Modern universities are more than just centres of learning and research. They are vibrant, extensive communities in their own right, comprising thousands if not tens of thousands of students and staff all working and studying together on campuses that resemble decent sized villages in their size and the amenities available. In providing those amenities, modern universities are … [Read more...]
ACE Robyns Award 2019 winner announced
The Association of Catering Excellence announced the winner of the 2019 ACE Robyns Award at its annual summer party held at Kings Place, London last night. Rebecca Armstrong, Operations Manager for The Genuine Dining Company was declared the overall winner in front of over 200 hospitality guests.She has responsibility for 8 sites around London, training and developing … [Read more...]
Compass, quietly, acquires Dine Contract Catering
On 16th May 2019 Compass Group, UK and Ireland Limited filed with Companies House that they had acquired 75% or more of the shares of Dine Contract Catering. On the same day and since that day, Companies House have been further notified of a number of other changes to Dine Contract Catering being made to restructure the business in line with its new ownership and … [Read more...]
Bartlett Mitchell team up with Andrew Dargue to further develop plant-based cuisine
Bartlett Mitchell has announced a new partnership with top vegetarian and vegan chef Andrew Dargue of restaurant Vanilla Black. In his new role as consultant chef, Dargue will provide chef training, masterclasses and events for BM customers and pioneer chef tables and pop-ups featuring his innovative blend of plant-based cuisine. The collaboration supports the … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey and Pearson Business School launch a new degree apprenticeship scheme
BaxterStorey has partnered with Pearson Business School to launch a new degree apprenticeship scheme.BaxterStorey employs more than 8,500 people at over 700 locations and their heritage is built on the culinary expertise, professional training and development of people.From Chef's, Baristas and Service Academies, BaxterStorey provide focused and dedicated … [Read more...]
Sodexo awarded new £100 million contract extension
The Yorkshire County Cricket Club and Leeds Cricket, Football and Athletics has awarded a 15 year contract to Sodexo worth more than £100 million, extending the current contact that has been in place for eight years.A full-time team of 14 and more than 1,000 temporary staff will provide catering and hospitality services for all matches at the stadium including Super League, … [Read more...]
Charlton Athletic award three-year catering contract to Creativevents
Creativevents have been announced as Charlton Athletic Football Club’s sole catering provider. The three-year contract covers all catering from corporate fine dining to retail kiosks for the 27,000-capacity stadium.Following a competitive tender process, Creativevents is now the sole provider of all catering and hospitality for the Championship football club, for both match … [Read more...]
Elior UK to roll out online pizza delivery service following university and naval base trials
Elior UK has launched an online and on-site pizza delivery service at the University of Roehampton and Her Majesty’s Naval Base Portsmouth. After a successful trial, the service will also be rolled out to further UK universities and B&I sites.The new service is called CHEATAH and delivers a range of fresh dough pizzas, sides, dips, desserts and drinks … [Read more...]
Eat to the Beat fuel production and performers at 75th anniversary of D-Day event
Earlier this month, Her Majesty the Queen, Prime Minister Theresa May and President Donald Trump led tributes at the UK’s National Commemorative Event that marked the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings and the Battle of Normandy.More than 300 veterans, members of the royal family, heads of state and 3,000 distinguished guests gathered on Portsmouth’s Southsea … [Read more...]
Smart technology helps Sodexo win eight-year deal with Swansea City
Sodexo has won the exclusive catering contract at the Liberty Stadium for Swansea City and The Ospreys. The eight year contract starts in June 2019 and will see Sodexo providing catering on event days throughout the stadium in all Lounges and general admission areas.Sodexo will invest in new digital screens and a stadium wide EPOS system to support speed of service in the … [Read more...]
The shortlist for the ACE Robyns Award 2019 announced
The Association of Catering Excellence (ACE) has announced the shortlist for the ACE Robyns Award, sponsored by Troika. Judges who included Gaye Bullard (ACE Chair), Sue Thompson (ACE Vice-Chair) and Suzie Boyd (Troika) as well as Tim Jones (Chair of CH&CO), deliberated over the entries to come up with the shortlist of 14. They will be invited to attend the … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey and City of Glasgow College receive Sustainable Business Award
BaxterStorey Scotland has been awarded the Sustainable Business Award at the CIS Excellence Awards, in partnership with City of Glasgow College. The winners were announced at a black-tie dinner and ceremony hosted at Doubletree Hilton in Glasgow.The Sustainable Business Award rewards caterers that have excelled in the reduction of their environmental impact through the … [Read more...]
CH&CO and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew open a new dining experience for visitors
Following an ambitious two-year redevelopment, CH&CO Destinations and Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew have opened a new dining experience for visitors to the world-famous botanic gardens, the Pavilion Bar and Grill.Located on the site of the old Pavilion Restaurant, this exciting new eatery offers visitors an all year-round immersive dining experience.Situated near the … [Read more...]
Nineteen BaxterStorey graduates secure managerial roles within the business
For the third consecutive year, hospitality provider BaxterStorey has seen nineteen graduates complete its award-winning nine-month graduate training programme, with all securing managerial roles across the business. Nineteen talented individuals aged between 22 and 25 graduated from the nine-month programme which consists of modules exposing them to the varying … [Read more...]
