Fastfood Professional - June & July

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(Formerly Fish & Chips & Fast Food Magazine) The Nations Favourite Takeaway Magazine Now Celebrating its 29th Year

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Q&A Kevin McWhinney

Electrify Your Deliveries Preoday An Owner’s Perspective

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Keeping Infection at Bay

Chippies Opening Online

Key Points 1 Summary – Covid-19

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Welcome to the New “Normal”

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light is appearing at the end of this awful tunnel that we are going through with Covid 19. That is of little comfort to those who have lost loved ones already and we send our deepest sympathies to all of our readers that have suffered loss.

Slowly, the economy is opening up with many more businesses due to begin the gradual recovery in June as the economy gets the chance to capitalise on the increasing public freedom.

The new “Normal” is a phrase used frequently now and it is a tribute to our sectors that the bravery and resilience of so many operators are investing and redesigning the way that they work to build their model for the future.

In this issue we are featuring our regular Q&A sessions by speaking to Kevin McWhinney, the Northern Irish sausage guru, and I am sure you will enjoy his take on the sector and his thoughts.

Our cover features Preoday who are seeing a boom in pre-ordering systems which are fundamental to the development and success of the new “Normal”.

Mark and Pete Petrou, National Fish and Chip Shop of the Year winners and Mark with a Lifetime Achievement Award took the brave lockdown decision to invest in the refurbishment of their Chatteris shop and to build Preoday systems into the business and Mark tells FFP about his experiences and how it is helping them to run their operation more efficiently and profitably as these systems give you the opportunity to control both the quality and waste, and also to encourage on-line customers to order additional items At Fast Food Professional, we would like to thank all of our business partners and readers for the support that they are giving us at this time.

We will get through this and the sector will be stronger for it.

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6 Norwegian industry vows to keep seafood nation running amid Corona-chaos 8 Preoday - An owner’s perspective 11 Preoday Launches Curbside Collection 12 Q&A - Kevin McWhinney has the Answers 16 Skuta - Plug into the Future 17 BaSix from Mechline makes hand-wash hygiene easier in fight against Coronavirus 18 2021 National Fish & Chip Awards cancelled due to COVID-19 20 Young’s Foodservice introduce Jumbo Fish Fingers 22 Blakeman’s Let your customers know you’re open for business 24 Sarson’s to Shine a Light on Community Heroes with New Campaign 25 National Fish and Chip Day is Back!

26 Serving breakfast could prove a winner, suggests Central Foods 28 Make takeaway a top treat with Lamb Weston fries!

30 Aviko Partners with Flipdish to Help Operators Get Delivery Ready 32 Pukka Offers Free Marketing Support to Help Fish and Chip Shops Deliver 33 Key Points – Covid-19 UK Trade Response & Actions Foodservice & Delivery 34 Keeping the spread of infection at bay 36 Mechline charity partnership receives awards recognition 38 Fish and Chip Shops Start to Re-Open Online

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New tool helps seafood businesses to find financial support during COVID-19

In Every Issue

Ye Olde Oak peri-peri hot dogs IMC and Lincat join forces to deliver an innovative new mobile hand wash solution Venixlife – Touchless Hygiene Station Hoshizaki help operators to minimise touchpoints with their range of self-serve dispensers Solutions for safe, social distance working from Metro

Money Matters

How You Can Support Local Businesses During Lockdown Fishermen’s Families - we can help you FEM’s safety screens make paying safe again Implementing effective social distancing measures with lightweight, portable equipment

Our financial section can be found near the back of the issue starting on page 44 in this issue

New click and collect tech aims to give food shops a boost during lockdown Precision helps The Feed, a catering enterprise Leicester company launches disposable and recyclable cardboard face shield JJ Donates 1500 veggie fish and chip meals to Cystic Fibrosis Ward in St James Hospital, Leeds Creating a Covid secure workplace - advice from Mechline Customers to Reject Ordering Kiosks Due to Coronavirus Fears British Kebab Awards winner to provide 1000 free meals to NHS heroes Ramco Foodservices predicts an abundance of surplus catering equipment

The Trade Directory Our instant reference for all those important trade contacts can be found starting on page 52 in this issue

The Trade Directory

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Norwegian fishing boats will continue to deliver fish

Norwegian industry vows to keep seafood nation running amid Corona-chaos The Norwegian seafood industry remains committed to providing safe, sustainable and nutritious food during the ongoing Corona pandemic

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oth wild fisheries and aquaculture are as food

newly appointed Minister of Fisheries and Seafood in

producers considered of critical importance to

Norway.

society. Together with the transport sector the seafood producers are aiming to keep up supply

of Norwegian seafood both in Norway and abroad.

Access to healthy and safe foods more important than ever

On Saturday 14th March, the Norwegian Ministry of

Being classified as a critical societal function means the

Trade, Industry and Fisheries issued a formal letter

Norwegian seafood industry will aim to keep operations

identifying the value chain supporting food production

running as normal as possible.

and delivery as critical functions to society.

