Penlington and Robobottom worked together for eight years at Caterplus, a fellow contract caterer specialising in the care market.
Since its conception in February this year, Signature Dining, part of Genuine Dining Group, has won five contracts, with a combined turnover of over £1.4 million.
Robottom said: "David adds significant strength and depth to our senior team, bringing a wealth of sales and operational expertise, combined with nurturing excellent client relationships and a passion for ensuring that promises are exceeded.
“At Signature Dining our vision is to enhance the everyday lives of our customers, by offering a broad range of fresh, home style seasonal menus, cooked from scratch daily” comments Paul Robottom.
Signature Dining claims to to be the only independent caterer dedicated to the traditional care, extra care, assisted living and retirement village sectors.