UK: Chris Cooper, former lodge supervisor of The Grand, York, will function normal supervisor of Gilpin Resort & Lake Home, positioned within the Lake District.
Cooper brings greater than 15 years of expertise throughout accommodations and eating places to his position at Gilpin.
Whereas at York’s five-star lodge The Grand, Cooper was named Chief of the 12 months 2025 by Splendid Hospitality Group – the lodge’s owner-operator.
Previous to his time at The Grand, Cooper served as director of operations at Rockliff Corridor Resort and lodge supervisor at Lucknam Park Resort & Spa.
“I’m extremely excited to be becoming a member of the formidable and passionate staff right here,” Cooper stated. “For me, an important factor inside a property similar to that is real hospitality delivered by real individuals, a powerful tradition, an distinctive visitor expertise and the very best stage of high quality – Gilpin has such a powerful basis throughout all of those areas.”
Barney and Zoë Cunliff, homeowners of Gilpin Resort, stated: “We’re so delighted to welcome Chris to Gilpin. His expertise, values and management fashion make him a beautiful match for Gilpin and our household run ethos, the place the staff and the visitor experiences are on the coronary heart of every little thing we do. He has some unbelievable expertise in our trade and we’re trying ahead to his enter into the following part of the Gilpin story.”
Highlights:
- Chris Cooper has been named normal supervisor of Gilpin Resort & Lake Home, bringing 15 years of expertise throughout accommodations and eating places to the position
- At his earlier position with The Grand, York, Cooper was awarded Chief of the 12 months 2025 by Splendid Hospitality Group
- Extra accommodations Cooper has labored for embody Rockliff Corridor Resort and Lucknam Park Resort & Spa
