Chesterfield bar and restaurant set to expand

A Chesterfield bar and restaurant is set to expand its workforce just weeks after opening.

The owners of Bottle & Thyme say they are looking to expand its workforce just one month after opening due to the ‘overwhelming response’ it has received from customers across the area.

The business is a joint venture between entrepreneurs Stephen Milner and couple Gavin Grainger and Hannah Milner, who say they are looking to add to their 10-strong team of baristas, bar staff and chefs.

Grainger said: “We have been absolutely blown away by the support we have received to date from our customers, as well as everyone who has helped us get Bottle & Thyme to where it is today – particularly Ian Osborn of Banner Jones who has been a huge help throughout.

“We are now looking to recruit a number of new members of staff and are focused on building the right team to ensure that we continue to further our reputation for excellent service delivered in a laid back, trendy environment. Training, as a result, will of course be a key ingredient.”

Bottle & Thyme’s solicitor, Banner Jones’ Ian Osborn, said: “It is fantastic to see such a unique and vibrant brand such as Bottle & Thyme come to Chesterfield and it was immensely rewarding to work closely with the company in negotiating a suitable lease from the landlord with concessions that have allowed the new venture to prosper.

“Chesterfield has seen significant regeneration over the last few years with exciting opportunities for new businesses cropping up all of the time. It was terrific to be involved with the development of Bottle of Thyme from the outset and I wish Gavin, Stephen and Hannah all the very best for the future as the brand grows.”