'Massive chef shortage' on the Island

Eateries closing on several days due to lack of staff

There's a 'massive chef shortage' on the Isle of Man, according to the chairman of the Jaks group. 

Earlier this week, the company announced its Douglas eatery will stop serving food during lunchtimes from Monday to Thursday and the Ramsey branch will close two days a week. 

Andrew Gibbs told Manx Radio the company has lost a few chefs over the months and have found it hard to replace them.

He says restrictions on advertising such roles off Island have slowed the process.

He explained more to Chanelle Sukhoo:

The Department for Enterprise has been invited to respond to Mr Gibbs' concerns.

Tourists often rely on eateries when visiting the Island.

Ged Power is a tourism professional, and says certain times of the week can be very difficult for visitors.

He told Andy Wint he'd like to see more done to support careers in the hospitality sector:

The Isle of Man Government and University College Isle of Man have been contacted for comment.