Food & Beverage

The Food and Beverage Team is a crucial component of the Hamilton Boyd group AlchemyLive delivers culinary innovation for event catering, while Boyd’s Grill & Wine Bar offers excellent and seamless hospitality service.

“With a long career working in the kitchen as a chef in the events industry, I took a role with AlchemyLive. Hamilton Boyd has since given me the opportunity to develop my business and management skills to be a strong and experienced leader and become a Director of the company.”

Nate Brewster - Operations Director and Executive Chef

Department Overview

Creating and delivering large-scale refined cuisine, prioritising food safety, innovation, and guest satisfaction. Using seasonal ingredients, global influences, and modern methods to create textured, flavourful, and consistent menus.

Characteristics and Skill Sets

  • Commitment to innovation, food safety and recipe adherence.

  • Strong internal collaboration skills.

  • Relationship building with suppliers and internal teams.

  • Effective management delivery.

  • Identify in cost and waste reduction strategies.

  • Staying up to date on industry trends and training.

  • Menu development based on guest feedback, trends and seasonality.

Department Progression