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Simon Attridge joins Claridge’s after stepping down as Executive Chef at Gleneagles earlier this year, a role that he held since August 2017.
Commenting on his new appointment, Simon said: “It is an honour to be joining the UK’s most prestigious and iconic hotel at such an exciting time.”
He added: "I look forward to working with the incredibly talented team as Claridge’s continues to step into the future whilst celebrating its timeless tradition. I hope to bring my passion and enthusiasm for quality, innovation, and a love for good food into this new role.”
Simon began his career in restaurants, gaining his first Michelin Star at the age of 25.
As part of the Gleneagles Hotel and Estate team, Simon was awarded AA Scottish Hotel of the Year 2019/2020, Conde Nast Traveller Gold List 2020, Best Restaurant scene, Tatler Travel Awards 2020 and Virtuoso Best of the Best 2022 Hotel of the Year.
Commenting on Simon’s appointment, Paul Jackson, General Manager at Claridge’s said, "Simon will undoubtedly bring the perfect balance of innovation and creativity, whilst being respectful of our distinguished heritage to ensure we continue to maintain Claridge’s position as one of the leading hotels in the world."
Paul added: “It is essential to constantly evolve and embrace change, whilst of course maintaining many of the traditional elements that make the hotel so special and much loved.”
In his new role, Simon is expected to oversee Claridge’s culinary operations across the hotel, including the new Art Deco inspired Claridge’s Restaurant and The Painter’s Room, which was awarded ‘Best Bar’ in the Restaurant and Bar Design Awards 2022.
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Simon Attridge appointed Culinary Director at Claridge's hotel
Sven-Hanson Britt appointed head chef of Monica Galetti's Mere restaurant
Craig Rogan appointed Head Chef of The Collective Leeds
Simon Bonwick has appointed his son Charlie Bonwick as The Dew Drop Inn's chef de cuisine
Ben Champkin has been appointed Head Chef at Teals
Adam Jackson to be appointed Head Chef of The Old Deanery in Ripon
Simon Attridge has announced his departure from Gleneagles
Pamir Zeydan appointed as Kebab Queen's new head chef
Tristan Downes appointed Head Chef of London's Rondo restaurant
