Meet the Team
The Brasserie’s core is the students – it is their restaurant. Each service is staffed by MK College trainee chefs and servers growing their passion and skills in the industry. Some students can spend up to three years working in the restaurant, moving up the ranks.
Meet our passionate Milton Keynes College team at The Brasserie…
Gianluca Grasso – Chef Assessor
Hi, I’m Gianluca, and I run The Brasserie at MK College.
I’m passionate about great food, hospitality, and giving students real experience in a professional kitchen environment. I love creating modern dishes, running events, and helping students build confidence and skills that prepare them for the industry (usually with minimal stress and only a small amount of shouting).
No two days in The Brasserie are ever the same – one day we’re serving restaurant-style dishes, the next we’re catering large events, teaching students how to survive a busy lunch service, or trying to work out why someone’s hollandaise has split five minutes before service.
Outside of work, I’m usually planning the next menu, talking about food when I should probably switch off, or wondering why I chose a career where everyone suddenly gets hungry at the exact same time.
Corina-Madalina Nina – Front of House Assessor
I began my journey in hospitality over twelve years ago, and I’ve loved every moment of working in such a people-focused industry.
I am particularly passionate about training and supporting others, helping them grow in confidence and develop their skills. Making a positive impact on each individual’s journey through teaching, guidance, and encouragement is something I truly value.
I joined The Brasserie at MKC in 2023, where I enjoy working closely with students and being part of their progression into the industry.
I thrive on creating memorable experiences for guests, ensuring everyone feels welcomed, looked after, and leaves having had the best possible time.
Richie Carter – Apprenticeships – Workplace Trainer: Commis Chef
I joined the Royal Air Force as a chef in 1989 after completing my Professional Cookery qualifications at Guildford College. During 22 years of service, I worked across a number of RAF stations in the UK and overseas, including deployments to Kosovo, Norway, Italy and the Falkland Islands, and was awarded the Long Service and Good Conduct Medal in 2005.
In my final RAF role at Halton, I worked as a Chef Instructor and assessor for Catering Apprenticeships. After leaving the RAF, I taught Professional Cookery and Barista skills at HMP Springhill before moving into further education roles at Aylesbury College and Milton Keynes College.
I am passionate about sharing my industry knowledge and military experience to help students develop professionally, grow in confidence and progress into successful careers.
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