Lisa Goodwin-Allen to leave Northcote after 23 years
Chefs react to Lisa Goodwin-Allen's departure from Northcote
+8 Chefs have shared their support following Lisa Goodwin-Allen's announcement of departure from Northcote.
Lisa, the executive chef at Northcote in Lancashire, has announced she is leaving Northcote, a Michelin-starred restaurant after 23 years.
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She has also worked in prestigious kitchens including Holbeck Ghyll and Le Champignon Sauvage in Cheltenham.
Lisa joined the team at Northcote in 2001 and became a head chef at 23. She has also retained a Michelin star at Northcote since 2018.
In a post on social media, it read: “After 23 amazing years at Northcote, the time has come for me to move on and explore new opportunities.
“I am incredibly proud of everything we have accomplished at Northcote and, more recently, across The Stafford Collection. The journey has been nothing short of amazing, and it has been an honour to lead such an exceptional team.
“I am so thankful for the opportunity Craig Bancroft and all the team at Northcote have given me. I am leaving with the happiest of memories, after more than two decades it will always have a very special place in my heart!
“I am excited to see what happens next and exploring all new opportunities, whatever they may be. While this is a bittersweet moment, I wish the team continued success in the years ahead.”
The announcement came as a shock to many who had worked with Lisa and multiple chefs took to social media to wish her well for the future.
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Nathan Davies said: “Good luck mate, what an amazing job you’ve done there! Exiting to see what the future holds for you and can’t wait to see you put your stamp on something special what ever and where ever that may be.”
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Nathan Outlaw shared: “Congratulations Lisa. You’re a superstar. Good luck with your next adventure.”
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Nieves Barragan Mohacho added: “you are amazing and anything that you will do, it will be amazing.”
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Clare Smyth commented: “Wishing you continued success in your career! I am sure what ever you choose to do it will be excellent. Best of luck.”
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Nelly Robinson said: “I remember the day you walked into that great team we had, driving your corsa, I was very proud to have worked next to you, Good luck Lisa in your next path and as we said SMASH IT!”
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Galton Blackiston said: “Wow Lisa whatever you choose to do I know you will be just great, Northcote have been very lucky to have such a dedicated and great chef and person.”
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The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts added: “Incredibly exciting news! Congratulations on everything you have achieved at Northcote and wishing you all the best for the future.”
Paul Gayler commented: “What can I say, except you’re a true culinary legend and your accomplishment at Northcote will always remain nothing short of brilliant
“Wishing you all the very best in what you decide to do next Lisa, don’t stay away too long.”
The Staff Canteen has contacted Lisa and Northcote for comment.
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