Mobile cocktail firm makes trio of new appointments to support growth

7 years ago

Press release

8 December 2016

A Leeds-based national cocktail firm has appointed three new staff members to support the rapid growth of the business.

Zest Mixology has employed Jack Bennett and Timmy Wright as event specialists and Emily Ratcliffe as an event administrator to work alongside Managing Director, Murdo MacLeod and the growing team.

These new appointments join office manager, Euan MacLeod, Charlotte Rendall, accounts manager, Ellie MacDonald, PR & communications specialist, Jade Woodfield as marketing manager and Farah who supports the firm’s HR & staffing.

Zest Mixology, established by Murdo MacLeod in 2011, has made the appointment to support the flourishing business.

Timmy Wright has more than 10 years of industry experience in running pubs, bars and clubs and joins Zest Mixology as an event specialist. He will be working alongside Jack Bennett who also joins as an event specialist.

With bartending experience and experience gained from supporting a family business and undertaking internships, Jack has a strong events background and focuses on the operations and logistics within Zest Mixology.

Keen to support Zest Mixology with any changes and developments, Jack already feels passionate about the business and is grateful for the support he receives from Murdo. He says:

“What makes Zest Mixology special is the people that work for it. The working relationship between myself, Timmy and Murdo is really good, we’re different from one another but work well together. That’s what makes it special, we are always at the heart of the event and know each and every event inside and out.”

Currently studying Events Management at Leeds Beckett University, Emily joins the team as an events administrator where she organises the administrative side of the events. With five years of industry experience, Emily’s passion for events will allow her to support Zest Mixology. She says:

“Zest caters for everything, there’s not a pop up bar or event furniture brief we’ve not managed to fit yet. It’s great to be part of a young and fun vibrant team.”

Founder and managing director of the firm, Murdo MacLeod adds:

“It is an exciting time for Zest Mixology. The new appointments have been made to support our continuous growth and we firmly believe 2017 to be our biggest year yet!”

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Accompanying image is of (L-R) Emily Ratcliffe, Jack Bennett, Timmy Wright and Murdo MacLeod.

Notes to the editor

For more information, contact Ellie MacDonald on 079891 59138 or email ellie@maccomms.net.

About Zest Mixology

Zest Mixology is a first-class mobile drinks service that was founded in 2011 by Murdo MacLeod. The company delivers nationwide service for a broad range of events.

Since the company’s initial inception, it boasts an impressive 30% year-on-year growth with consistent 10% net profit. This year alone, the business is set to turnover more than £500,000.

Zest Mixology consists of a Managing Director, office manager and two experienced events specialists, accounts support, PR/communications support, marketing support and HR support which all ensure a consistent and professional service. From outsourced HR company, DLP, the firm has access to over 1000 bar-tenders on their database which are always available to call for numerous events across the country.

The company caters for a broad spectrum of events and has provided their services for a vast quantity of high profile names such as Apple, Microsoft, Hilton and Nescafe, as well as catering for well-known supermarket chains such as Tesco, Asda and Iceland.

In the past five years alone, the Zest Mixology team has delivered services to 2500 events, both large and small. This has resulted in them being employed for an astounding fifty events a month. As their business has flourished, they have extended their geographical reach from as far as central Scotland down to the South of England.

Zest hosts a diverse range of events including corporate functions, exhibitions, weddings, festivals and private parties. After being up and running for half a decade, the company have thrived by extending their services to villas, yachts and parties in Ibiza and mainland Europe also.

A market leader, the growing company provides customers with different types of bars, a team of award-winning cocktail mixologists and waiting staff. They also supply their clients with excellent quality furniture and beautifully-crafted glassware. Zest Mixology aims to excel every time, going above and beyond what is expected of them.

The leading-market company also operate a national team for Funkin Purees, providing and equipping trainees with excellent skills, educating them about the industry with a broad range of techniques such as interactive training.

Last year, Zest were the sole cocktail staffing supplier for MAMA group festivals, and Relentless Energy, whom they have been consultants for during the past three years. They cater for the brand by giving them an extensive range of cocktail options to choose from. These drinks are then served in numerous festivals throughout the year.

This year, as the company goes from strength to strength, they intend to double the size of the business, with major contracts with the corporate sector. They have hit the ground running this summer by supplying cocktail staff for 10 major UK festivals and providing the best quality VIP bars.

See http://www.zestmixology.co.uk/ and for more information, contact Ellie MacDonald at MacComms on 07989 159138 / ellie@maccomms.net.

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About Zest Mixology

About Zest Mixology Zest Mixology is a first-class mobile drinks service that was founded in 2011 by Murdo MacLeod. The company delivers nationwide service for a broad range of events. Since the company’s initial inception, it boasts an impressive 30% year-on- year growth with 10% net profit. This year alone, the mixologists are set to turnover more than £400,000. Zest Mixology consists of a Managing Director, office manager and two experienced events specialists which ensure a consistent and professional service. From outsourced HR company, DLP, the firm has access to over 1000 bar-tenders on their database which are always available to call for numerous events across the country. The company caters for a broad spectrum of events and has provided their services for a vast quantity of high profile names such as Apple, Microsoft, Hilton and Nescafe, as well as catering for well-known supermarket chains such as Tesco, Asda and Iceland. In the past five years alone, the Zest Mixology team has delivered services to 2500 events, both large and small. This has resulted in them being employed for an astounding fifty events a month. As their business has flourished, they have extended their geographical reach from as far as central Scotland down to the South of England. Zest hosts a diverse range of events including corporate functions, exhibitions, weddings, festivals and private parties. After being up and running for half a decade, the company have thrived by extending their services to villas, yachts and parties in Ibiza and mainland Europe also. A market leader, the growing company provides customers with different types of bars, a team of award-winning cocktail mixologists and waiting staff. They also supply their clients with excellent quality furniture and beautifully-crafted glassware. Zest Mixology aims to excel every time, going above and beyond what is expected of them. The leading-market company also operate a national team for Funkin Purees, providing and equipping trainees with excellent skills, educating them about the industry with a broad range of techniques such as interactive training. Last year, Zest were the sole cocktail staffing supplier for MAMA group festivals, and Relentless Energy, whom they have been consultants for during the past three years. They cater for the brand by giving them an extensive range of cocktail options to choose from. These drinks are then served in numerous festivals throughout the year. This year, as the company goes from strength to strength, they intend to double the size of the business. They have hit the ground running this summer by supplying cocktail staff for 10 major UK festivals and providing the best quality VIP bars. Zest Mixology also employ staff that operate in existing bars, nightclubs and music/sporting venues - equipping clients with service that goes above and beyond the call of duty. See http://www.zestmixology.co.uk/ and for more information, contact Ellie MacDonald at MacComms on 07989 159138 / ellie@maccomms.net.