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A career in public sector catering offers numerous rewards and benefits, making it a fulfilling and impactful profession. Here are some of the best things about working in this industry: 1.    Making a Difference: Public sector catering plays a crucial role in providing nutritious meals to some of the most vulnerable populations, including school children, hospital patients, and the elderly. Knowing that your work contributes to their well-being and health is immensely gratifying. 2.    Job Stability: Working in the public sector often comes with greater job security compared to many private sector positions. The need for public sector catering is constant and essential, providing a stable career path. 3.    Community Impact: This career allows you to have a direct positive impact on your community. Whether it's through improving school meal programs or ensuring quality food in healthcare facilities, your efforts help enhance the quality of life for many people. 4.    Diverse Opportunities: The public sector catering industry offers a wide range of roles and opportunities, from hands-on cooking and kitchen management to nutrition planning and administration. This diversity allows for personal growth and career advancement. 5.    Collaborative Environment: Working in public sector catering often involves collaborating with dedicated teams of professionals who share common goals.  This collaborative spirit can be very motivating and fulfilling. 6.    Lifelong Learning: The industry is continuously evolving with new dietary guidelines, sustainability practices, and culinary innovations. A career in public sector catering offers ample opportunities for ongoing education and professional development. 7.    Work-Life Balance: Many public sector jobs offer more structured working hours, which can lead to a better work-life balance compared to the often unpredictable hours in the private sector hospitality industry. 8.    Innovation and Sustainability: There is a growing emphasis on sustainable practices and innovative approaches within public sector catering. Being part of initiatives that promote environmental responsibility and healthy eating habits can be very rewarding. Hear from people working across the industry about how they started, the roles they do now, and to find out first-hand about the career options and benefits on offer > https://lnkd.in/eFVhBquz Thanks you to Sue Cawthray MIH, Anita Brown - LACA - The School Food People and Matthew White MBE FIH for sharing your stories. #PSCWeek #PSCHeroes #Careers #PublicSectorCatering

I often get asked about Aramark and what we do. The below link is a mere snapshot or our capabilities. https://lnkd.in/ebqb2kaR

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🎄 Treat Your Team This Christmas!🎄 As the holiday season approaches, it’s the perfect time to show your appreciation for your team’s hard work throughout the year. What better way than to bring some festive cheer right into the workplace? 🌟 Here’s why treating your team to delicious food is the perfect way to celebrate the season: 🍲 Boost Morale: Sharing food together creates a sense of unity and appreciation, reminding your team that their efforts don’t go unnoticed. 🎁 A Taste of Festivity: The holidays can be a hectic time. Bringing the holiday spirit into the office with a catered lunch or special treats gives everyone a chance to enjoy the season together. 🧑🤝🧑 Build Connection: A shared meal is a fantastic way to connect outside of day-to-day tasks, encouraging team bonding and creating lasting memories. 🍽️ We Take Care of Everything! No need to worry about setup or cleanup. Our event catering service delivers fresh, delicious food tailored to your preferences, so you can focus on celebrating with your team. Make this holiday season a little more special for your team 🎅✨ Reach out to us today to schedule your Christmas catering. Let’s make this season merry and bright! 🎄 #EventCatering #HolidaySeason #TeamAppreciation #FestiveFood #OfficeParty #ChristmasCatering #CelebrateTogether

This is interesting. On the face of it, it would make sense. Aramark has a strong presence and reputation stateside where Sodexo continues to struggle, relative to its larger competitors. From an investor perspective the deal looks better for Aramark than for Sodexo. Aramark have long struggled to break into new markets, their European business is marginally successful but ill-timed forays into Asia have left them with not much at all outside of the core. Sodexo continue to be convinced that geographic spread is important to their success but also continue to struggle to drive margins anywhere near the market leader this acquisition will certainly not help with that considering the run rate of the target. One of the great misunderstandings of investors is that scale drives value in contract catering in the same way as it would manufacturing. It does, but not universally, not across the board. Each contract has differences, supply chains for food have a significant local position and clients expect (understandably) specific management focus and skills so you cannot simply bolt on 100 Hospital contracts and run it with the same team that runs the car factories in the neighboring state. What it would do for Sodexo is give them a start in the US which for shareholders would probably be a case of better late than never but would come with demands for more focus and ultimately more margin.

