The Savoy’s Beaufort Bar appoints new bar manager
Markus Basset relocated to London in 2021, where he was assistant bar manager at Fallow restaurant
The Beaufort Bar at The Savoy has announced the appointment of Markus Basset as its new bar manager.
In his new role, Basset will “ensure that customer satisfaction is at the forefront of everything he does”, The Savoy said.
Basset, who comes from the Vallee de la Marne Champagne region in France, attended Bar School in Munich in 2017, where he honed his technical skills and “creative flair” for bartending.
In 2018, he moved to Austria and progressed to assistant bar manager at aDLERS Design Hotel in Innsbruck over the course of three years.
He later relocated to London in 2021, where he became assistant bar manager at Fallow restaurant, where he assisted in the venue’s reopening post-pandemic.
Basset said: “Assuming the leadership position of the glamorous and luxurious Beaufort Bar has always been a personal aspiration of mine. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with the team in order to create unforgettable cocktails and experiences for our esteemed guests in this charismatic London venue.”
Managing director, Franck Arnold, added: “We are delighted to have Markus join The Savoy family. He brings a wealth of experience to the role and is perfectly placed to elevate the Beaufort Bar to the next level as we strive to offer one of the most enticing and glamorous bar experiences in London.”
