VERCELLI - Key Persons


Alison Armstrong

Job Titles:
  • Finance Manager
  • Partner
Ali deals with all financial matters for Vercelli, ensuring everything runs smoothly. Although Ali works behind the scenes, she is always best dressed. Ali is well known to all Vercelli clients, as she deals with local businesses frequently. She can often be found outside of the office enjoying our live music & Prosecco on a Saturday evening.

Bethany Cowan

Bethany works closely with Susan, overseeing bookings and assisting with staff training. Bethany joined the team during the pandemic, in May 2021, and has flourished under the pressure. Despite no previous managerial experience, Bethany has taken to her role 'like a duck to water' and now is a key member of the team, ensuring we maintain our high standards.

Jordan Dodwell

Job Titles:
  • Executive Chef
  • Partner
Jordan has spent the last ten years in the kitchen at Vercelli, joining after he left school, prior to him and his family taking over the business. His experience can be reflected by the level of success at Vercelli. Although Jordan oversees all the business' in our portfolio, he still likes to spend the majority of his time in the kitchen 'where his heart belongs'.

Lewis Twizel

Similar to Scott, lewis has worked his way up the ladder in Vercelli. He started as a kitchen porter while still at school and now works very closely with Jordan & Scott to maintain our high quality food. Nothing is ever too much trouble for Lewis and you rarely see the stress and pressure of hospitality effect him.

Scott Guyatt

Job Titles:
  • Head Chef
Scott worked his way from the bottom to the top under Jordans guidance, after joining Vercelli 6 years ago. He gained promotion to Head Chef in January 2020, only a few months before the pandemic started, meaning it has added plenty of extra obstacles for him to overcome on his journey running the kitchen. However, Scott takes great pride in his role and always makes sure he's first in and last out of the kitchen.

Susan Dodwell

When the family took over the business, Sue made a big step from working in a Cafe to running front of house at Vercelli. Sue has set a great example for all staff that have been lucky enough to work under her supervision over the years. Her mannerisms rub off ensuring all the staff are constantly providing exceptional service. Sue is always happy to help and loves a good chat with customers.