George Blogg to leave Gravetye Manor after 10 years

George Blogg is to step down as executive head chef of Gravetye Manor in West Sussex after more than 10 years in the role.

Since joining in 2014, Blogg has overseen the hotel restaurant win and maintain numerous awards, including a Michelin star for nine years and four AA rosettes.

He has also been awarded a Master of Culinary Arts from the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts and was named Hotel Chef of the Year (fewer than 250 covers) at the 2022 Hotel Cateys.

The chef will leave Gravetye in December and recruitment for his replacement is ongoing.

Blogg said: “Gravetye is a magical place that will forever be a part of who I am. The last 10 years have been an incredible journey and an utter privilege to work alongside some truly amazing people, whose passion and hard work have grown Gravetye to be a standout property.

“I am excited for the future but will miss Gravetye immensely. I am proud of the countless guest experiences we have created, and I know that Gravetye will continue to thrive.

“I would like to thank the owners, Elizabeth and Jeremy Hosking, and Andrew Thomason (general manager from 2012-2022) for the faith and mentorship that they provided me.”

The Hoskings said: “It’s bittersweet to see [George] go but we are hugely grateful for everything he has achieved and the dedication he has given to both his colleagues and to our guests at Gravetye. George will be a hard act to follow, and we wish him all the best."

Gravetye is set in an Elizabethan manor house overlooking 35 acres of gardens and holds four AA red stars.

Applicants interested in the role are encouraged to contact general manager Paul Skinner on paul@gravetyemanor.co.uk to discuss in more detail,