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We’ve had two new members of staff enter our brood over the last few weeks, so here’s a bit about them and why they’ve joined the team here at Derian House!

Adam Halliday – Catering Manager

Adam has spent most of his varied career in the hospitality industry, starting out as a chef for council functions. After 16 years at the helm of pubs across Chester, Wrexham and Stoke, he gave up cheffing to work at franchises of Subway and Starbucks across the region.

Our new Catering Manager sought out the job at Derian House after a desire to make a return to cooking. The opportunity came up, he gave it a whirl – and here he is today.

During his first month with us, Adam has loved trying out new things. He’s excited about using his expertise to enhance our dining experience here at the hospice… and we think you’ll all agree that he’s doing an excellent job!

Outside of work, Adam’s main focuses are three things – football, the allotment, and his three-year-old grandson Noah. He’s a diehard Tranmere Rovers fan – but only because he wasn’t allowed anywhere near Liverpool or Everton as a kid!

FUN FACT: Adam has met lots of ministers in his working life… and even the Queen of England!

Angela Bolton – Performance & Data Lead

Angela joins the team after a whopping 32 years with the NHS, where she spent a large part of her career as a paediatric therapist. Whilst she was there, she earned a Masters degree in Health Informatics, after taking an interest in how data can improve services.

Our new Queen of Data (unofficial title!) actually saw the Derian House job advertisement on her birthday, and it ticked every single box – not only was it the first job she’d seen where she could apply herself to every aspect of the role, but she also sought a rewarding job where she would be valued.

Angela is most looking forward to starting a totally different adventure outside of the NHS, and knowing that she’s doing it for such a good cause. Making a difference to a local charity is extremely important to her, and being a part of a dedicated team.

When she’s not at work, Angela is dog mum to 18-month-old Bordie Collie, Jess, and absolutely loved taking her for walks. Her three boys have all recently moved out, so she’s turning one of the bedrooms in her home into a sewing room – where she’ll probably be spending most of her free time!

FUN FACT: Angela is also mum to a talking African Grey parrot called Rica!