Robert Walton MBE has become an Ambassador for the GREAT Britain & Northern Ireland campaign (GREAT) to help promote the UK hospitality sector internationally.

A recognised and respected figure in the UK hospitality industry, Robert is the longest serving President of the Restaurant Association of Great Britain and opened his first restaurant at the age of just 24.

Passionate about helping the next generation of talent, Robert is the Chairman of the Young Chef Young Waiter competition and hosted the 2021 finals at the UK Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai (see image below).