Meet the Team

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Emiliano Isufi

Managing Director 

Part-owner of the 28°-50° restaurants in London, Emiliano is a veteran of the London restaurant and club scene. His career began working in Sir Terrance Conrans Butlers Wharf Chop House, he then moved to work for Gordon Ramsey’s Michelin star restaurant at the Connaught hotel, Mayfair. In early 2007 he became the manager at Greig’s Steakhouse in Berkeley Square, Mayfair and then became the General Manager at the Zebrano Group, Carnarby Street before linking up with Richard to set up the 28°-50° restaurants and now the new Stablehand.

 

 

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Eimear Doherty

Restaurant Manager

Eimear grew up in Dublin, Ireland before relocating to London in 2022 to study towards her Master’s in audiovisual translation. Alongside her degree, she worked as a part-time host for the 28°-50° restaurant group, eventually becoming Duty Manager. Now as Restaurant Manager for The Stablehand, Eimear makes full use of her ample retail and hospitality experience and is dedicated to ensuring that the restaurant and staff create the perfect atmosphere and give the greatest possible experience to all our customers. She has previously worked abroad teaching English and speaks fluent Spanish and French, providing an extra level of service for many of our international guests.

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Lucy Barber

Restaurant Chef

Lucy has been a qualified chef for fourteen years and with nine years as a Head Chef under her belt, she is no stranger to a fast-paced kitchen. Cooking has been her passion ever since she attended a cookery school at twelve years old and realised that her dream career was to become a chef. Lucy is classically trained and has a wealth of experience in fine dining establishments, such as the renowned Claridge’s under Gordon Ramsay. Yet her heart lies with traditional British pub food, and she specialises in our wonderful native cuisine. In fact, our hugely popular chicken pie is Lucy’s own recipe, and remains her favourite dish on the menu.

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Cara Steele

Reservations & Events Coordinator

Cara was born and bred in London and has nearly a decade in hospitality under her belt, working in establishments throughout the city from Notting Hill to Knightsbridge and Mayfair. She’s also an accomplished artist and actor, with experience in both theatre and film. Thanks to her wide-ranging background, she brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience, as well as a keen eye for detail. She has a particular knack for catering to all her guests’ needs and, in her role as Reservation & Events Coordinator, will help you plan every detail to ensure your event at The Stablehand is a success. We’re thrilled to have her on the team.