Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Social Bite has partnered with BaxterStorey to launch a pioneering new initiative to help revolutionise the access people who have experienced homelessness have to job opportunities across the UK. Through its new ‘Jobs First’ programme, Social Bite will work directly with BaxterStorey and some of the UK’s biggest employers to help … [Read more...]
Thomas Franks launch in London
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Independent contract catering company Thomas Franks has issued a vote of confidence in City-based corporates embracing post-Covid office life, with the launch of a new London-based division – Thomas Franks London. The new London-based outpost of the successful Thomas Franks Collection will now be providing corporate customers, … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey get festive with Beyond Food Foundation
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services BaxterStorey, the UK’s largest independent foodservice company, has today launched a new range of festive sandwiches, with some proceeds going to the Beyond Food Foundation (BFF). Developed as part of the company’s ‘Society’ range, 10% of sales generated from the ‘Festive Turkey’ and ‘Cheeseboard Bloomer’ sandwiches will be donated … [Read more...]
Bartlett Mitchell supports Soppexcca in building factory
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Bartlett Mitchell, one of the UK’s leading independent caterers, has raised over $10,000 to enable Nicaraguan coffee co-operative, Soppexcca, to build a new biscuit factory. To supplement their income, especially during the months between coffee harvests, the temporary seasonal worker (all women) employed at Soppexcca´s drymill … [Read more...]
Compass Group ESS announce partnership with Incredible Edible
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services ESS, the Defence, Energy and Government Services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland, has announced a partnership with Incredible Edible – a network of 6,000+ volunteers who grow healthy food for their communities on disused plots of land in over 150 locations across the UK and globally. ESS will work with Incredible Edible to … [Read more...]
Compass adopts electric vehicle policy
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Compass Group UK & Ireland has announced adopting a 100% electric car policy for all new fleet cars with over 500 employees given the opportunity to order an electric vehicle (EV) by the end of the year. This move follows the organisation’s commitment to reach Climate Net Zero by 2030, which saw it publish Our Climate Promise … [Read more...]
New nutritional menu for thousands of NHS patients
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Compass Group's Steamplicity has launched its Autumn/Winter menu, bringing a range of new dishes to thousands of patients across the UK, with a focus on plant forward options. Steamplicity meals, created by development chefs and nutritionists, are served at over 20 NHS Trusts throughout the UK. Steamplicity uses a unique steam … [Read more...]
Clare Clark joins CH&CO to deliver bold CSR strategy
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services CH&CO has appointed a Sustainability Business Partner to deliver its bold CSR strategy across the whole group and support the sustainability aspirations of its clients. Clare Clark is responsible for upholding and driving forward CH&CO’s sustainability commitments, which have already earned the diverse catering and … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey hires first Food Data and Nutrition Manager
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services BaxterStorey, has reaffirmed its commitment to creating fresh, locally sourced and nutritious food, by hiring its first ever Food Data and Nutrition Manager, Lizzie Hennig. The brand-new role will see Lizzie working closely with BaxterStorey’s creative chef teams, front-of-house colleagues, and operations to ensure they are … [Read more...]
Pupils help design 49 new dining halls
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sodexo has transformed the dining halls of 49 Oasis Academy schools with the help of the academy pupils. An important ingredient in Sodexo’s Food & Co offer for schools is the recruitment of Agents for Change at each individual school. The Agents are the crucial link between Sodexo and its customers, providing valuable feedback … [Read more...]
Dublin Airport begins first phase of food & beverage transformation
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services SSP will operate 24 food and beverage outlets at Dublin Airport and will work with Irish brands such as The White Hag, Hugh Maguire - The Smokin’ Butcher, Teeling Whiskey and McCloskey’s Bakery. This exciting transformation plan will bring passengers an entirely new food and beverage experience, ensuring that there’s something for … [Read more...]
Manchester International Festival seeks F&B operators for The Factory
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Manchester International Festival (MIF) has today launched an invitation to tender for food and beverage operators for The Factory – the landmark new cultural destination currently being built in the heart of the city. At 13,300 sq m, The Factory’s unique, ultra-flexible spaces will host an ambitious year-round programme of … [Read more...]
Holroyd Howe appoints new Managing Director
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Holroyd Howe, part of WSH has appointed Lucy Knowles as Managing Director. Starting the position in the new year, Lucy succeeds Ronan Harte who was recently appointed as Chief Executive BaxterStorey. Lucy joins Holroyd Howe with 20 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and is looking forward to building on the existing … [Read more...]
Seven Sodexo employee finalists at 2021 Ex-Forces in Business awards
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services A team of seven Sodexo employees have reached the final stages of the prestigious British Ex-Forces in Business Awards, the world’s largest celebration of former military personnel who have transitioned and are excelling in their second careers as part of the wider UK workforce. Sodexo was an early signatory of the Armed Forces … [Read more...]
Gather & Gather opens the first brew bar at a London university
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Gather & Gather has brought the craft of specialty coffee to University College London in the form of a new Brew Bar – the first at a university in London. The unique space at UCL’s faculty of the built environment, The Bartlett offers UCL students, employees and visitors a choice of ‘pour over’ brew methods. It also … [Read more...]