Today is #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay and this rapidly growing issue is especially impactful to hospitality and foodservice workers, who often lack the training and preparedness for how to safety handle these incidents. We reached out to managers to find out how they're supporting their teams and you can dig deeper into our poll results here: https://lnkd.in/giNGfzZq

New #Indigenous #career Alert: Catering Coordinator Find this #job and more on Canada's strongest #Aboriginal Job Board https://lnkd.in/gB-K3Yan WHAT'S THE JOB? Under the general supervision of the Culinary Director, the Catering Coordinator is in charge of procuring, organizing, planning, preparing and/or directing the preparation of all catering events. This role also performs the administrative and financial duties for the catering team such as ordering and resolving discrepancies with suppliers and customers, creation and adherence to budgets for all related costs of the catering operationYour work will include:.In coordination with the Culinary Director, plan and develop menus and recipes for catering events that meet the client’s needs, incorporating the company’s values of fresh, scratch and localWork with clients and customers to meet their needs/requests while staying within budgeted restrictions and adhering to all company practices and policiesEstablish and implement food preparation schedules for catering events, creating an efficient, safe, and organized processOrganize and schedule the logistics for catering events, ensuring all preparation work is completed and events are set-up, delivered, and removed on timeRespond to customer and client concerns and requests immediately, resolving any issues that may ariseCoordinate with clients to ensure timely billing and collections for catering eventsEnsure all staff are adhering to all required safety regulations and procedures while preparing food for catering events including:Using proper techniques when using the tools, supplies, and equipment provided (i.e. knives, ovens, cleaning materials)Wearing and correctly using proper personal protective equipment (i.e. non-slip shoes, cut-resistant gloves)Proper handling of equipment only by trained staff and notifying appropriate parties of malfunctioning or in need of repair equipmentComplying with FoodSafe and/or ServeSafe standards including the recording of all time temperature sensitive food itemsFollowing all Health and Safety and sanitation policies and procedures as set by applicable legislation and company policiesTake steps to control the costs of the catering events by taking measures such as:Controlling portioning of food items to ensure recipe yield meets quantity and budget expectationsSuggesting dishes that take advantage of seasonal availabilityIdentifying cost saving measures for logistics of operating the eventsProvide cost saving recommendations regarding the budget of catering eventsMaintain clear lines of communication and understanding between all parties including the ChefWHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?Work Life Balance Extended health and dental benefitsWhereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader. WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR? Three years of recent related experience in the food service industry leading high v

Hello! I’m Krystal, the Owner and Event Chef at Table. For me, food goes beyond just satisfying hunger – it’s a means of connecting people. My journey with food began long before I launched my catering business. From a young age, I always found a way into helping in kitchens – family gatherings, community functions and church events. I loved the hustle and bustle of the kitchen and how food always brings people together. #goodfoodbringspeopletogether At Table, our mission is to create food menus that are hearty, vibrant, nourishing, generous and inclusive. Whether we’re catering a quirky wedding or a casual birthday celebration, serving a gathering of 30 or 130, I bring the same level of passion to every event. Having faced food intolerances myself, I know how firsthand how stressful it can be when dining out. It’s my priority to ensure every guest at my events feels welcomed and well-fed, regardless of dietary restrictions. Often, a simple tweak can make a dish suitable for everyone and I’m dedicated to making sure all our guests, from meat lovers to gluten-free vegans, enjoy their meal. 🔥 🌱 ❤️ A bit about me – in no particular order: 1. Travel: Exploring new cultures and learning from them is a passion of mine. 2. Fitness: Staying active is key, whether it’s yoga, running, hillwalking, sea dipping or any outdoor activity! 3. Outdoors: I thrive on fresh air and open spaces, be it the beach or the mountains. Think that’s why I enjoy the BBQ events so much! 😊 4. Family and Friends: My love for cooking stems from my grandmother, who I fondly remember helping in the kitchen as a child. It was there that I learned the joy of baking and the importance of sharing good food with others. 5. A Good Challenge: I’m always ready to try new things at least once. 6. Conversation: I love connecting with others through listening, sharing life experiences and engaging in diverse perspectives. 7. Laughter: An essential part of life. #aboutme #businessintroduction #uksmallbusiness #nibusiness #northernirelandbusiness #tablefoodco #eventcatering #inclusivefood #table #passionforhospitality #belfast #northernireland #eventcatering #charcoalbbqs #forkbuffets #corporate #private #weddings #retreats

