Autogrill Catering UK, operated by HMSHost International, a world leader in operating food and beverage concessions in airports, is taking significant steps in concept innovation and expansion at travel venues in the United Kingdom. Eight food &beverage locations will be opened on the UK and French sides of Eurotunnel. Additional HMSHost will operate seven new outlets at … [Read more...]
First-time hospitality managers to receive extra support
The People 1st Training Company has launched a new training programme to support junior managers who are taking the first step up from team member to manager. Over four days of training, the Management 1st programme helps managers get to grips with the basics of managing a team – from coaching and communication skills to presentation techniques, effective listening, and … [Read more...]
Food costs for October
Top News The major changes in price this month all relate to fresh produce. Melon prices have all increased this month, with oranges and melons really pushing prices up, with an increase of (+101.25%). Gala melons also significantly increased in price (+82.14%). The price of honeydew melons (+10.95%) and watermelons (+20%) also rose across September, but not as steeply as the … [Read more...]
Good hospital food needn’t cost more
Figures released from the Health and Social Care Information Centre reveal that spending on patient food varies widely between hospitals – with the cost of patient food per day ranging widely - from as little as £2.55 up to £31.00. Here, the Soil Association points to examples where the Food for Life catering Mark has contributed to lower than average spend and high quality … [Read more...]
Compass opens its 50th Costa in Moorfields Eye Hospital
Costa, the UK’s largest and fastest growing coffee shop brand, has opened its 50th corporate franchise store in London’s Moorfields Eye Hospital with partner Compass Group UK & Ireland. The store opened on World Sight Day, 10 October, and the day’s takings will be donated to Moorfields Eye Charity. Started with Ealing Hospital in 2008 The partnership between Costa and … [Read more...]