& DEVELOPMENT AWARD

SPONSORED BY

Jackson’s Fish & Chips, Newton Abbott

Stones Fish & Chips, Acton

In order to take home the prize, The Chesterford Group was assessed against a wide variety of judging criteria, including internal training policies and procedures, training support and forward plans for staff development.

Judges took a full review of staff training and development practices. They were also evaluated on the quality of the fish and chips and the level of customer service provided.

Andrew Crook National Federation of Fish Friers President said: “This award recognises fish and chip businesses that go above and beyond in providing their employees with high quality training, while demonstrating commitment to personal development and career progression. The Chesterford Group has demonstrated true commitment and investment in staff training and I have confidence that the staff at this establishment will be the future champions of the fish and chip trade.”

Award sponsor Philip Blakeman, Managing Director at James T. Blakeman & Co Ltd, commented:

“As a family business with 70 years’ experience, staff training has always been an important part of our success. The owners of fish frying establishments cannot overlook the importance of quality training for staff members. As a proud sponsor of The National Fish & Chip Awards, this category showcases businesses such as The Chesterford Group that are a credit to the industry. We would like to congratulate them in taking home the crown.”