116 Pall Mall take F&B offering to the next level with new GM
Martin has returned to his regal roots after beginning his career working for the Royal Household at Buckingham Palace, before working for chef Prue Leith (currently a judge on The Great British Bake Off) in several positions, including General Manager of the QE11 Conference Centre in Westminster and Events Manager for Government hospitality, including Number 10 Downing Street.
His next step was to open and run his own restaurant called Dibbens in Smithfield Market. This became a renowned eatery in the area and was awarded one of the best restaurants in the City by Zagat’s Guide.
Having run a successful restaurant for seven years, Martin returned to corporate life as Operation Director for Ampersand, overseeing landmark venues such as The Tower of London, Kensington Palace and The Law Society. He joins us having spent two years running the catering and events at the Barbican Arts Centre.
Martin adds “Joining the team at 116 Pall Mall is very exciting for me. With a background in running the operations for world famous landmarks, I can bring a wealth of experience to this glorious venue that’s full of history.
“I already have plans to take the catering offering to the next level, not only for the IoD member lounges and dining areas located on the ground and lower ground floors, but also for the growing commercial events business that 116 Pall Mall is becoming well-known for.
“With the opportunity to hire the whole building or individual rooms for any kind of event, the catering must be of the highest standard to reflect the venue and I know Benugo are already delivering that. Taking this to the next level will allow 116 Pall Mall to become a world-class venue.”
Outside of work, Martin is a trustee of New Horizons Youth Centre for homeless young people. With an apartment north of Venice in Bassano del Grappa, he also escapes to Italy as often as possible to indulge in the delicious food and wine of the region.
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