Stuart Fraser named executive chef at the Murrayfield Experience

Chef Stuart Fraser has been appointed executive chef at the Murrayfield Experience, a joint venture between contract caterer Elior UK and Scottish Rugby.

The Murrayfield Experience is the hospitality and events brand at the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh.

Fraser has worked in the industry for the past 30 years, starting out as a kitchen porter. He has held senior banqueting chef and executive head chef roles at the Old Course hotel in St Andrews, as well as head chef positions at Genting Casinos and Lindisfarne hotels.

At Murrayfield he will lead a team of up to 100 chefs on match days and concerts and elevate the culinary offering at the venue.

Fraser said: “Scottish Gas Murrayfield is iconic and known worldwide, and I’m excited to lead the culinary offering into a new chapter, creating bespoke event menus with a focus on working with local Scottish providers. We have many exciting new opportunities lined up for guests to experience the great warm welcome, food and hospitality that the Murrayfield Experience has to offer.”

Natalaigh Taylor, head of marketing at the Murrayfield Experience, added: “Welcoming Stuart to the Murrayfield Experience is a beacon for the new and improved offering we have here at Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium. Stuart’s commitment to excellence and his ability to curate innovative dishes combined with his passion for team development will transform the hospitality experience our guests receive. We are thrilled to have him at the heart of our team.”