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2 Stubborn Mules

Who are the 2 Stubborn Mules?

Chef Iain McCombe is at the forefront of the business: Classically trained in London under the guidance of Chef David Miller (Sheraton Park Towers London & The Ritz) and World renowned Chef Anton Edelmann (The Savoy & Grosvenor House Hotel London), Iain has worked within some of the most famous restaurants/hotel chains in the world. He has been executive chef of numerous 5 star hotels, successfully running highly profitable kitchen operations with multiple outlets. The scope of his culinary knowledge is truly remarkable, his business and managerial ability proven by the popular, financially successful restaurants he has created and the repeat business he achieves. Iain has been a F&B licensee of a 5 star resort and has worked in all areas of the food industry - fine dining, buffet, family/casual dining, café, poolside, pub, bistro/brasserie, fast-food, in-room, large scale event catering, private VIP dining, wholesale production, special diet and promotional demonstrations. He has created kitchen operations from scratch and has brought existing, struggling restaurants back from the brink.
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Managing Director Julie McCoy specialises in brand development (MCCOY DESIGN) and also supports the business with her diverse business administration and hospitality experience spanning F&B cost control, front office, human resources/training, purchasing, inventory control, accounts, special events and marketing services.
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Passionate about the food industry with over 50 years combined experience associated with it...
"Our goal is to channel our experience, knowledge and passion into supporting food business owners with their kitchen operations - giving them the very best chance of achieving higher profits and repeat custom through re-training staff, raising standards, efficiency and productivity. In doing so, we strive to instil pride, passion and confidence into young, upcoming chefs and service staff."

"The mule possesses the sobriety, patience, endurance and sure-footedness of the donkey, and the vigour, strength and courage of the horse."
Wikipedia

Why stubborn?
"We are uncompromising in our quest to prove that you absolutely can have fresh, delicious food AND be a successful, profitable business."

Brands Iain has work for/with include:
Trust House Forte
Sheraton
Savoy Group
Marriott Hotels
Ramada Hotels
Conrad Hotels
Outrigger
Stella Resorts
Seaworld
Royal Pines
Nifsan
The Pub Group

Hospitality Brands Julie has work for/with include:
Conrad Hotels
Conrad College
Hyatt Hotels
Parkroyal
Outrigger
Griffith University
- School of Tourism & Hospitality
Pizzacake
Zarraffa's Coffee
Java Gourmet Coffee Co.
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