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UK: The Laslett, Notting Hill’s boutique hotel and part of the wider Living Rooms collection, has revealed key leaderships appointments as it enters its 11th year in business.
The appointments include:
- Scott Johnson as operations manager: Johnson brings over a decade of leadership experience across boutique hotels and dining venues, including Firmdale’s Charlotte Street Hotel, The Harwood Arms, The Hound Chiswick and Young & Co’s.
- Ana Todirica as food and beverage manager: Todirica has over 10 years of experience across cocktail bars, wine bars and dining venues, and will lead the hotel’s beverage programme and service standards.
- Phoebe Ulkoja as head chef: known for her creative approach to classic dining, Ulkoja will be leading the kitchen with a focus on seasonal menus and bespoke event catering that highlight local produce.
Additionally, Living Rooms has announced key appointments within its sales and marketing leadership team. These include:
- Jessica Murray as head of marketing: formerly consulting with the collection, Murray has previously worked with Luxury Family Hotels and Ralph Trustees.
- Hugo Barbier as senior sales manager: after working with global hospitality brands including Dorchester Collection and Accor, Barbier will be leading commercial development and strategic account management across the Living Rooms collection, with a focus on market presence and long-term client partnerships.
“I’m delighted to have welcomed a new leadership team,” Living Rooms’ owner Tracy Lowy said. “Their collective experience, fresh perspectives and shared commitment to exceptional hospitality will be instrumental in shaping the next chapter for Living Rooms.”
Highlights:
- The Laslett has appointed three leaders as it enters its 11th year. Scott Johnson becomes operations manager, Ana Todirica joins as food and beverage manager, and Phoebe Ulkoja takes over as head chef.
- Johnson brings more than a decade of experience across boutique hotels and dining venues, including Charlotte Street Hotel and The Harwood Arms.
- Todirica will oversee the beverage programme and service standards, while Ulkoja will lead the kitchen and develop ingredient-led menus and event catering.
- Owner Tracy Lowy said the new leaders bring experience, fresh perspectives and a shared commitment to exceptional hospitality.
