Compass Group UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Chris Garside as Managing Director effective from 1 October 2017. Garside, currently Managing Director – ESS and Chartwells, will replace Dennis Hogan.
Hogan will return to the United States to take on the role of CEO of Foodbuy, replacing Tony Shearer who will be retiring in 2018. Garside will report into Dominic Blakemore who, as announced recently, becomes Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Compass Group PLC, on 1 October 2017.
Hogan will remain in the UK & Ireland business until the end of the year and will work with Garside to enable a smooth transition. During the transition period, Garside will continue to manage ESS, whilst Richard Taylor, currently COO of Chartwells, will become Managing Director - Chartwells.
Dominic Blakemore said, “I’d like to thank Dennis for the exceptional contribution he’s made to our UK & Ireland business over the last four years. Dennis’ focus on driving sustainable growth has put the business on a strong footing.
'I’m delighted that Chris will be leading our UK & Ireland team in the next stage of its journey. I’d like to congratulate Chris, Dennis and Richard on their new appointments.”