Our Recommendations

'JBS is a giant in the industry and brings a fresh and honest approach to any project. He has supported us on many new and exciting concepts, his energy, knowledge and passion is infectious'

'Many years ago I was lucky enough to be introduced to John. I am the most difficult person I know to understand and JBS, was one that understood my views, passions and drive so much, we delivered many exciting projects together.A great saying from the best film produced went 'birds of the brightest feather should never be caged - don't cage him and you will see what I did ' 

'I learned this from some fantastic leaders and JBS you are one of the best'

'Dedicated hard working non egotistic individual totally my cup of tea. It was indeed my pleasure to have had the privilege of working with you on the important programme in NHS' 

'John has been an inspiration and a mentor -  an innovator, a world class communicator and a master of his craft. He remains at the head of his field, with a unique, structured approach and the ability to deliver real value to any food service business'

'In his job superb 100% nice to work with, thank you for the excellent experience.'

'If you wrote a book about common sense and charisma it would be titled John Benson-Smith.

Larger than life character with a winning smile. The ability to communicate with anyone immediately. No airs and graces, tells it like it is. My only complaint is that he is too modest'

'From make over to management, product development and endorsement, demonstrations, speaker in fact anything do with catering - John is your man.

If there is a problem get him in, if you want icing on the corporate cake he will spend it thickly. A pleasure to work with and deeply dependable, this versatile and talented Chef is the turn-key solution to anything hospitality related'

'John was of great assistance shaping and preparing our various catering operations for the more contemporary and forward thinking era'

'Sheer gratitude and thanks for your considerable efforts and success in the completion and construction of the Boathouse - I'm also extremely grateful for everything you have achieved overseas in Santa Ponsa, Mallorca, Spain which has seen something of a transformation since you were heavily involved'

'Never forget the leadership JBS brought to developing the best in class offers throughout the Etihad ...always remembered and respected' 

'I've worked with many of the greats in the industry, but when it comes to pure energy, creativity, experience, skill and knowledge, John has few peers. Bring John into any project and you can be assured of success. A totally memorable guy, great sense of humour top professional'

'An inspiration and mentor to those around him, he is commercially minded, and has a pin sharp customer focus which is indeed a very rare and immensely powerful skill set.'

'I thoroughly enjoyed working with John, he brings a wealth of knowledge, wisdom and passion to every project. His experience brings a project to life'

'His enthusiasm, leadership, attention to detail, quality and product knowledge are just a few of his exceptional skills. One of the very best and a great ambassador for the food, Hotel catering and hospitality industry'

'JBS will tell you what you may not want to know, but need to. But then he will tell you how to fix it'

'Attending customer presentations to Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Tesco and Iceland he helped us secure significant new business' .

'I appreciate everything you have contributed, its made a massive difference'

'John was our consultant chef at our EMC business and during that time provided an invaluable service to ourselves and our clients. His knowledge of the hospitality industry, large stadia catering and his obvious love of food is probably second to none .

'JBS is a pioneer simultaneously maverick renegade and genuis'

'John is the most energetic creative and innovative guy I have had the pleasure of working with.His passion for the business is second to none and to top it all is always a genuine pleasure to work with' .