our first ever hotel management trainee Rodaidh MacDonald! ✍️ Rodaidh joined the Loch Fyne Team on April 19th 2021 through our Hotel Management Training Program after graduating with a BA Hons in International Hospitality Management from Robert Gordon University. Since joining the team last year, Rodiadh has spent time in a variety of departments to help round his skillset and experience to support his qualification and support his career projections. He has enjoyed his time in each department he has visited so far, but was particularly fond Reception. Rodaidh’s passion for hospitality stems from his enjoyment of making guests experience memorable. “I enjoy being a part of the guests journey with us, and making them happy. Its important to me that each visitor feels they have had a positive experience and good value for money during their stay. I always aim to exceed expectations” We are delighted to have an asset like Rodaidh on the team, and look forward to supporting his development journey!
Today we are shedding the spotlight on our recently promoted Food & Beverage Manager, Dean Hammon! 🍳🍸 Since joining the team, Deans potential and drive have resulted in his quick progression - with his promotion to Bar Manager at the end of September 2021. Dean took leadership on the bar, and showcased knowledge of local as well as global products. He took initiative to bring in new ideas and standard operating procedures. Dean has voluntarily undergone extensive training through our online learning system flow - as well as several HIT Scotland (Hospitality Industry Trust) training modules. His hard work and steady development resulted in another promotion in May 2022 to Food & Beverage Manager! “Loch Fyne saw potential in me and has supported my development every step of the way. Its a great location in stunning surroundings and I am looking forward to seeing where the business can take me on my career journey” We have been delighted to have an asset like Dean on the team and look forward to seeing where his ambition takes him.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our new Head Chef here at Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa – Anthony Wilson! Head Chef has extensive experience in the culinary arts and utilises his well-rounded knowledge to create stunning, inspired dishes. We are delighted to have an asset like Anthony on the team and look forward to working with him. “Working around the beautiful West Coast of Scotland set me in good stead for joining the Crerar Hotels group at Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa. With a calm and hardworking ethos, myself and the team behind me will achieve greatness and put this hotel right at the top – where it should be!” We have no doubt that Chef will bring a breath of fresh air to Loch Fyne and look forward to sharing his detectable dishes with our guests looking to enjoy a true taste of Scotland.
Today Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa ended Colleague Appreciation Week with a bang!🥳 The week long celebration was rounded off with personalised sweetie bags, and a BBQ made by our General Manager Jason - before we sat down for a prize draw.🎉 Every colleague started off the week with one entry to the raffle, and has their name added again for each additional positive review, or for every time they went above and beyond. Congratulations to all our winners - we hope you enjoy your prizes. 👇 ✔️40 Inch Smart TV - Aedan from Front of House ✔️Mystery Prize - Shabanu from the Kitchen ✔️Echo Dot - Bailey from Front of House ✔️Live Roku Streaming Player - Dawn our Assistant General Manager ✔️Two Night Stay, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast - Cara from Marketing ✔️3 Course Dinner for Two - Frank from the Kitchen ✔️3 Course Dinner for Two - Vicki from Housekeeping ✔️3 Course Dinner for Two - Scott from Front of House ✔️Free Luxury Massage - Kelvin from Front of House ✔️Facial and Aromatherapy Diffuser with Oils - Julia from Front of House
✨✨✨Colleague Appreciation Week ✨✨✨ Cocktail and Mocktail Day at Golf View 🤪 Here’s a snap from yesterday antics, much fun was had by all staff today making and shaking their cocktails.
Team afternoon tea at Balmoral Arms with everyone's favourite doughnuts - as part of our Colleague Appreciation Week. Who said we should do this every Friday? Great idea.
