Hilton London Gatwick Airport

Born in Arundel, West Sussex, England and schooled in Sussex and London, Andy is Executive Chef at Hilton London Gatwick Airport.

Andy holds a number of culinary qualifications and has successfully completed a large number of training courses.

His choice of career and first real interest in catering began when he was 12 years old. His uncle was a well-respected chef in the south-east region. These early years soon developed into a passion for learning to prepare and deliver fine, culinary dishes.

Andy's vast training and experience records spells at distinguished hotel restaurants, three Hilton hotels as well as holding the position of Sous Chef at a residential conference and training centre.

During Andy's 16 month sabbatical in Australia and Asia, when he was 26, he continued to exhibit his talent and skills by running the kitchen in the seafood restaurant as well as many other culinary roles at various, well known hotels and restaurants in Sydney, including Australian's premier events destination, Sydney Olympic Park.

Outside work, Andy's passion for good food and great service is put to the test when he enjoys eating out as a regular past time. He also enjoys reading, authors such as Wilbur Smith; listening to music "I am currently listening to Stone Roses" He is also an avid sports fan with a particular interest in running and football.