Seal joins Elior from SSP Group where she was UK & Ireland commercial director, responsible for developing strategic partnerships and bringing new products to market.
Catherine Roe, chief executive Elior UK, said: “As we enter a new era for hospitality, we are working hard to drive transformation and develop products and services that are attractive to our both our existing and potential clients and customers. Michal’s commercial insight and experience makes her an invaluable addition to the Elior UK board.
“With the changing nature of work and ‘new normal’ developing it is vital that we continue to communicate with our clients, customers, colleagues and wider stakeholders so they understand the steps we are taking to support them. Michal will have a crucial role to play in leading this activity.”
Elior operates catering contracts across care home, defence and the education sectors.
Seal added: “I am thrilled to be joining such a people-centric organisation and looking forward to building on the excellent food credentials within the business as it renews its focus on innovation.
“There is huge scope to bring my commercial experience, particularly around leveraging technology in the industry to support Elior in future proofing the business as consumer behaviour evolves.”