MEET THE TEAM
EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP, GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Francois Offshore Catering is led by a team of highly experienced professionals who bring deep industry knowledge and a commitment to operational excellence. Their leadership ensures we continue to deliver trusted, high-quality services across our global operations.
Francois Offshore Catering is led by a team of highly experienced professionals who bring deep industry knowledge and a commitment to operational excellence. Their leadership ensures we continue to deliver trusted, high-quality services across our global operations.
MANISHA GUPTA
Head of Francois Offshore Catering
With a Master’s in Management and International Business from RGU, Manisha brings a wealth of experience from a range of roles across the financial and catering sectors. Her expertise spans financial performance, operational efficiency, [...]
CATH WHYTE
Bid Manager
Cath entered the offshore catering industry in 2008, operating initially across business development, HR, and operations roles before leading on commercial proposals and business development. Known for her structured approach and people-first mindset, Cath [...]
STEWART FARMEREY
International Operations Manager
Stewart brings over 35 years of industry experience, having worked for a number of companies across the offshore catering sector. Starting his career as a Chef, he rose through the ranks [...]
BRIAN EWEN
International Operations Manager
Brian began his catering career in 1980 with his early career spent as a Chef with the Royal Navy before transitioning to offshore catering in 1986. Following 26 years as Head Chef and Chef Manager, he then progressed into key [...]
PAUL FLANNIGAN
International Operations Manager
Paul served 24 years in the Royal Navy as a Chief Petty Officer in Catering Services, with deployments in Northern Ireland, Bosnia, and Iraq. After leaving the Navy in 2011, [...]
BRIAN EMSLIE
International Operations Manager
Brian began his catering career in 1986, progressing from a Y.T.S Apprentice Chef to Executive Head Chef across hotels and restaurants. After earning a degree in International Hospitality Management, he [...]
KEVIN HENDRY
HSEQ Manager (Onshore and Offshore)
Kevin brings with him over 20 years’ experience as a safety and training practitioner within the oil and gas sector. As a previous Executive Chef within Marriot Hotels and Deputy General Manager [...]
KEVIN LEIPER
International Operations Manager
Kevin initially trained as a Baker and Confectioner before gaining first-hand offshore catering experience across a range of assets. He later moved into sales, product development and commercial roles, building [...]
JESSICA WATT
Operations and Sales Support Co-ordinator
Jessica holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in International Tourism Management from Robert Gordon University, and began her career as a Business Travel Consultant before transitioning into operations and sales, where [...]
