As Sodexo enters its 60th year, the business is sharpening its focus on what has always been at its heart: food, culinary expertise and the people behind it. Across the UK and Ireland, Sodexo’s senior chefs are coming together with ...
Read More »Aramark research examines how Gen Z are influencing military catering
Aramark UK has released Feeding the Future Forces, a new white paper examining how the priorities of Generation Z are influencing the future of foodservice across the UK Armed Forces. Drawing on insight from over 200 military personnel, primarily aged ...
Read More »Sodexo partners with EAT to promote healthy and sustainable eating
Sodexo and EAT have teamed up to form a new strategic partnership to advance healthier and more sustainable eating habits. As EAT’s exclusive partner from the food service industry, Sodexo will bring its global expertise to translate cutting-edge science into ...
Read More »Compass One powering sustainability from the frontline
Compass One, which brings together the specialist expertise of Compass Group UK & Ireland’s ESS, Healthcare and One Retail sectors, has introduced the ‘Future Food’ sustainability engagement programme. Developed specifically for frontline colleagues, Future Food aims to drive the knowledge ...
Read More »MD hire for Aramark UK’s new sports and entertainment arm
Daniel Clark has been appointed as Managing Director of Aramark UK’s newly established Sports & Entertainment division. Clark, previously the Global Account Director for Aramark’s Merlin Entertainments business, has successfully led foodservice operations for world-renowned attractions including LEGOLAND®, Chessington World ...
Read More »Aston Villa extends partnership deal with Levy UK + Ireland
Premier League club Aston Villa has extended its long-standing partnership with Levy UK + Ireland, the sports and entertainment arm of food services business, Compass Group UK & Ireland. The 10-year contract extension builds on a collaboration between Aston Villa ...
Read More »Navigating rising cost challenges in the foodservice and hospitality sectors
According to the latest Contract Catering Tracker from CGA by NIQ and Bidfood, changes to employer NIC contributions which are due to rise this April could intensify cost challenges. How is the foodservice and hospitality sector preparing to meet these ...
Read More »Sodexo research finds consumers value sustainable food, but barriers still remain
The results of Sodexo UK and Ireland’s second annual Sustainable Food Barometer reveal UK consumers want nutritious, sustainable meals that protect the planet without compromising on taste or affordability. This says Sodexo, presents a significant opportunity for foodservice providers, manufacturers, ...
Read More »Foodbuy expands to create largest GPO in the UK
Compass Group UK & Ireland’s procurement arm, Foodbuy, has expanded to form the industry’s largest group purchasing organisation (GPO) – Foodbuy Group (UK & I). With a combined purchasing power of over £2 billionn across 70+ categories, Foodbuy Group creates ...
Read More »Solid first half performance for Sodexo
Sodexo’s results for first half Fiscal 2024 show consolidated revenues were at 12.1 billion euros, up +4.5% year-on-year. Group organic revenue growth was +8.5%, with the most significant drivers continuing to be increased attendance, new business and pricing. Food services ...
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