Agnieszka or Aga as we like to call her comes with top credentials having worked at several Michelin starred restaurants, including The Vineyard in Berkshire. Aga is our floor manager and also Steven's partner which means that the front and back of house run with complete synergy.

After 25 years in the trade, local girl Mandy returned to the area after spending 15 years with Marco Pierre White. With time spent at Pennyhill Park, Northcote Manor, and also 'Le Souffle' restaurant at The Intercontinental with the late, great Peter Kromberg, Mandy found her way to Wiswell to help continue the progression of The Freemasons’ kitchen.

After serving a three-year apprenticeship at Northcote, and moving on to work for Shire Inns and then Heathcotes, Matthew arrived at Freemasons in early 2010 as senior chef de partie. His ability to produce consistent results under pressure prompted Steven to promote Matthew to Sous Chef and now Senior Sous Chef. He was chosen as one of the Lancashire Tourist Board’s HotShots for 2011.

After studying history at Manchester University and working part time in local establishments, Erica decided that this was the profession for her. After 18 months Erica was promoted to head waitress.

Becci is the friendly face of Freemasons at Wiswell. A resident of the village, Becci was part of the original new team at Freemasons and makes a welcome return to the fold after working in other local food establishments.