Ian Nagelson (L) and Sean Collins, owners of Mise en Place, recently were awarded the contract for the government schools catering service. Samples of the school lunches were featured at the Business After Hours.

Over 300 Chamber of Commerce’s members attended last week’s Business After Hours hosted by catering firm Mise en Place at Red Gate Warehouse Park in George Town, according to the Chamber.
Business After Hours is one of the Chamber’s most popular networking and social events for its members.

New Christmas menu items and signature hors d’oeuvres were served by Mise en Place staff whilst guests were able to sample offerings from Gino’s Pizzeria and the School Catering Service stations set up especially for the event.

Chamber President-Elect Eddie Thompson spoke at the event and congratulated owners Sean Collins and Ian Nagelson on their successful business. He noted how fitting it was for them to host a networking event after attending a similar event.

The team of Mise en Place received a resounding applause when Mr Thompson recalled their noble efforts after Hurricane Ivan in 2004, when they provided over 1,500 meals a day to various government and public workers.

“It was heart-warming to see and hear the appreciation of the members when I mentioned their [Mise en Place’s] involvement after Ivan. Even four years down the road, people still remember the hardships that we faced and can recognize the mammoth task that Sean and Ian took upon themselves,” said Mr Thompson.

Chef and owner Sean Collins spoke briefly on behalf of his business partner and their team. The company has expanded in the past six years to a staff of 30 and a fleet of 12 vehicles.

“When we first moved to Red Gate [Warehouse Park] we needed only one warehouse. Now it seems we’re acquiring one every two years,” Mr Collins said.

For more information about how a business can host a Business After Hours, contact Joanne Diaz-Berry, Programmes and Events Manager, by email joanne.berry@caymanchamber.ky