The City of London’s most glamorous Private Members Club appoints a network of dedicated hospitality experts
Following the appointment of legendary club host Ian Palmer as General Manager, Managing Director Brian Clivaz and Ian Palmer announces the completion of his Devonshire Club ‘Dream Team’, following the opening of The City’s £25 million members club this June.
In addition to offering impressive facilities that cater to the needs and wishes of the discerning, cultural and intellectual elite, the club will herald a selection of the most skilled professionals in the industry.
Aret Kapetanovic will head-up the membership department as Membership Director, following a similar role at Café Royal and Bitter Sweet, and event management experience with the Royal Albert Hall, The House of Lords and the Queen’s Golden Jubilee. Reporting to Aret will be Membership Executive Edward Haskell, who has experience with The Birley Group, Soho House and The Brompton Club. The club opened Founding Membership applications this April.
With a large focus on its culinary offering, Devonshire Club’s Head of Food & Beverage will be Simon Whitley, former chef at Home House and opening chef at The Arts Club in Dover Street. Having cooked for all members of the Royal Family, the last 3 Prime Ministers and other Premiers from around the world, Whitley is a rare jewel in the industry. William Best, former Premier Sous-Chef at The Ritz, has been appointed as Head Chef. Supporting the talented Best will be Sous-Chef Lorant Baratki and Executive Head Chef Oliver Lesnik, with experience at White’s, the Cadogen Hotel in Knightsbridge and most recently at Clivaz’s L’Escargot.
Tiziano Tasso has been appointed Bars Manager, with international experience in member’s clubs and prestigious venues, and will be working closely with the General Manager of Brassiere, Rodney Chidgey. Having worked in some of the most renowned and distinguished restaurants in the world, Chidgey bring with him experience from the Four Seasons, Caprice Holdings and Corbin & King, to name a few.
With 68 luxury bedrooms and suites on offer to members and special guests, looking after customers will be Head Concierge, James Malone. Having grown-up in the hospitality industry, Malone has adopted a lifetime of hotel and tourism experience from across the world, most recently working at Café Royal Hotel.
Hospitality Manager is Edward Young, a former member of The Rocco Forte team, who has come from leading the Front Office team at the Madinat Jumeirah Resort in Dubai.
Brian Clivaz, Managing Director of Devonshire Club, said: “When launching such a glamorous and sought-after member’s club, it’s only right that our team reflect this. We’re confident that we have sourced the best of the best, from top chefs to the finest in customer care, to ensure our guests have an experience to remember.
The team is already in place and active, following the recent opening of the club in June and the £25 million renovation of its site in Devonshire Square. This exclusive haven, in one of the City’s most iconic business and leisure destinations, Devonshire Square, is looking forward to welcoming successful women and men from the City and thriving East End.
Founder membership is open and £2,400 per year; a 10 year debenture membership is priced at £24,000.