Lisa Goodwin-Allen appointed culinary director at The Beaumont

Lisa Goodwin-Allen has been appointed culinary director at Mayfair’s award-winning, The Beaumont hotel.

In her new role, Lisa will oversee The Beaumont’s food operation and work with the hotel to launch Rosi, a seasonal British restaurant that will replace its current restaurant, Colony Grill.

She has also worked in prestigious kitchens including Holbeck Ghyll and Le Champignon Sauvage in Cheltenham.

Lisa said: “I am delighted to be joining the team at The Beaumont Mayfair and to be working with Stuart again in this next chapter of my career.

“With the launch of Rosi in the autumn and other exciting projects in the pipeline, I look forward to working with Brendan and the kitchen brigade to create menus that embrace seasonality and showcase the very best British ingredients, as well as collaborating on the overall F&B direction of the hotel. Together I know we will deliver exceptional dining experiences to our guests.”

Stuart Proctor, CEO of The Beaumont added: “We are thrilled to have Lisa joining us at The Beaumont. She is an exceptional chef and having known and worked with her for many years, I have no doubt that her passion and expertise will elevate our food offering to even higher standards.

“Lisa is joining the team at a very exciting time. She will play an integral role in the launch of our new restaurant, as well as other exciting projects we have coming up.”

Last month, Lisa announced her departure from Northcote after more than 20 years, the past decade of which as executive chef.

At the time, she said: "After 23 amazing years at Northcote, the time has come for me to move on and explore new opportunities.

"I am incredibly proud of everything we have accomplished at Northcote and, more recently, across The Stafford Collection.

"The journey has been nothing short of amazing, and it has been an honour to lead such an exceptional team. I am so thankful for the opportunity Craig Bancroft and all the team at Northcote have given me.

"I am leaving with the happiest of memories, after more than two decades it will always have a very special place in my heart! I am excited to see what happens next and exploring all new opportunities, whatever they may be.

"While this is a bittersweet moment, I wish the team continued success in the years ahead."

Now, Lisa has confirmed she is returning to Northcote following its change of ownership.

A statement read: “The acquisition of Northcote, advised by Paul Raftery, corporate partner at national law firm, Weightmans, in Manchester and Chris Langrick of Langricks Chartered Accountants in Wilmslow, Cheshire, will fuel new investment to further enhance Northcote's esteemed reputation.”

Written by ABi Kinsella

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