Changes at Cooden Beach Hotel
After 40 years' loyal service to the hotel, Maria and Manuel Yanez have taken well-earned retirement and have returned to their native Spain.
Maria was restaurant supervisor and Manuel was restaurant manager.
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Hide AdJames Kimber, who bought the Cooden Beach Hotel three and a half years ago, said: "I think they each gave loyal service to the hotel for more than 40 years.
"They will be greatly missed by myself and by all the staff."
Maria's brother, Felix Urdiales, remains at the hotel, having given 37 years of service.
In an establishment where long service is the norm, Chef Paul Fermore has given well over 40 years.
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Hide AdUnder the re-structure, Jenny Undasan, who was conference and events sales manager, becomes general manager and Felix succeeds her in the conference and events role.
The new staff structure is:
Jenny Undasan - General Manager (still responsible for weddings and major events)
Clive Long - Financial Controller.
Paul Fermore - Head Chef
Felix Urdiales - Conference and Events Manager
Jose Ataide - Restaurant Manager
Natalie Munn - Reception Manager
Avril Withers - Advertising and Marketing Manager
Chris Smith - Cub Bar Manager
Jamie Crouch - Cooden Tavern Manager
Lizzie Richards - Conference and Events Sales Manager Carol Morphew - Head Housekeeper
Roger Dorrell '“ Duty Manager
Keith Kewell '“ Night Manager
Eric Bacon '“ Night Manager
Debbie Snape '“ Head Receptionist