Further train strikes have been announced for 12 May, 31 May and 3 June after the train drivers’ union’s rejected a pay offer.
Mark Kempson joins BM as consultant chef
BM Contract Caterers has recruited Mark Kempson, head chef of Michelin-starred Kitchen W8 in London’s Kensington, as consultant chef.
Cateys 2023 shortlist revealed
The Caterer has revealed the shortlist for the 2023 Catey awards, which celebrate their 40th anniversary this year.
Viewpoint: It’s more than just a numbers game when it comes to counting calories
The calorie legislation forced our hand when writing menus, but that has resulted in better nutrition and chef innovation, says Peter Kent
Purefoy Arms pub up for sale for £60,000
The Purefoy Arms pub in Hampshire has been put on the market with a guide price of £60,000 by Christie & Co, Winchester.
EasyHotel invests £4.5m in reducing carbon emissions
Budget brand EasyHotel has announced a £4.5m investment into 12 of its UK sites to reduce the group’s carbon footprint as part of its strategy to “be the first choice for low-carbon affordable hotels in Europe”.
Chotto Matte announces global expansion plans
Peruvian-Japanese restaurant group Chotto Matte has announced plans to further expand the brand, with new locations planned for the United States, Middle East and the UK.
Spotlight on: EPoS systems
Paying for a meal or hotel room online is now normalised, so electronic point of sale systems are going further than ever. Glynn Davis reports on the latest developments
The Restaurant Group under fire from second activist investor over bosses’ pay
A second activist investor in the Restaurant Group (TRG) has said it plans to vote against the pay packet of boss Andy Hornby next month.
Sodexo secures £16m contract extension with BAE Systems Munitions
Sodexo’s Corporate Services’ division has won a £16m, four-year extension to its contract with BAE Systems Munitions.