Charlie Bigham's | B Corp

✨ Celebrating Extraordinary at our Annual Compass Day! ✨ We’re thrilled to share the winners of our Compass Day Awards - recognising outstanding achievements and the values that drive our business forward at Charlie Bigham’s.   🏅 Newcomer of the Year – Jonathan Simpson Jonathan joined us in 2024 and has made an incredible impact, truly embodying Bigham’s values from day one. His dedication to both quality and operations has been remarkable. Jonathan’s work on a new database has given us a powerful tool for continuous improvement. 🌟 Unsung Hero – Alex Hurry Alex does one of those critical jobs that often go unnoticed but is essential to our success. His collaborative work on forecast accuracy is a backbone for our service levels, ensuring smooth operations every day. Thank you, Alex, for your dedication and commitment! 🍲 Passion for Food – Paulina Czuba Paulina’s enthusiasm for food shines through in all she does! Her knowledge and commitment have been instrumental in protecting quality and supporting recipe adjustments. With a relentless focus on quality and by leading food training, Paulina’s passion and warmth make her a true asset. Working with her is a pleasure for us all! 💡 Made Things Better – James Howell James continually challenges us to think, “how can we make it better?” His Continuous Improvement initiatives have driven significant improvements in FY24, reducing edible food waste and achieving £1m+ benefits through yield projects. James’ pragmatic approach and unwavering dedication have been game-changers! 💪 Bravery – Peeriya Lam FIFST Peeriya exemplifies bravery, never hesitating to speak up for what’s right. Her commitment to our values and food safety standards inspires us all to strive for excellence. Her courage and honesty set a powerful example, and we’re grateful for her unwavering leadership. 🌟 A huge congratulations to Matthew Hill, our General Manager at our Quarry Kitchen, for being recognised as Employee of the Year  Over the past two years, Matt’s exceptional leadership has been the driving force behind Quarry’s impressive performance improvements. With his vision, resilience, and dedication to Bigham’s values, he’s inspired the team to reach new levels of success and consistency across the board.👏   🌟 Team of the Year! 🌟 A huge congratulations to the cross-functional team here at Bigham’s, named Team of the Year. This dedicated group from across our support and Kitchen teams has worked tirelessly on Project Integr8, delivering an incredible transformation of our ERP platform. A well-deserved award, with special thanks to Sarah Elliott, our Change and Programme Manager, who accepted it on behalf of the team. Well done everyone, a truly business wide collaborative effort! 🎉👏   A heartfelt congratulations to all our winners and nominees! Each of you has made a lasting impact, and we’re excited to see where your journey with Charlie Bigham’s will take us in the coming year. 👏👏 #charliebighams

Charlie Bighams proud sponsors of Wells Food Festival and book signings with Charlie!

In preparation for Wells Eco Week: 11th-20th October, we were delighted to welcome Denise Denis and Madeleine Milnes from the Wells Eco Network to our Quarry Kitchen, Wells, Somerset. Together, we discussed our sustainability initiatives and the steps we’ve taken to reduce the environmental impact of our operations.   It was fantastic to receive positive recognition from Denise and Madeleine for our efforts and we’re excited to contribute towards the Wells Eco Campaign whilst continuing to make progress toward a more sustainable future.   We believe Denise and Madeleine's incredible work orchestrating the Wells Eco Week events will educate and inspire the local community on how they can adopt more sustainable habits and contribute to a healthier, greener world. #wellseconetwork #sustainability #charliebighams #wellsecoweek

