The head of Gordon Ramsay's restaurant empire has revealed the reasons behind the celebrity chef's decision to launch new venues at the summit of the City of London's tallest building next year.
In May, it was disclosed that the group, which already boasts over 50 locations, had leased approximately 30,000 sq ft across four floors in the upper levels of 22 Bishopsgate.
This development set the stage for Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High, Bread Street Kitchen and Bar, and Lucy Cat Terrace to commence operations in February on levels 58 and 61.
These establishments will join Sushi Samba and Duck and Waffle in the roster of the City's loftiest dining spots, with the Ramsay locations also overlooking Jason Atherton's City Social, situated midway up Tower42.
It has now been confirmed that the new dining venues will generate over 250 jobs, as reported by .
Andy Wenlock, the global chief executive of Gordon Ramsay Restaurants, exclusively told City AM: "London is full of opportunity and creativity, making it an ideal place to build businesses and create jobs."
"Even in a challenging economic climate, it remains a vibrant hub where businesses of all sizes can succeed and grow."
"That's why we're excited to be opening three new restaurants at 22 Bishopsgate, a roof terrace bar and an incredible culinary academy, creating 250 new jobs and contributing to the city's growth."
"This project highlights our commitment to London as a global hub developing skilled hospitality professionals, driving the industry forward."
The group has stakes in 88 dining establishments with 34 located within the º£½ÇÊÓƵ and additional licensed sites across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Included in their portfolio is Gordon Ramsay's premier restaurant, the three Michelin-starred establishment on Royal Hospital Road, London, alongside the one-starred Petrus.
The group also boasts three ventures at the Savoy Hotel, featuring the one-starred 1890 by Gordon Ramsay, and extends to two Lucky Cat by Gordon Ramsay eateries situated in Mayfair and Manchester.
Following this expansion, Gordon Ramsay's restaurant empire reported revenues of £95.6 million for the year ending August 27, 2023, a significant increase from the previous year's £78.9 million.
Despite the revenue growth, the group saw its pre-tax losses expand from £1 million to £3.4 million during the same timeframe.
The company is set to submit its latest annual financial report to Companies House by the end of May 2025.
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