White said: “I am very much delighted to become part of the Bateaux London team. No other London cruise company offers better restaurant standard dining and I will be looking at ways in which we can build on that to ensure we remain one of London’s leading visitor attractions.

“I have a lot of new ideas, and I want to ensure we can give guests the finest food and an experience they will never forget when they join us on board our vessels.”

White, who joined Bateaux earlier this month, will oversee operations onboard Harmony and Symphony, the company’s vessels.

Previously head chef at Somerset House and the Landmark Hotel restaurant, White has over 30 years experience working in kitchens across Europe, the Middle East and Europe.