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MEET THE TEAM
TIM
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Previous job ?
Lawrence Beach Club, New York.
Share a fun fact about yourself ?
I ran a private event for the US Olympic snowboarding team.
Favourite part about your job ?
Developing and growing the team.
JAMIE
HEAD CHEF
How long have you been a part of the team ?
24 years.
Worst part about your job ?
No shows & cancellations.
Favourite Crown dish ?
Crisp pork belly, apple infused dauphinoise, carrot textures, parsnip puree, rare breed black pudding & Madeira sauce.
DEBBIE
HOTEL MANAGER
How long have you been a part of the team ?
30 Years.
Best advice ?
Work hard!
Favourite part about your job ?
Regular customers & getting to know new ones.
SUSIE
HEAD OF HOUSE KEEPING
How long have you been working at the Crown Lodge ?
Over 10 years.
Best day of your life ?
When I got my first Chanel bag.
Your hobbies ?
F1 & cooking.
CLARE
FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER
Who is your inspiration ?
My first hotel manager Valerie, she was a massive advocate for Women in Business and I wouldn't have done everything I have in the Hotel Industry without her support & faith in me!
Favourite part about your job ?
The family feel we have with not just the team but so many of our wonderful customers.
ALFIE
CHEF DE PARTIE
Least favourite part about your job?
Working the morning shift, I'm not a morning person!
How long have you been part of the team ?
Two and a half years.
STEPHEN
SOUS CHEF
Best day of your life?
The birth of my first child Oliver.
Something random ?
Highest tenpin bowling game score is 290.
How long have you been part of the Crown team ?
14 years.
JAKE
FRONT OF HOUSE
Least favourite part about your job?
Polishing champagne glasses!
Best piece of advice you have been given ?
Always look forward & never behind.
That's why its called the past.
CLAIRE
HOUSE KEEPING
Least favourite part about your job ?
Untying the strings on the aprons when they come out of the tumble dryer.
Best piece of advice you have been given ?
Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.
DEBBIE
HOUSE KEEPING
Favourite part about your job
The customers comments.
Give us anything random ?
I love making people happy.
Favourite Crown dish ?
Chicken with bacon jam.
EMILY
BRAND AMBASSADOR | RESTAURANT MANAGER
Previous job ?
Thomas Cook Rep overseas.
Best day of your life ?
Becoming a Mum in 2023.
Best advice you have been given ?
There are no rules. Run the dishwasher twice.
EMMA
HOUSE KEEPING
Best day / memory of your life ?
Becoming a Nanny.
Favourite colour ?
Favourite part of your job ?
Aqua green / blue.
Chatting to people, being able to help and showing pride in my work.
GEMMA
FRONT OF HOUSE & ACCOUNTS
Favourite part about your job ?
I have two parts.. Christmas at the Crown. The atmosphere is great to be around and involved in. Secondly income analysis ( weird I know! )
Best day of your life ?
Getting married and having all our friends and family around us.
MATTY
CHEF DE PARTIE
Who is your mentor ?
Jamie and Stephen, they are mentoring me to be successful and ready for food service.
Your top two hobbies ?
Cooking at home
Travelling
Share a fun fact about yourself ?
I've climbed the highest peak of ' the giant mountains ' Snezka 1603m.
DOLLY
FRONT OF HOUSE
Best day of your life?
Becoming a mum to my little girl Florence.
Favourite Crown dish ?
The Crown burger 10/10!
A fun fact about yourself ?
I've featured in a few channel 4 racing documentaries.
CASEY
CUSTOMER SUCCESS MANAGER
Favourite part about your job ?
The 6th of every month ( payday!) Joking! Making a customers visit extra special. Always love putting a smile on someone's face.
Favourite Crown dish ?
The Leek & mango tart will forever hold a special place in my heart. The crumbly pastry, the gooey cheese, the crisp fresh salad. What more could you want!
FRANK
CHEF
Worst part about your job ?
Customers not turning up for their table.
Previous job ?
Before becoming a chef I worked at a butchers.
Favourite Crown dish ?
Any homemade pasta dish.
BECKY
KITCHEN PORTER
Favourite Crown meal ?
Sunday roast!
Previous job ?
The local shop.
A fun fact about yourself ?
I love singing in the kitchen at work!
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If you have any questions about your stay, please get in touch with a member of our dedicated team, who will be happy to help.
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