Rails at Great Northern Hotel appoints new head chef
He has also held the position of senior sous chef at London Syon Park, formerly a Waldorf Astoria hotel, and Daphne’s in Kensington
Rails at Great Northern Hotel has announced the appointment of Mark Weir as its new head chef.
Weir brings over 20 years’ experience in the industry to the hotel and joins from the Haymarket Hotel.
During his ten-year tenure at the Haymarket, three of which as head chef, he oversaw a brigade of 26 chefs across the hotel’s restaurant, functions and room service.
He has also held the position of senior sous chef at London Syon Park, formerly a Waldorf Astoria hotel, and Daphne’s in Kensington.
In his new role will be responsible for the development and implementation of the hotel’s menus for Rails and the GNH Bar & Terrace, as well as the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
Weir said: “I am thrilled to take on this new challenge as Head Chef of Rails and to be part of the dynamic dining scene in King’s Cross. I look forward to bringing my years of experience in busy hotel restaurants to Rails, ensuring we continue to be responsible and sustainable in our approach and putting my own stamp on the already superb menu.
“I am passionate about creativity, innovation and developing refined dishes with modern twists. Guest satisfaction is the most important aspect of running a successful kitchen and I’m excited to continue to serve food that is prepared and presented to the highest standard.”
