Tributes paid to much-loved Northamptonshire village pub chef after death from rare cancer
“He has transformed the pub into his vision and raised the standard of food and service into the success we are today” - The Fox and Hounds
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a much-loved chef and pub manager who has died following a short battle with a rare and aggressive cancer.
Matthew, known as Matt, was the general manager and head chef at The Fox and Hounds in Whittlebury, where he had worked since 2018.
He initially joined as head chef before quickly being promoted to general manager, helping transform the village pub and build its reputation for food and service.
Announcing his death, a spokesperson for the pub said on social media: “Matt was General Manager, Head Chef and the brains, heart and soul of the pub.
“He has transformed the pub into his vision and raised the standard of food and service into the success we are today.”
The tribute described Matt as a loving husband, father and friend who would be dearly missed.
Staff have pledged to maintain the high standards he established in his honour.
The pub will close on Tuesday, November 24, for a celebration of Matt's life, beginning at 3pm.
Friends, customers and members of the community are invited to attend and raise a glass in his memory.