ANDREW CROOK

PRESIDENT – NATIONAL FEDERATION OF FISH FRIERS

As president of the National Federation of Fish Friers and over 27 years experience of running fish and chip businesses I am passionate about not only promoting the industry but also raising standards, exactly what these awards are all about. 

The National Fish and Chip Awards are the main event in the fish and chip calendar and it is an honour to be the custodians of such a prestigous event, run for the fish and chip industry by the fish and chip industry. 

STUART DEVINE MBE

VICE PRESIDENT – NATIONAL FEDERATION OF FISH FRIERS

Stuart is a former winner of the Takeaway of the Year with his flagship store The Ashvale in Aberdeen.  He has run multiple sites in Scotland and is one of the most respected fish and chip operators in Scotland.

Awarded an MBE  for his services to fish and chips and his charity work Stuart has a lifetime of knowledge of the fish and chip industry.

Speaking about the National Fish and Chip Awards Stuart said “These awards are vital to the progression of the fish and chip industry and in their long history have helped to shape the fiture of fish and chips. It is a privledge to be on the organising committee.”

CAROLINE MURPHY

TREASURER – NATIONAL FEDERATION OF FISH FRIERS

Calroline is one of the owners of the Wetherby Whaler Group operating six restaurants and a takeaway in West Yorkshire.  Operating such a large operation gives Caroline a great perspective of the industry and especially multiste operations and what it takes to develop and nuture a large team.

Caroline commented “The National Fish and Chip Awards are not only great for promoting your business but also an amazing motivational tool for your team.”

JOSETTE FOSTER

HEAD JUDGE – THE NATIONAL FISH AND CHIP AWARDS

Josette comes from an educational background and has brought that into her fish and chip business, Fish and Chips @ Weston Grove in Chester.  With a real passiopn for minimising the environmental impact of her business and developing young people Josette is a values member of the organising committee.

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