Testimonials

John & Brett Graham, Head Chef, The Ledbury

John is a professional from the old school. He is one of the few people who know and understand the word hospitality. He has a great affinity for working with and bringing out the best in everyone.


Brett Graham, Head Chef
The Ledbury
London

 John Davey is the Don of London’s Front of House scene and the Creator of many of the great systems we all use to train our teams.  His exceptional eye for detail and understanding of human nature has enabled him to build and drive the best teams in London.  He has a tremendous following from both the internal and external customer with his charm, style and effortless delivery inspiring many of them.   Having known John for many years and worked with him, I have experienced him groom the next generation, adapt styles of service to suit the current trends and motivate groups into winning teams; accolades are something he is more then familiar with as he only ever produces winning teams


Jacinta Phelan, General Manager
Harvey Nichols Restaurants Ltd

You were always the face to Morton’s and there to greet all members, giving that very personal service and making every individual that visit feel special. You enthused personality, charisma and a great example to the others on how true hospitality should be


Anthony Lee, General Manager
The Connaught
London

 I have worked with John at various points over a long period of time and I think it is fair to say that he really is one of the last of the great hosts still working in the industry. People with an absolutely natural ability to make people welcome are few and far between and John has this in spades. Furthermore has worked in many highly ambitious restaurants and has great technical ability and knowledge to pair up with phenomenal people skills


Philip Howard, Head Chef
The Square
2 Star Michelin
Mayfair
London

 When putting together our annual ball for my charity Silver Pearl, it was so important to us that we had great staff that were trained in meeting and greeting, catering, front of house etc we used John's training company as we knew that we would receive quality staff that were trained to a very high standard, I would highly recommend them!!


Rachel Simkiss, Director
Silver Pearl Beauty Clinic
108 New Bond Street
Mayfair
London

 When it comes to staff training and motivation John Davey's inspiring personality and amazing enthusiasm bring up to the next level any stage of business development and/or team building/ consolidation. His unique experience and unstoppable passion for his work have been an invaluable help to the setting up and rapid growth of our organisation


Liz Signolet, Director
Silver Pearl Beauty Clinic
108 New Bond Street
Mayfair
London

 John is the first person I think of when it comes to delivering excellent training and making things happen. His reputation in the industry is sky-high and for a very good reason – he does what he says he will, and more. If you want to see skill, passion, knowledge and enthusiasm at work, then work with John Davey


Ewan Lacey, MD
Business Confidence

 After working with John Davey for over 4 years, I can without doubt confirm that John was always a great motivator of teams and individuals. He knew the value of treating colleagues at all levels with dignity and respect, coaching them daily to deliver excellent standards of service whilst maintaining high levels of energy at all times. John has a gift for passing on his skills to others with his passionate style


Nicola Wilton
HR Hilton Hotel Group
London