Hand Picked Hotels has appointed three new senior leaders within its Channel Islands team.
José Simoes has been appointed Hotel Manager at Braye Beach Hotel in Alderney, Jaime Short is now Director of Sales, Channel Islands and Will Jackson is the new General Manager for L’Horizon Hotel & Spa in Jersey.
Mr Simoes brings extensive international hospitality experience alongside a strong track record in AA Rosette-awarded fine dining to his new role in Alderney, said the hotel group.
His previous experience includes as hotel manager at The Isles of Glencoe Hotel & Leisure Centre, and a food and beverage senior role at Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa.
In his new role, Mr Simoes will be responsible for the day-to-day management of Braye Beach Hotel, with a focus on team development and ensuring the continuation of the hotel’s reputation for exceptional guest service.
“Braye Beach Hotel is a remarkable property, situated steps from the bay amongst an abundance of natural beauty. With deep roots in Alderney’s hospitality heritage, my task is to work closely with the team to continue delivering outstanding stays and experiences, while remaining true to the island’s history.”
Ms Short’s new role will see her leading sales across the Handpicked Hotels Channel Islands portfolio.
“The Channel Islands is a unique and extremely valuable market, demanding a bespoke strategy,” she said. “Our hotels have an already strong reputation, and a key focus will be to attract both on island and mainland guests.”
Julia Hands, Chair of Hand Picked Hotels, commented: “Our Channel Island properties have
always been a key part of our strategic focus, and these appointments reflect our commitment to and long-term investment in the Channel Islands. We are passionate about supporting strong talent and I am confident these colleagues will further contribute to the performance and reputation of our Channel Islands properties within the Hand Picked Hotels portfolio.”