Tom Wells appointed executive head chef at Hogarths Hotel

Tom Wells has been announced at the new executive head chef at Hogarths Hotel and Restaurant.

Tom had previously worked at Harborne Kitchen since November 2019, having previously worked for Tom Aikens before leaving earlier this year.

Prior to that, he was with the Luke Mangan Group in Singapore, as well as taking in a spell at P&O Cruises Australia.

A post on social media read: "We are pleased to share Tom Wells has joined the Hogarths team as executive head chef.

"Tom joins the team following six successful years at Harborne Kitchen and brings with him a wealth of international culinary expertise ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to the Queen Mary 2 Cruise Liner.

"In his new role, Tom will be overseeing all kitchen operations across the hotel.

"Tom’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for the hotel and restaurant as it elevates its food offering, specialising in modern British

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fare sourced from the three counties of Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and Warwickshire."

Helena Hogarth, director of Hogarths, says: "We are delighted to welcome Tom to the Hogarths team. His creativity, leadership, and dedication to excellence is already clearly evident. Tom's appointment represents a significant addition to the hotel, as we continue to enhance our reputation for outstanding hospitality and dining.

“His love for seasonal ingredients resonates with our focus on locally-sourced produce, and believe Tom will be a central asset to our fine dining offering."

Tom added: “I’m incredibly excited to be joining the team at Hogarths. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a talented brigade and develop a food offering that celebrates my passion for British produce whilst in-keeping with Hogarths stellar reputation. I’m looking forward to getting started and creating memorable dining experiences with our guests.”

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