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We are delighted that the States of Jersey has decided to open our borders this Friday 3 July. The decision is vital to kickstarting the hospitality sector again which is so vital to our island economy. Opening our borders comes with responsibilities for all of us - visitors, businesses and islanders - to ensure that…

[caption id="attachment_3494" align="alignnone" width="223"] Simon Soar, JHA Chief Executive, speaking to ITV News[/caption] Following the move to Level 2 of the Safe Exit Strategy, Simon Soar, Chief Executive of the Jersey Hospitality Association, has issued this statement calling for the island to allow visitors to return - “The easing of some of the restrictions that…

 JHA and Genuine Jersey join forces to encourage more to buy local The Jersey Hospitality Association and Genuine Jersey are joining forces to try to reshape the way islanders and businesses view local produce, as part of an economic recovery plan following the Covid-19 pandemic. The two organisations will be promoting the benefits of buying…

Jersey venues opening for al fresco dining and to visitors Following the relaxation of rules to businesses, we are pleased to announce that the following venues are open, or will be open in the near future to the general public. Cafes and restaurants: Relish        Facebook      Website CafeJac     Facebook   …

#FeedOurFrontline and fetch.je  We are delighted to have been involved in both these initiatives designed to help our industry and others, but more importantly, to help our hardworking and dedicated hospital and nursing staff. We know that after an exhausting shift, it is difficult for them to be able to buy food and other supplies, especially…

Business Lifeline for Hospitality Staff Staff working in the hospitality industry are being offered temporary secondments to work in other sectors while the measures to slow the spread of the Coronavirus could force some tourism businesses to close. Local recruitment agency GR8 is supporting employees who may be facing redundancy by finding them roles elsewhere…

Welcome to our new Board members The JHA is very pleased to introduce the newest members of the Board. Alex Langley has joined as Honorary Treasurer. Alex is a Director at Grant Thornton. Daphne East, commercial director at Easenmyne, joins as a Committee Member. Martin Mitchell from Valley Foods has also joined the Committee, along…

Cyber security talk for hospitality businesses Barclays bank are holding a Cyber Security and Fraud Awareness talk for individuals in the hospitality industry. The free presentation will be tailored to hospitality businesses and aims to help our members become more aware of some of the current issues and risks that face the industry. The presentation…

Highlands Culinary Arts Courses 2020  Highlands College have released their Culinary Arts and Hospitality Studies course guide for 2020. From barista training to food safety certificates, there are plenty opportunities for hospitality professionals to up-skill or learn something new! See the course guide here. Coming up in January … Wine & Spirit Level 3 commencing on…

German Interests Group Visit Jersey are set to establish a German Interest Group for those who work with German visitors. The group will provide members the opportunity to discuss current set-ups, give their input and continue to develop the relationship. This is just one of the initiatives being introduced by Visit Jersey’s new tourism representation…