Psalter Hotel: New operator Tom Lawson of Rafters reveals future for pub at "re-imagined" venue

Tom Lawson is on an “incredible journey” after taking on the Psalter Hotel on Psalter Lane, aiming to turn it into a foodie paradise.

The chef made his name at Rafters, one of Sheffield’s best restaurants, with business partner Alistair Myers.

Now he is “re-imagining” the 21-bed hotel on Psalter Lane with a new restaurant, a “proper” kitchen and up to 50 jobs - including kitchen staff, front of house, housekeepers, receptionists, bar tenders, baristas and night porters.

He said the centre of the building would no longer be a pub in the traditional sense but would be a bar are offering food and drink for people to turn up, “no reservations required.”

The art gallery to the left would be converted into a dedicated dining area, he added.

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The venue would also be child friendly and they would be working with Sheffield firm Bullion Chocolate to “make the most amazing hot chocolates,” he added.

Tom said: “Email [email protected] with your CV and a letter stating which role you would prefer and how many hours you are looking for.”

Last week he announced he was leaving the award-winning Rafters team to take on the new challenge. The Psalter Hotel is set to reopen in August.