Meet the Woodspeen Team

Alessandro Fasoli MCA is the Managing Director of WSH Restaurants. Originally from Verona, Italy, Alex has built an extraordinary career in some of the world’s most iconic and prestigious establishments – including The Ritz London and Cliveden House – where excellence in service is paramount.

His journey also includes time at the two Michelin-starred restaurant The Vineyard, where he worked under the guidance of Sir Peter Michael. In 2014, Alex launched The Woodspeen from the ground up, marking the beginning of a series of acclaimed venues. He went on to open The Clockspire, The Boxford, The Braywood, and 74 Charlotte Street in Fitzrovia.

Alex has been mentored by some of the most respected figures in the industry, including Diego Masciaga MCA. Together, they launched the WSH Service Academy in 2018 – the first of its kind – with the aim of inspiring and elevating service standards across the hospitality sector.

A passionate mentor and leader, Alex is committed to nurturing talent and delivering service at the very highest level. His contributions have been recognised with numerous accolades, most notably the Master of Culinary Arts awarded by the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts in 2017 – the UK’s highest honour in culinary and hospitality excellence. He now serves as a lead judge for the award.

Born and raised in Naples, Rosario studied hospitality management before embarking on a stellar career across multiple European countries.  Experience garnered at prestigious properties including The Ritz, Taj Hotels, Suvretta House (Switzerland), and Nassauer-Hof Hotel (Germany) means you can be sure of the very finest hospitality.

Nunzio began his career in Sicily and honed his skills across Europe before joining The Woodspeen team in 2019. With an extensive background in mixology and bartending, he’ll be first to offer you a drink, served with the warmest of welcomes.

Head Chef James Freeman:
A seasoned head chef with over 15 years of progressive experience in Michelin-starred and multi-rosette kitchens, James has built a reputation for delivering refined, ingredient-led cuisine rooted in British and European traditions. Having led both intimate fine dining establishments and larger brasserie-style operations, he brings a unique blend of technical precision, creative flair, and operational leadership. His track record includes crafting ever-evolving menus, and managing high-performing brigades across diverse culinary settings. James’s dedication to excellence, local sourcing, and team mentorship defines his dynamic approach in the kitchen here at The Woodspeen.