Bermudians join hotel team

Andre Binns and Beverly Pitt join the team, while Nicholas Van de Weg has moved from his senior chef de partie post to sous chef.

Mr. Binns has been named Fairmont Gold Manager at the Fairmont Hamilton Princess.

The 25-year veteran of the group rejoins the team after retiring last year.

He worked in a variety of departments and was director of front office at Fairmont Southampton before leaving.

Ms Pitt, a former police officer, is taking over as director of security at Fairmont Southampton Resort.

She has more than 30 years experience with the Bermuda Police Service and since last year was inspector in charge of the police communications centre, CCTV and crime prevention unit.

Mr. Van de Weg, who mans the kitchen at Wickets restaurant, has been with the Fairmont South-ampton at since 2007.

Previously he was head chef at a restaurant in Florida.

Nelda Simons, regional director of human resources at Fairmont Bermuda, said: “One of our goals at Fairmont Bermuda is to embrace the talents of local Bermudians and provide opportunities for our staff to continue cultivating their careers.

“I am pleased to announce the promotion of one of our dedicated colleagues as well as the appointments of two employees.

“These colleagues represent the breadth of career opportunities available at Fairmont Bermuda and demonstrate our commitment to acknowledging hard work and enthusiasm as part of professional development.”