Vancouver’s full service café announces key staff ahead of upcoming launch
David Hawksworth is delighted to announce Nathan Gilmore as Manager of soon-to-open Bel Café, located adjacent to Hawksworth Restaurant in downtown Vancouver.
Armed with a decade of experience in restaurant management, Gilmore brings passion and knowledge to the role of manager at this much-anticipated full-service café. Additionally, Gilmore will oversee the coffee program at both Bel Café and Hawksworth Restaurant.
San Diego-born and White Rock-raised Gilmore most recently managed a Starbucks Coffee store and previously held management roles at Marcello and Café Crêpe Inc. Passionate about internal development and growing a team of talented professionals within the café environment, Gilmore has shown his enthusiasm for local products, nurturing strong bonds with BC-based suppliers SPOT Tea and 49th Parallel, both of which feature custom tea and coffee blends on the menu at Bel Café.
“By providing a truly equal focus on all aspects of the café experience, Bel Café will strive to elevate the coffee scene in Vancouver,” says Gilmore of his goal to create enjoyable, memorable experiences through the pairing of high-quality artisan coffee with equally high-quality food. “The café has a unique ability to be many different things to many different people, all at the same time.”
Attracting the right individual for the role has been a focus for Chef David Hawksworth, whose eponymous restaurant continues to garner critical acclaim on a national and international level. “I admire Nathan’s drive and energy,” says Chef Hawksworth. “His eye for detail and dedication to product sourcing, internal development and putting our guests first is admirable and hence he is the perfect person for the role.” Opening at the end of October and located on the corner of Howe and Georgia streets, David Hawkworth’s Bel Café will combine attentive service and delectable savory and sweet menu items, alongside custom beverage blends.
For more information, visit www.belcafe.com
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About Bel Café
Situated in the hub of Vancouver’s business and shopping district, David Hawksworth’s Bel Café combines expertly prepared food and beverages with intelligent and friendly service in an inviting, elegant and chic setting. Full table service is provided alongside a selection of ‘ready to go’ items featuring fresh baked pastries, gourmet sandwiches, nourishing soups, delicate tarts and exquisite jewel-toned macarons. Specialty coffees are custom roasted locally and served by a team of highly trained baristas. Artisan teas, fresh juices, house cocktails and select wines are also featured. Open daily from M-F 6am-8pm and from 7am-7pm on weekends, Bel Café is located at 801 West Georgia Street @ Howe. For more information visit: www.belcafe.com
Media contact:
Hawksworth Communications
Annabel Hawksworth
E: annabel@hawksworth.ca / T: 604.609.6678
