Duke of Somerset
With over 50 years of combined event management and catering experience, Eat Five Star has developed into a multi service hospitality company working as exclusive caterers for some of the most unique and stunning locations in the UK and France. We take pride in being the only dedicated company from the UK managing corporate and private stays in private properties, fully staffed, by Eat Five Star.
From catering for functions for Royal members of family, collaborating with and having the personal approval of the Duke and Duchess of Somerset, exclusive catering partner to multiple historic venues and preferred caterer to some of Europes most respected agencies. Our focus is centred around delivering truly memorable moments around culinary experiences.
Founder & Director of Business Development
Eat Five Star was created in 2008 by Ed as an event catering company focusing on creativity and a highly personal relationship with our clients. "We are a deeply committed, hand-picked team, who work together in an enthusiastic, fun-filled and dynamic environment to deliver events of which we can be proud". Ed oversees the business development of the company.
Account Manager
Katie joined the Eat Five Star team in 2013 to take over the role of Account Manager. As a true people’s person, she relishes the role of customer and client relations as well as supervising all the Eat Five Star staff. She also plays an integral role in the planning and execution of events and loves building personal contacts with Brides to be, venue owners and suppliers alike.
Executive Chef
Paul has been sharing his knowledge and expertise with Eat Five Star since 2011. With over 25 years catering and hospitality experience, working with some of the UK's most well-known chefs, from award winning restaurants to international cake shows, Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and flair to Eat Five Star and is passionate about sourcing quality local produce and crafting menus of innovative and imaginative flavours.
Office Manager
Jo, joined Eat Five Star in 2015 and carries out a dual role in Office Manager and PA to Katie Watson. Jo has years of hospitality experience and brings a wealth of knowledge which our clients appreciate her can do attitude and creativity. Jo also helps oversee a team of 40 front of house staff ensuring all systems and processes are in place for each event.
Our in-house event management and hospitality services managed by our sister company Deluxe Hospitality Collection provides a complete service for any event. We are committed to providing the highest levels of service so you can be confident that each and every detail is covered by our group of passionate event planners.