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The latest Foodservice Price Index (FPI) report from Prestige Purchasing and CGA reveals more positive trends for the hospitality sector, with inflation dropping again in May 2024. Year-on-year inflation fell to 4.6%, the lowest figure recorded by the Index in 28 months. May also saw month-on-month deflation of -0.4%—only the fourth such decrease in the last 32 months. Download the snapshot report here - https://lnkd.in/gtDjXTrf #hospitality #hospitalityinsights #consumerprices #inflation

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Join the fight against food waste. 🚯 From menu innovation to inventory management, MD of EMEA for Lightspeed, Liam Crooks, discusses with Foodservice Equipment Journal (FEJ) how kitchens and hospitality businesses can reduce their food waste footprint, and better their financial prospects. Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eijPucNQ #Lightspeed #FoodTech #UKHospitality #FoodServiceEquipmentJournal

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Dine out for less with B4 HUB That's right, you save at hundreds of restaurants and pubs including Miller & Carter, Greene King and PizzaExpress. Plus, with The Dining Out Gift Card, you can keep your options open if you can't decide where to go next. Pretty great, right! Don’t have access to the B4 HUB? If you’re a Member please contact the B4 Membership Team at Membership@b4-business.com to register. Not a B4 Member? Contact richard@b4-business.com to find out more about the benefits of B4 HUB and how you can access over 60 live events every year. #employeerewards #employeeengagement #staffbenefits #staffrenewal #increasedproductivity 

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📣 Building efficient restaurant kitchen teams, no matter where you are... 🌎🍴 At Brigade, we make it easy to train and manage your staff digitally, ensuring consistency and excellence in every dish served. Forget the hassle of printed lists and lengthy manuals. With just one click, you can keep your team updated in real-time, streamline workflows, and retain expertise within your restaurant. Ready to transform your kitchen management? Contact us at contact@getbrigade.com #RestaurantLife #KitchenEfficiency #BrigadeApp #Gastronomy #DigitalTransformation #TeamWork #RestaurantManagement #EfficiencyInAction

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Restaurants – Employment Issues Restaurants are many and varied – they can range from a van with some seating outside to an establishment with 3 Michelin stars. However, whatever their size or quality, if they employ staff, they will all have the same employment issues. Marina Vincent Partner Dispute Resolution, Employment highlights the key points restaurant owners need to consider: https://lnkd.in/eU5Wbbq2 #EmploymentLaw #HospitalitySector #FoodAndBeverage

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“The Staff Canteen’s restaurant industry knowledge, and relationships with the great and the good of British catering, is second to none, and you can rely on them to deliver fantastic content that chefs want to watch. With our client British Lion Eggs (BLE) The Staff Canteen activity has always exceeded the agreed KPI’s year on year” - Phil Slaney, Account Director at Nexus Communications Group.   The Staff Canteen has been working with Nexus PR in partnership with British Lion eggs and egg products for 5 years, each year going above and beyond in our campaign results that we sold to them. Year on year we surpass our previous successes, improving our B2B relationship and extending the lifespan of our loyalty.   In 2023, we created a social media package for a campaign consisting of 4 recipe videos and 4 videos of chefs discussing the benefits of using British Lion eggs.   Our target: 550K video views Our result: 779.5K video views   We delivered a result that was 41% HIGHER than client expectations.   How do we consistently improve? We adapt to the ever-changing environment of social media, listening to our audience about what content they consume, what content they seek, what content they want to create and if we can assist them in delivering. Improvements we are making for British Lion eggs 2024 campaign: 🎥 All videos are being filmed at 4K or higher using some of the best filming equipment in the industry. 📲 All videos are filmed and edited to be specific to each social media platform’s aspect ratio (e.g. 9:16 for reels, 16:19 for standard YouTube videos). 🥚 We are making sure that the British Lion egg is a key element of the recipe, and the use differs from previous videos, showing the versatility of the product. 📈 We consistently update and expand our databases and audience segments.   Why should you company work with The Staff Canteen? We deliver incredible results at a reasonable cost and create content ourselves; this includes: 🍽 The sourcing of the chefs/locations/restaurants/etc. 🗓 The organizing of schedules pre and post production. 🚉 Travel arrangements and costs where necessary. 🗒 We adapt to your requirements, guidelines and needs. 🧑‍🍳 We have access to some of the biggest, well-known and inspirational chefs, restaurants and other hospitality professionals in the UK (over 100,000 site members and over 500,000 social media followers). 🎉 We remain the number one platform for chefs 🎉   If you would like to get involved with The Staff Canteen and have us create content for you, email jen@thestaffcanteen.com

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🌎 Today we're celebrating Mother Earth Day! One of our key values is sustainability - and we try to help foodservice and hospitality businesses make this a priority in their strategies too. 🌱 But why? Because it's important for us all to to be as environmentally conscious as possible, and awareness day's like today encourage us all to consider our environmental impact. How can you be more eco friendly as a business in 3 easy steps? ⭐ Reducing excess energy consumption ⭐ Reducing avoidable food waste ⭐ Reducing paperwork Learn more about how we support businesses with this here: https://lnkd.in/eZyRaNVx

