
2nd July 2025
Daniel Russell-Poole receives Andrew Bennett Memorial Award
Daniel Russell Poole, a lecturer at Suffolk New College, has been honoured with the Mentor of the Year Award – the Andrew Bennett Memorial Award during the UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year 2025 celebrations.
The Andrew Bennett Memorial Award highlights outstanding mentorship, spotlighting individuals whose work has significantly shaped the next generation of hospitality professionals.
David McKown, director of UK Young Restaurant Team of the Year, commented: "Daniel's achievement is a proud moment for both his students and his institution, inspiring a new wave of hospitality professionals poised to make a lasting impact.”
The Award was presented by Vicky Enderson, chair of judges and director of MSK Ingredients. The competition is also supported by the Savoy Educational Trust. For more information, visit: www.restaurantcompetition.co.uk