Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sodexo UK & Ireland has announced the appointment of Ming Lai as CEO for premium food, supporting its ambition to become the market leader in the food and support services in the UK and Ireland. In this new role Ming will have executive responsibility for The Good Eating Company and Fooditude and will work closely with Sodexo’s … [Read more...]
The Signet Library Extends Long-Standing Partnership with Heritage Portfolio with 12-Year Contract
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Heritage Portfolio, part of Sodexo Live! today announces the extension of its long-standing partnership with The Signet Library, owned by the WS Society, for a further 12 years, marking a significant reaffirmation of the trust and shared ambition that has defined the relationship for more than 25 years. The new contract includes … [Read more...]
Royal International Air Tattoo Welcomes Freemans Event Partners as Exclusive Public Food & Drink Partner
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services The Royal International Air Tattoo has teamed up with fellow Gloucestershire business Freemans Event Partners to provide catering at the iconic aviation showcase. Less than 30 miles separates RAF Fairford, home of RIAT since 1985, and Freemans Event Partners’ Head Office in Gloucester. However, when Stephen Senior and Karen … [Read more...]
Sodexo and The Aurora Group Celebrate Decade of Supporting SEND Students Into Hospitality Careers
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sodexo UK & Ireland and The Aurora Group, one of the UK’s leading independent providers of education, care and support services for children and young people with additional needs, are celebrating ten years of collaboration focused on empowering young people to create meaningful opportunities that go far beyond the classroom - … [Read more...]
Restaurant Associates Launches New Culinary Partnership with Saran Avinash Rajinikanth, Bringing Authentic South Indian Flavours to the Table
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Restaurant Associates is adding vibrant new layers to its casual dining offer with the launch of an exciting culinary partnership with chef Saran Avinash Rajinikanth, who is sharing his treasured family recipes and authentic flavours from Southern India. Passionate about preserving and celebrating his culinary roots, Saran has … [Read more...]
Swizzels Matlow Ltd Retains Sodexo to Deliver Food Services at Derbyshire Sweet Factory
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Sodexo UK & Ireland will continue to deliver the food services at the home of one of the UK’s best-loved confectioners, Swizzels Matlow Ltd, following the announcement of a new three-year contract valued in the region of £1 million. Sodexo has been delivering food services at the Swizzels factory since 2011. The new contract … [Read more...]
November 2025 Catering Industry Highlights
November 2025 showcased significant momentum across the contract catering, foodservice, and institutional hospitality sectors, with the month marked by strategic appointments, major contract wins, impactful partnerships, and forward-looking industry initiatives. Leading operators such as BaxterStorey, Compass Group, Sodexo, and Wilson Vale advanced their organisational … [Read more...]
Vacherin Marks 10-Year Partnership with Luminary Charity and Luminary Bakery
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Vacherin has capped off a landmark year in its partnership with the Luminary Charity and Luminary Bakery by conquering the Three Peaks Challenge. 40 team members from the sites and offices of London’s specialist caterer successfully scaled the three highest peaks of Scotland, England and Wales within 24 hours and raised an … [Read more...]
Olive Dining Highly Commended for Lloyds British Business Excellence Award
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Family-run school caterer Olive Dining is thrilled to have been highly commended for the Mid-Market Business of the Year Award at this year’s Lloyds British Business Excellence Awards. Olive Dining was founded by Stephanie Spratt and Chris Whitter in 2010 to provide a bespoke catering service to both primary and secondary schools … [Read more...]
Restaurant Associates Partners with Acclaimed Chef Ollie Dabbous
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Restaurant Associates has joined forces with Ollie Dabbous, the acclaimed London chef, Michelin-starred restaurateur and publisher. Together they will infuse menus with inspiration drawn from his remarkable culinary career; from co-founding and leading Hide in Piccadilly to earning Michelin acclaim in the first six months of opening … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey Celebrates Graduation of 20 Colleagues from Service Academy
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services BaxterStorey has marked the graduation of 20 colleagues from its reimagined Service Academy, following a ceremony held for learners representing locations across the UK. The Academy, which supports front-of-house teams, has been redesigned to make the programme more inclusive and accessible. Previously delivered in high-end … [Read more...]
Ultimate and Create Celebrate a Successful London Venue and Catering Awards 2025
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services CH&CO’s events production and catering businesses Ultimate and Create are celebrating success at The London Venue and Catering Awards 2025 as both hosts and winners of the dynamic event that recognises and rewards outstanding achievement in London-based venues and catering companies. Partnering with Global Conference Network, … [Read more...]
BaxterStorey Achieves Gold Standard Accreditation for Learning Excellence
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Hospitality business BaxterStorey has achieved Gold Standard Accreditation from the Learning Performance Institute (LPI), recognising excellence in workplace learning strategy, delivery, and impact. The accreditation follows a rigorous assessment across six modules, measuring areas such as strategic alignment, learner experience, … [Read more...]
Compass ‘Ignites’ Leadership Development with Bespoke Talent Programme
Catering News is sponsored by Two Services Compass Group UK & Ireland has launched Ignite your Potential, a new talent programme for high-potential managers. Developed with ioda, the programme focuses on human-centred leadership, helping participants lead with purpose, empathy and authenticity. 60 managers from across the business have joined the first cohort, … [Read more...]
Juniper Kicks Off New Contract With Mayflower Federation Schools With Launch of Juniper Club Branding
New contract, new look: a fresh approach to school dining where food, fun and learning come together. Juniper has unveiled its new Juniper Club identity, bringing colour, creativity and positive food messaging to primary school dining halls. The company secured a 3 year contract with the Mayflower Federation in November to provide catering services across its two schools - … [Read more...]
