Restaurant Associates appoints new culinary director

Restaurant Associates has appointed Adam Thomason as its new culinary director.

Thomason, who holds a Master of Culinary Arts degree, spent several years working for Restaurant Associates and the larger Compass Group before leaving in 2021.

Currently, he leads the England Culinary Team as captain.

Thomason said: “It’s fantastic to be back with Restaurant Associate, in support of Matt’s leadership. It’s a privilege to be heading up such a talented culinary team. I have so many ideas and plans that will see great food, as well as our people at the centre of our offer.

“It’s a really exciting time in the contract catering and hospitality industry. Our customers are wanting and expecting more from their food offers, with health and sustainability now expected. With food becoming much more of an important part of client entertainment and the workplace experience, I am looking forward to introducing new ideas, concepts and opportunities in the coming weeks.”

Matt Thomas, managing director, Restaurant Associates, added: “I am delighted to be welcoming Adam back to our business. He is an exceptionally talented individual. He is incredibly creative and really understands what clients and customers want and he has flair and a strong sense of purpose that will enable us to continually innovate and deliver great dishes and experiences to our customers too. We have kept in touch with Adam over the years and I can’t think of a better person to drive forward our food and people first strategy.”