Join Us for Wells Eco Week – A Celebration of Sustainability! We’re thrilled to announce our sponsorship of Wells Eco Week - a fantastic initiative dedicated to raising awareness, promoting sustainable practices, and celebrating the incredible efforts of our community towards environmental preservation. Climate change is one of the biggest challenges of our time, and together, we can make a difference! By getting involved in the events during Wells Eco Week, you’ll not only gain valuable insights into sustainable living but also discover actions to reduce your carbon footprint and help protect our planet for future generations. What’s happening? Throughout the week, there will be a series of engaging events, workshops, and activities for all ages, focused on sustainability and environmental stewardship. It’s a unique opportunity to learn, connect with like-minded individuals, and become part of a movement that truly matters.  An event which we are particularly excited about is the "Farms, Floods, and Food" event, which will explore how climate change is impacting agriculture, local food systems, and the way we grow and consume food.  Experts in farming and environmental science will discuss: Flood Resilience: How farmers are adapting to increasing flood risks due to climate change.  Sustainable Agriculture: The future of farming with environmentally responsible practices.  Local Food Systems: How consumers can support local farms and reduce their environmental footprint.     This event will feature panels, interactive discussions, and a farmers’ market showcasing sustainable and local produce. You’ll leave with practical knowledge on how to make food choices that are both healthy for you and the planet. Join us at the Cedar Halls, Wells on Friday 11th October at 7pm!    Education is key to our understanding and ability to make a considerable change, so we encourage you to get involved in Wells Eco Week events. This is your chance to learn about how you can make a difference and contribute to a greener, more resilient future.  To find out more please visit the Wells Environment Network at https://lnkd.in/ddzetZHK  #wellsecoweek #sustainability #bcorp #charliebighams

We are so excited to be recognised as a top employer for Manufacturing from the experts at Great Places to Work. This adds to our complete set, having been listed for women, development and wellbeing too.🙌   Thanks to everyone at Bigham's for making it such a special place to be.   Great news - if you think you might love it here as much as we do, we are currently recruiting for a range of exciting opportunities take a look for more details and to apply, or reach out to Mathew Bates, our Recruitment Partner, if you'd like to discuss. https://lnkd.in/e7y7sQVi #GreatPlaceToWork #careeropporrunities #ManufacturingExcellence #BestWorkplaces #WomenInTheWorkplace #CharlieBighams

Congratulations to Oriana Radu pictured with our People Partner Ally, who today graduated from our Becoming a Leader programme and now is a full Team Leader at Bigham's. Well done Oriana!

We’re currently recruiting for a Brand Manager to join our marketing team and be part of our journey to make Charlie Bigham’s the most loved and respected food brand in the UK. It’s an exciting time at Charlie Bigham’s as we continue to grow the brand, bringing new consumers who continue to enjoy our delicious fresh dishes. The Charlie Bigham’s Brand Manager will help to shape the brand agenda – using creativity and marketing flair to deliver engaging external & internal communications, built on intelligent insight and analysis. Does the sound like you or do you know someone that might be interested?    We’re #hiring. #charliebighams #Brand #Marketing

We're attending Wells Business Forum Careers Fair on Thursday 20th September to promote opportunities at our Quarry Kitchen, near Wells. If you're looking for a role in the local area, do register - it would be great to see you on the day. https://lnkd.in/ey_ifrce

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Charlie's first cookbook "Supper with Charlie Bigham" packed with over 100 recipes.   For years, Charlie Bigham’s has been synonymous with delivering delicious, high-quality meals crafted with care. Now, with Charlie's new cookbook, you can experience the joy of creating these mouth-watering dishes in your own home. You'll find the secrets from hearty store favourites like Fish Pie and Lasagne to delicious desserts and standing starters.    The cookbook is peppered with stories from Charlie’s culinary journey, offering a glimpse into the passion that drives his creations    “I want food to be approachable, fun, not too fussy, and bursting with flavour. When you enjoy making food, everyone enjoys eating it.” — Charlie Bigham   Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary journey, this cookbook is designed to inspire and bring people together over great food. It's a celebration of the passion and creativity that goes into every dish we make.   To find out more visit: Charlie Bigham's | Buy the Cookbook – Supper with Charlie Bigham (charliebighams.com)

  🌍 Excited to attend the B-Corp Festival 2024!    We are Louder than Words!   At Charlie Bigham’s, we’re committed to making a positive impact on both people and the planet. Being part of the B-Corp community has been an essential step in our journey towards responsible and sustainable business.   We have enjoyed connecting with like-minded individuals and organisations at the festival, sharing ideas, and discovering new ways to keep driving change as a force for good and look forward to more today!   Together, we can create a future where businesses thrive by doing good.   #BCorp #Sustainability #CharlieBighams #BusinessForGood #BCorpFestival2024 #PositiveImpact Pamela Schmid Claire Gibbs