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Industry Insight: May 2024 Hospitality Sector Review. At DRiNKFRESH, we're committed to staying at the forefront of the hospitality sector, continuously learning and adapting to industry developments. May 2024 has proven to be a pivotal month for the UK hospitality industry, marked by resilience and notable advancements despite ongoing challenges. Here’s a snapshot of key statistics that highlight the sector’s performance: Economic Contribution: Revenue Generation: £8.5 billion revenue, up 6% from last month and 12% year-on-year. Employment: 2.4 million jobs, reflecting a 3% increase in job creation. Accommodation: Hotel Occupancy Rates: 78%, a significant improvement year-on-year. Average Daily Rate (ADR): £120, up by 5% compared to last year. Food and Beverage: Restaurant and Bar Sales: £3.2 billion, an 8% month-on-month increase. Dining Preferences: A notable 15% rise in sales of plant-based menu items. Tourism: International Visitors: 3.5 million, up 10% from last year. Tourist Spending: £2.1 billion, indicating robust recovery. Technology and Innovation: Digital Bookings: Over 70% made online. Contactless Payments: Increased by 20%, reflecting consumer preferences. DRiNKFRESH remains dedicated to addressing industry challenges while embracing technological advancements and sustainable practices. Our commitment to excellence drives us to lead and innovate in the hospitality sector, ensuring we deliver exceptional experiences while supporting industry-wide progress. #HospitalitySector #IndustryInsights #DRiNKFRESH #UKHospitality #Hospitality

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Sustainability is something that customers now expect when they dine at a foodservice business. In this post-covid world, where cost of living pressures are hitting us all, people are looking to spend their money with businesses that align with their personal values. So, how can you make sure you’re showcasing your sustainability to customers? ✨ Use social media to profile one of the local farmers you source ingredients from. ✨ Get creative with your window signage to showcase where your ingredients come from. ✨ Add a section to your website that lists your sustainability practices and what environmental goals you’re working towards. For help with your marketing strategy, get in touch with FoodLogic today. We’d love to share some of the ways we can support your business! #sustainability #foodservice #foodserviceindustry #costofliving #environmentallyfriendly #values #socialmedia #local #farmers #creative #signage #website #environment #goals #foodlogic

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Exploring the current UK Foodservice Market & Consumer Behaviour 🍽️ The UK Foodservice market is evolving, and so are our dining habits. Here's a snapshot of what's happening right now: 🥡 Convenience is King: The rise of food delivery and takeaway services continues. Busy lifestyles mean more people are enjoying restaurant-quality food at home. 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Community & Experience: It's not just about the food; it's about the experience. Diner’s value social, immersive experiences and local, community-focused establishments. 📈 Value for Money: With the cost of living in mind, consumers are seeking value. Great taste, smaller portions, and reasonable prices are crucial. Contact us to discover how to meet the needs of changing consumer behaviour with the right bakery offering. #UKFoodservice #ConsumerTrends

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BUSINESS FOR SALE Discover with Agilis Advisory a lucrative investment opportunity with Dessert Island in Bedford, a well-established dessert parlour offering a delectable range of treats. Key Features: • Prime Location: Strategically situated in an excellent location in Bedford, attracting high footfall and ensuring visibility to potential customers. • Loyal Customer Base: Enjoy a vast local following and exceptional customer retention, with a significant number of returning customers contributing to the business's success. • Profitable Venture: A proven money-making venture, Dessert Island in Bedford is a cash-rich business with robust financial returns. • Franchise Potential: Unlock the potential for expansion and scalability by acquiring the Bedford location and exploring franchising opportunities. Leverage the established brand and operational excellence to build a network of successful dessert parlours. • Seamless Online Ordering: Seamlessly integrated with popular delivery platforms like Deliveroo and Just Eat, offering convenience to customers and driving additional revenue streams. Full information www.agilisadvisory.co.uk #BusinessForSale #AgilisAdvisory #BusinessSelling #SellSmart #ExcitingOpportunity #InvestInYourFuture #BusinessGrowth #SellYourBusiness #BusinessOpportunity

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In our latest blog, we share my concerns over the severe challenges businesses are facing today. With the recent closure of Henry Potts and Boheme, the hospitality industry is in urgent need of support. Now, more than ever, our government and community backing is essential for the survival of our local businesses. Read on to find out how we think you can help: https://lnkd.in/eXEUCW5R

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Managing hospitality operations, especially with tenanted venues and pub code regulations, can be challenging. Hopsy simplifies this process. Discover more: https://bit.ly/3WxXvGV #UKHospitality #HospitalitySoftware #OperationsManagement

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It’s not just Liberation Cocktail’s Cruisers that are highly adaptable and profitable - their whole business model is. Franchisees benefit from 3 potential revenue streams in their exclusive territories. 🎉 Events: Bookings range from weddings to corporate events, private parties, festivals and PR launches. 🍹Business to business: As a Liberation Cocktail Ambassador, you can arrange tastings to introduce potential partners - bars, restaurants, pubs, and clubs - to the product range and you will earn commission on all of the product sales that you generate. 🚙 Other opportunities: Depending on your region, you may choose to develop your business to include delivery for retail and e-commerce alike. https://lnkd.in/e4CWZ4Qr #franchise #beveragefranchise #brand #success #cocktailfranchise #LiberationCocktails #cocktails #franchiseopportunities #foodandbeverageindustry

