Ben

Head Chef

Our Head Chef Ben, has been with us since the venue opened in 2016 and has been instrumental in establishing the reputation that we have at Rockbeare Manor for the quality and style of our food. At the age of 14 Ben began working in a bakery before attending Catering College. He went on to work at Coombe House Hotel, a highly regarded local hotel with fine dining restaurant where in the 12 years that he was there, he progressed from apprentice level to Sous Chef. After which, he joined us at Rockbeare Manor, to lead the kitchen team, developing the events and wedding menus to ensure that our food offering is always innovative, exceeding every guests expectations.

 Rockbeare Manor is one of the leading events and wedding venues in the South West and our food is very much a part of that.

His favourite part about his role is taking simple ingredients and turning them it into something that impresses people, there is nothing more rewarding! In his spare time Ben likes fishing, camping and spending time with his family.

Most memorable moment: My fondest memory will always be the first wedding we held here at Rockbeare Manor, it was incredible to see it go so successfully, having spent such spent a long time preparing for it.

Random fact about you: In 2020 I broke my fishing personal best and caught a 26lb carp!

Favourite dish to cook: Taking advantage of being near the coast, there is nothing better than cooking locally sourced fresh fish.