Hello! I’m Krystal, the Owner and Event Chef at Table. For me, food goes beyond just satisfying hunger – it’s a means of connecting people. My journey with food began long before I launched my catering business. From a young age, I always found a way into helping in kitchens – family gatherings, community functions and church events. I loved the hustle and bustle of the kitchen and how food always brings people together. #goodfoodbringspeopletogether At Table, our mission is to create food menus that are hearty, vibrant, nourishing, generous and inclusive. Whether we’re catering a quirky wedding or a casual birthday celebration, serving a gathering of 30 or 130, I bring the same level of passion to every event. Having faced food intolerances myself, I know how firsthand how stressful it can be when dining out. It’s my priority to ensure every guest at my events feels welcomed and well-fed, regardless of dietary restrictions. Often, a simple tweak can make a dish suitable for everyone and I’m dedicated to making sure all our guests, from meat lovers to gluten-free vegans, enjoy their meal. 🔥 🌱 ❤️ A bit about me – in no particular order: 1. Travel: Exploring new cultures and learning from them is a passion of mine. 2. Fitness: Staying active is key, whether it’s yoga, running, hillwalking, sea dipping or any outdoor activity! 3. Outdoors: I thrive on fresh air and open spaces, be it the beach or the mountains. Think that’s why I enjoy the BBQ events so much! 😊 4. Family and Friends: My love for cooking stems from my grandmother, who I fondly remember helping in the kitchen as a child. It was there that I learned the joy of baking and the importance of sharing good food with others. 5. A Good Challenge: I’m always ready to try new things at least once. 6. Conversation: I love connecting with others through listening, sharing life experiences and engaging in diverse perspectives. 7. Laughter: An essential part of life. #aboutme #businessintroduction #uksmallbusiness #nibusiness #northernirelandbusiness #tablefoodco #eventcatering #inclusivefood #table #passionforhospitality #belfast #northernireland #eventcatering #charcoalbbqs #forkbuffets #corporate #private #weddings #retreats

Celebrating One Year of Dedication to Food Safety 🍽️ Yesterday marked a significant milestone for me as I reflected on a year of dedicating my career to food safety—an integral component of ensuring food security for all. Throughout this journey, one profound lesson has stood out: Food safety cannot be achieved in isolation. It's not the responsibility of a single person but requires the collaborative effort of teams working harmoniously towards a common goal. Cross-collaboration within our workplace has proven to be the key to success. By bringing together diverse perspectives, skills, and knowledge, we can address the complex challenges of ensuring the safety of the food we consume. Attending webinars and conferences plays a crucial role in this journey. Reminiscing on the #IFST Spring Conference, I witnessed passionate discussions that further fuelled my commitment to this important cause. The exchange of ideas and experiences broadened my perspective, emphasising the power of collective knowledge in shaping industry practices. As we move forward, let's continue to harness the power of teamwork and collaboration, fuelled by the insights gained from these impactful discussions. Together, we contribute not only to the well-being of individuals but also to the broader goal of global food security. Here's to a year of growth, learning, and impactful collaboration! 🥂 #FoodSafety #Teamwork #WorkAnniversary #IFSTConference #CollaborationJourney #ContinuousLearning