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Celebrity chef Gino D'Acampo is the latest high profile figure to call on the Government to 'act now' to support the hospitality industry: "I want to say to the Government they're going to have to wake up and do something very quickly, because it's falling down like a pack of cards" "The problem that we have is that everything is becoming too expensive, especially since Brexit. And people may say why don't you put the prices up? Ok, well you can do that to a set point, but the problem the restaurant owner is having with money is the same problem guests are having at home with money. So how much can I really charge for a pizza? For a plate of pasta? It's really becoming a big problem." Gino D’Acampo and our prices on Island are even higher… https://lnkd.in/ebzFgtUY

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Propel's Excellence in Pub & Bar Retailing Conference industry panel features Shepherd Neame managing director Jonathon Swaine, Greene King managing director Clair Preston-Beer, City Pub Group founder Clive Watson, Deborah Whittingham, employee director at JD Wetherspoon, and sector investor Luke Johnson. They talk about the challenge the sector faces in ensuring it maximises the performance of its pub assets in an era of declining alcohol sales. Quick quotes: Jonathan "Moderation, health and wellness is a longer term trend... lower ABV, zero alcohol... the pub model is a 1,000 years old and it will keep surviving... pub with rooms is an ancient concept... the managed pub soon will have a super exciting group of digital savvy managers." Luke "My sweet spot is somewhere I can make money... excellent book called Drunk which gives the case for alcohol, historically perhaps the licensed trade relied on heavy drinkers and the industry needs to adjust its proposition and provide a broader offering... new government: I am looking forward to a liberalisation of planning laws, if the Town and Country Act was junked the country would be a better place... I hope there is not to much more consolidation in the future because part of the joy of the pub industry is that it is relatively fragmented." Clair "Using customer data in how we create pubs is key and we are using it for estate planning... pubs are places to bring communities together... we have great, flexible spaces and our evolving our offer. Young people are living in a far more digital environment and are valuing social contact... we look at a number of different data points, we use HDI and Reputation and we do try and it use it on a hyper local level." Deborah "We appeal to all people, we still see a lot of young people in our pubs... people are eating more... Wetherspoon app is ever evolving... co-working happens in our venues." Clive "What I would differently is I would go for a leasehold model... I would embrace technology a lot more, order and pay. Doing a start up you can establish that from day one... whatever government comes in business rates must be reformed and become a sales tax... small pubs have to be wet led and close to footfall. The future is positive, before covid the young did not really want to mix with the old.. I think the young will be less precious about this in the future." 👉 Read the conference programme: https://lnkd.in/dwmVFMeE

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Picture this! If you go to a hotel, as basic expectation, you expect to receive a bed, with a pillow and duvet. If you receive a heated blanket, free Wi-Fi and a bottle of water, that’s a bonus! At Shawthorpe, we want to include throw pillows, a soft fluffy blanket and a nice little chocolate on your pillow with every element of service we deliver. We have listened to our customers and what they really want from a service. · Understand customer needs · Communication and channels · Fast response times · Personalized experience · Problem solving   · Listen · Proactive approach · Element of surprise · Save time · Consistency   Here at Shawthorpe, we offer the following as basic standard: · HR Support & Guidance · Conducting Disciplinary Actions · Updating Policies, Handbooks or Contracts of Employment · Maintaining Employee Records · Conducting Benefit Analysis · Career Growth · Performance Management   To exceed expectation, we provide the following: · Get to know your company and key contacts. · We offer an open-door policy, whereby both employees and business leaders have access to support 24/7. · We tailor our delivery based on your business wants and needs. · We deep dive into complex business issues to support resolution. · We value and act on feedback received from our clients. · We have a forward-thinking approach and ensure that strategy is in place to meet compliance expectations. · We send out personalized messages to employees on life events such as Birthdays and company anniversaries. · We value time and understand the restrictions time places on business leaders. Therefore, we take the workload and admin of HR. · We look at ways in which you can free up your energy by using our services. · Align to our key values always: Honesty, Consistency, Dependability, Reliability.   HR and subsequent administration are a massive drain on resources, time and cost. If you value your time and want to focus on your business to help it grow and succeed, let Shawthorpe take the lead in driving your HR. 🌟Exclusive Election Offer 🌟 50% Off your first 3 months of HR Cover when signing up to a 1 year retainer. 50% Off your first 6 months of HR Cover when signing up to a 2 year retainer. Let us do HR whilst you do business! Contact us today about our amazing offers. 📞 01952 263973 📨 tshaw@shawthorpe.co.uk / kirsty.shannon@shawthorpe.co.uk #humanresources #hr #employmentlaw #directors #protectingyouremployees #protectingyourbusiness #work #employees #employers

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