Having spent the past three and a half years at British Airways as global head of catering, Talbot brings a wealth of experience to the role, commenting: “I have greatly enjoyed the catering aspect of the airline world and was delighted when offered the opportunity to join Alpha LSG.”
Based at the company’s Premium Kitchen (Heston), he will oversee a team of culinary development chefs, which are led by Alpha LSG head of culinary, Michelin-starred chef Kevin Love.
Talbot added: “Our culinary development chefs are among the best in the business, with an obsession and love for producing exceptional dishes.
“They are constantly pushing the boundaries to set new standards of excellence.
“The way in which the airline market is evolving, particularly at Heathrow but also across the country, means there is increasing demand for cuisine that is more premium, creative and innovative.
“Alpha LSG already has a superb reputation for culinary excellence and I hope that my experience and knowledge gained from working with airline customers over many years, will be invaluable to enhance and further improve the services (Alpha LSG) offers.”
He will also be responsible for the caterer’s customer suite, and coordinating training and support for its UK production team comprising 120+ chefs.
“Naturally a business such as this has a huge production operation and it is essential that all the chefs in the production team are constantly kept appraised on culinary developments and new catering equipment that we introduce into the kitchens.”
Marketing director Richard Wood said: “Colin Talbot’s appointment as catering director will help (Alpha LSG) maintain and enhance its position as the ‘go-to’ premium caterer in the UK, as we put even greater focus on our culinary excellence in the future.
“(His) appointment underpins Alpha LSG’s commitment to its customers to be constantly pushing the culinary boundaries through creativity and innovation.
“Our culinary expertise is a key element of our business where we can help all the airlines we work with to make a real impact with a memorable Inflight Service for their discerning customers.”