With many years spent working in three Michelin-starred restaurants, Rob is a dedicated force for excellence. In 2013, he became the youngest ‘Master of Culinary Arts’ and now judges awards like The Gold Service Scholarship. His diverse experience includes roles in New York, as Maître d’ on ‘Ramsay’s Best Restaurant’, and as General Manager for Dan Barber’s ‘WastED’ pop-up in London. Recognised for his contribution to education, he holds an honorary fellowship from Westminster Kingsway College. Rob has also proudly led the team as Event Director for a Royal wedding, the Cheltenham Gold Cup and the Singapore F1 Night race.

Nik has been an integral part of Core since joining the restaurant in 2018, working closely with Clare and developing a deep understanding of the philosophy and exceptional standards that define Core.
At the heart of his approach is a passion for outstanding seasonal British produce and a great respect for the farmers, fishermen, growers and artisan suppliers behind it. He believes in allowing ingredients to shine at their very best, combining precision, creativity and seasonality while continually evolving and driving the food forward alongside Clare and the wider team.

Gareth became the first ever South African Master Sommelier. He honed his skills at renowned establishments such as 67 Pall Mall, The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Burj Al Arab in Dubai, and The Saxon Hotel in South Africa. Gareth’s accolades include Best Sommelier of South Africa 2016, UK Ruinart Sommelier Challenge 2016 winner, and top 15 in the world at the 2016 A.S.I Best Sommelier of the World competition.

Armed with a diploma in tourism and the prestigious Master Sommelier qualification, Gareth is not only a regular judge at esteemed competitions like the Decanter World Wine Awards, but also an influential figure in the global wine and service industry.