IAN GIBB, SECTOR MANAGER FOR FOOD STUDIES AND HOSPITALITY, UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS PERTH COLLEGE

Ian Gibb brings more than 25 years of UK and international experience to the job, having started as a trainee chef with British Transport Hotels and working his way up the ladder in a range of worldrenowned establishments including the Westin Hotel in Dallas, Texas.

Ian explains: “While working within the industry I won a range of competitions and this passion has continued throughout my career – now with entering awards for the department and mentoring our students.

“When people ask what makes Perth College UHI special I always say that we give our students more...they are my passion.

“Working with industry experts from places like Gleneagles, Andrew Fairlie @ Gleneagles, Hilton, Crieff Hydro, Strathmore and Sodexo, I really believe that Perth is one of the most forwardthinking colleges in the country when it comes to providing our graduates with the skills and knowledge employers are looking for.”

Ian is delighted to be a judge for our awards. “I love working with businesses and employers to create new partnerships and opportunities for our students, and I enjoy judging and making decisions,” he enthused. “The Menu Food and Drink Awards will showcase the incredible quality and versatility across Tayside, Perthshire, Fife and Angus and it’s a fantastic opportunity to promote the produce and talent within our industry, highlighting the rationale to enter the industry with its amazing career and business opportunities.”

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