Suffolk New College and Gough Hotels Forge Exciting Partnership
Suffolk New College has recently announced a groundbreaking partnership with hospitality powerhouse, Gough Hotels, in a move that is set to revolutionize the local hospitality industry. The memorandum of understanding was signed at Chefs’ Whites restaurant, solidifying the collaboration between the college and the hotel group.
Marianne Flack, Deputy Principal of Suffolk New College, and Dani Abreu, Group HR Manager and Marketing Co-ordinator for Gough Hotels, put pen to paper on the deal, marking the beginning of a new era of cooperation between the two organizations. Gough Hotels, known for their luxurious properties such as the Salthouse Harbour Hotel and The Angel Hotel, will now have the opportunity to engage with various parts of the college’s curriculum.
Dani Abreu expressed her excitement about the partnership, emphasizing the importance of nurturing local talent and providing opportunities for students to excel in the hospitality industry. The collaboration will also see the development of a higher technical qualification in hotel management, with the support of Gough Hotels.
Luke Bailey, head chef at The Salthouse Harbour Hotel, shared his personal connection to Suffolk New College, having attended the institution himself. He highlighted the success of previous collaborations with the college and his plans to further deepen the relationship by pursuing a teaching qualification and potentially becoming a chef lecturer in the future.
Overall, the partnership between Suffolk New College and Gough Hotels is set to not only benefit the students and staff involved but also elevate the standard of hospitality in the region. With a shared commitment to excellence and innovation, this collaboration is poised to bring about positive change in the industry.