The Gold Service Scholarship Announces 2023 Competition Dates
The Gold Service Scholarship – with Patronage from Her Majesty The Queen – not only rewards service excellence, but also celebrates the vital role that service plays in the broad hospitality sector. The 2023 awards will culminate with the Final presentation of the new Scholar in February 2023. Leading to that event, the competition kicks […]
Sad loss of Willy Bauer, OBE
The Trustees of The Gold Service Scholarship mourn the loss of Willy Bauer OBE, who together with the other founding Trustees, developed the Scholarship ten years ago. Willy was an iconic figure in the hotel industry. He passionately believed in the importance of front of house food and beverage service, ensuring that the Scholarship should […]
The Gold Service Scholarship Announces New Scholar at Gala Event at Claridge’s
The Trustees and Judges of the Gold Service Scholarship have announced that Thomas Gammella, Restaurant Manager at The Clockspire in Sherborne, Somerset, is the new 2022 Scholar. The Awards reception was held at Claridge’s in Mayfair on Tuesday 15th February, where an impressive group of over 200 senior figures of the UK hospitality profession gathered […]
Winning finalists announced for the 10th anniversary Gold Service Scholarship
We’re delighted to announce the names of the eight talented front-of-house professionals who have made it through to the final of the Gold Service Scholarship 2022. Candidates this year spanned the length and breadth of the country, with entrants representing the restaurant, hotel, and foodservice sectors. The 33-strong semi-final was held at the Rosewood London […]
Sponsor’s Interview: Saskia Prüm, Owner of S.A. Prüm
As one of the most established wine producers in the Mosel region, S.A Prüm is steeped in history. Its 40-acre family-owned estate is home to some of the most unique Rieslings in the area. The family recently hosted our finalists as part of a special study trip, giving them the opportunity to learn about the […]
REPORT: 2019 Finalists’ Three Day Programme at the Ecole Hotelier de Lausanne
In September, our 2019 Finalists spent three days on a tailored programme at the Ecole Hotelier de Lausanne, supported by a bursary from the Lord Forte Foundation and further financial support from David Levin. Read the report HERE.
James Dainton, 2019 Finalists’ Speech
At the 2019 Awards Ceremony, finalist James Dainton received a Special commendation from the Judges. He returned to the stage, on behalf of his fellow finalists, at the 2020 Awards Ceremony to give a wonderful and insightful overview of the prizes they have enjoyed throughout the year, and what being a finalist has meant to […]
Sad passing of Sara Jayne Stanes, OBE
‘It is with sadness, and gratitude for a life spent in passionate support of the hospitality and food industries, that the Gold Service Scholarship respectfully acknowledges the passing of one of our founding trustees, Sara Jayne Stanes, OBE on 24 July 2021. Chairman of the Gold Service Scholarship Alastair Storey said: “Sara made the world […]
Sponsor’s Interview: David Hesketh MW, Managing Director of Laurent-Perrier UK
As managing director of one of the world’s most admired brands, David Hesketh is no stranger to what it takes to succeed at the very top of the hospitality sector. Having doubled Laurent-Perrier’s turnover in the last 20 years, he has seen how little details can help businesses and people grow. We spoke to the […]
Team Gold Event: An interview with Robin Hutson
Since starting his career as a waiter at Claridge’s Hotel, Robin Hutson has become one of the industry’s most successful hoteliers. His Pig Hotel family is widely regarded as one of the most innovative hotel brands, offering a laidback luxury style that informs every element of their operations. Hutson recently hosted a special event with the Scholarship’s ‘Team […]