Lee brings over 35 years industry experience across foodservice in both the public and the private sectors. In his new role, he will be responsible for the further development of the Senior Living White Oaks service proposition.
Commenting on the news, he said: “It is great to have joined Compass Group UK & Ireland and the White Oaks team. Our client partnerships span the senior living sector, covering care, extra care and retirement living dining.
“Our collective purpose is to deliver a quality catering service at the highest level, which places residents at the heart of our service. By doing this, we can guarantee a professionally managed, sustainable, and innovative catering provision - supporting better living, a ‘home from home’ environment and sense of community that is important to our clients and residents alike.”
The White Oaks team creates food service offers that are developed to meet the specific meal requirements of residents and tenants, offering quality, choice and flexibility throughout the day.
Russell Blake, managing director for Healthcare at Compass Group UK and Ireland, added: “Lee’s addition to our team will help us continue to innovate and expand our capabilities within this market. His experience is second to none and will contribute to further develop the ambitions of our White Oaks team.”