He is a consummate professional and has led his team to great culinary heights. He demands exacting standards and has coached and motivated his team to achieve his vision.
Christophe Schnyder – Previous GM – Burj al Arab, Dubai
“I had the great pleasure of working closely with John Wood at The Grove over a period of three years. He is an inspiration to work with, his knowledge of Food and Beverage is second to none and the passion he has for the subject ensures that he is always ahead of the field in terms of trend and innovation. He motivated his team to deliver exceptional product, presentation and service.”
Jane Goodyer – Previous GM at The Grove, Hertfordshire
“It has been a pleasure working with a Chef of John`s calibre. He is a consummate professional and has led his team to great culinary heights. He demands exacting standards and has coached and motivated his team to achieve his vision. Consequently, we have a very dedicated and talented brigade and consistently receive positive comments regarding the quality and creativity of our food.”
Luc Dela Fosse – Previous GM – Burj al Arab, Dubai
“John has been the pivotal figure in the reinvention of our F&B experiences. He has guided us on our journey, from the creation of restaurant concepts to the delivery of outstanding customer experiences, always ensuring that the highest possible standards are adhered to, from procurement to preparation, from presentation to service.”
Bill Walshe CEO – Doyle Collection of Hotels
“It has been an absolute pleasure to work along side John over the past year, John’s knowledge of our industry and its trends has been an invaluable asset in the creation of our new dining concept. His culinary knowledge is second to none and it has been key, not only in the creations of menus but also in getting the buy-in of our senior management across the network during the implementation of our concept.”
Guillaume Lesage – Brand Food & Beverage Manager, Mercure Hotels UK
“We were extremely lucky to have had John working for us at The Grove. His enthusiasm was an inspiration to us all and I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anybody else who is considering working with him.”
Daniel Levy – Chairman/Owner – Ralph Trustees Ltd – The Grove, The Runnymeade and the Athaneaum Hotel
