A local authority investigation has been launched into food safety at a Soho House members' club in Hackney after a former chef approached Hackney Council, the club confirmed in a report.
According to the account, the chef initially raised concerns with the venue's management before taking the matter to the council. The nature of the alleged food-safety issues has not been made public.
Investigations by local councils typically seek to establish whether premises are complying with legal food hygiene and safety requirements, and may involve inspections and reviews of kitchen practices. It has not been disclosed what specific steps Hackney Council has taken or what stage the inquiry has reached.
Soho House operates a network of private members' venues. It was not immediately clear whether the club or the council had issued further public statements about the investigation. The matter remains under review.