Maria Batchelor

Maria Batchelor is an accomplished culinary and hospitality professional with extensive experience in restaurant management and operations. Currently serving as a Grill Cook at Brewers Fayre Restaurants since October 2019, Maria also holds the position of Restaurant Manager at Whitbread since August 2018. Previous roles include Assistant Manager at Beefeater Restaurants from July 2016 to October 2019 and Kitchen Manager at JD Wetherspoon from January 2010 to March 2016, where responsibility included managing kitchen operations and staff. Maria began their career in the hospitality sector as a Shift Manager and Team Leader, focusing on customer service, cash management, and administrative duties. Educational qualifications include GCSEs from Sir John Talbots School and further studies at Watford & North Shropshire College.