Brew's, Chew's & News
Cook Brothers Bars Newsletter: May
Hello Fellow Cook Brethren,
What Kinda Team Are We?
However, the results also show that clear, consistent communication and keeping people up-to-date with site and company-wide goings-on is an area needing improvement. The hope is for clear and concise information on new processes, expectations, time frames, initiatives and roles, rather than the sophisticated, but often inaccurate method of Chinese-whispers we have relied on, until now.
Overall, we have gathered from this survey that this is a kick-ass company to work for and all members of our various teams are absolute champions. But, we want to know more about what's gone down, what's going down, and what's about to go down - and this is where you'll find it!
Change Is Good
First of all, the silver fox himself Guy Randall, responsible for business development is no longer with us, as a result the position has become redundant. Big ups to the dude for the time he has spent with us, i'm sure the boys miss his chat while the girls miss his face.
Secondly, George Eason held the mammoth position of nationwide operations manager, a task to make even Superman sweat. This has now been split into three different roles, North Island Opps Manager, South Island Opps Manager and Velvet Burger Opps Manager. The shift in focus of operations role means George isn't stretched so thin, as well as the three new managers being able to have a greater focus on each of the sites and their staff. This transition has helped to ensure the day-to-day running of our sites are much smoother, as well as the site managers having a greater network of support and structure.
Finally, big-dog Scott Gaskin has taken over the new executive chef role, tidying-up, improving and implementing new systems and assisting in menu design across all Cook Brothers bars.
Hooray!
Bright, Shiny & New
Unlike other sites within the company, The Glass Goose has a greater focus on dining with the menu including a wide range of fresh, raw and organic ingredients. This will be complimented by a wide range of fine wine, cocktails and an impressive whiskey selection.
The site is set to open on the 26th of June, an incredibly exciting venture for the company.
Callum is currently hiring for this site, if you feel you may be interested in a chance in the big leagues hit him up at,
Cook Bro's Birthday
A huge thank you to all of you who made it last Sunday to the annual Cook Brothers birthday bash, a night of absolute debauchery, in the best of ways. With the lads and lasses dressed to impress, the night consisted of mostly tequila shots (Patron if ya fancy), scintillating conversation and tearing a hole in the dance floor, bettered only by the coveted Heineken awards. For those of you whose memory is as foggy as mine, here's a rundown of the finalist nominees and winners:
Site Manager of the Year:
- Chris Cameron (Winner)
- Callum Melhuish
- Emma Russel
- Sophie Rattray
- Tessa Hewitt
- Jack Conlan (Winner)
- Oliver Robb (Winner)
- Laura Benjamin
- Marlon Johnson
- Tom Pinker (Winner)
- Jordan Toa
- Byron Ford
- Zac Foote
- Sacha Drinnen (Winner)
- Serim Shin
- Sam Nightingale
- Henry Wilson
- Johnathan Spragg (Winner)
- Henry & Georgia
- Grace & Ollie
- Sam & Dillon (Winners)
Finally, a big thank you to all of those who nominated these legends.
What a ripper of an evening!
Thats A Wrap
Otherwise, until next time team - It's been real
Email: sophie@cookbrothersbars.co.nz
Facebook: facebook.com/sophie.rattray