- Perhaps now more than ever it is important to keep up

- The Norwegian seafood industry plays a very important

the production and supply of healthy and nutritious foods,

role in the food supply chain, not only in Norway, but also

and we are very happy that the Norwegian government

across the world. In these difficult times it is important to

recognizes the vital part the Norwegian seafood industry

keep society going, and ensure that everyone has access to

plays in this. We are committed to playing our part and

healthy and nutritious foods, says Odd Emil Ingebrigtsen,

finding solutions to keep up a good supply of Norwegian

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seafood throughout these troubling times, says CEO of the Norwegian Seafood Council, Renate Larsen.

In Norway, like in most other European countries, the government has taken drastic steps to halt the spread of the Covid-19 virus. Schools, cinemas, restaurants and bars have been told to close and citizens encouraged to stay at home as much as possible. As an industry of critical importance, the seafood industry will have access to childcare, and the transport industry is exempt from some of the strictest quarantine regulations for personnel, to ensure the flow of goods across borders.

Borders are not shut for goods transport Despite many borders across Europe now being shut, they are not closed to goods transport. This is confirmed in a statement from the Norwegian government on the 15th March, and also reflects the issued guidelines from the European commission. For overseas markets extra air freight routes are being established as passenger flights are suspended.

Norway exports 95 percent of its seafood, and many countries depend on Norwegian seafood to meet local demand. The Norwegian industry is now working together with the Norwegian government to ensure deliveries and logistics can continue to operate as smoothly as possible in a very uncertain situation.

- These are unprecedented times. Nobody really knows what we are facing around the corner. What we do know is that people need to eat. And we have some of the best and healthiest foods around. Ensuring a stable supply really is a critical function of society, and as a seafood nation we take our responsibility very seriously, says Larsen.

Stay up to date on the latest developments The Norwegian Seafood Council will follow developments and aim to update industry and other interested parties on export development and logistics on a regular basis through this

article. You can also sign up to receive

regular newsletters from specific markets here.

The Norwegian Seafood Council works with the Norwegian fisheries and aquaculture industries to develop markets for Norwegian seafood through local market intelligence, market development and reputational risk management. The Seafood Council is headquartered in Tromsø and maintains local representatives in twelve of Norway’s most important international markets. The Norwegian seafood industry finances the activities of the Norwegian Seafood Council via a tariff on all Norwegian seafood exports.

The Norwegian Seafood Council is a public company owned by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries.

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An owner’s perspective Before Covid 19, if I were to be able to offer you a full order book of customers and know what meals they wanted in advance from a tight menu of your best selling or highest margin items, and to have those orders staggered over an entire shift instead of a business with unpredictable trade patterns, a wide menu and no idea of what you would be selling. Then, you’d think you’d have died and gone to chip shop heaven…

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he fish and chip world is waking up to the fact that

beginning to replace phone ordering. “I looked at the food

Covid 19 is not going to be a flash in the pan (full

ordering services being offered on TV closely and found

marks for that pun) and that just like the world

that they had terms that I just couldn’t live with. Giving

beyond fish and chips, we have to adapt to a new

a quarter of my sales to a silent partner and letting them

way of life. One operator who is no stranger to

retain all of the customers information was never going to

adapting is former fish and chip shop of the year winner

be an option. I wanted a system that gave me total control

Mark Petrou from Petrou Brothers in Chatteris.

and it soon became clear to me that Preoday had the

Mark successfully ran 6 shops under the Petrou Brothers brand along with 2 pubs, a cinema and a deli

perfect solution. This was about 6 months before Covid19 took hold.”

with his brother Pete until a health scare prompted them to sell up and start building houses. Having survived the

Refurbishing

credit crunch in 2008 and now down to just 1 site and over

Mark decided to refurbish his shop and reduce the size

40 houses under his belt –Mark was already looking at

of his takeaway. His thought process had brought him to

Preoday for his original and last remaining award winning

several conclusions that made him choose to do this. “My

shop in the Fens, long before the Corona Virus turned

business was 100% takeaway but I was competing with

modern living on its head.

every other takeaway for the same customer. I was afraid

“I recognised that the high street was changing and the

to charge the prices that I felt my product was really worth.

way consumers liked to shop had evolved and I was able to

I knew from talking to other operators already using online

identify 3 broad types of consumer in my shop. The older

ordering systems that not only were they having to charge

generation I affectionately call the grey pound. They like

more to cover the fees they had to pay to aggregators

1 to 1 interaction but their orders are small, they tend to

(around 25%) but surprisingly, nobody complained about

be walk-ins and they are extremely price sensitive. They’re

it either. Not only that – the average transactional spend

important and shouldn’t be forgotten but when looking

was much higher too than from walk-ins which was a

at future proofing my business, I decided that I should be

unexpected bonus.

concentrating on the two other types of customer – I call them the ‘time poorers’ and the ‘weekend millionaires’!!”

“I wanted to enable my ‘time poorers’ (working parents, career driven and busy people) and my ‘weekend

Having seen the success of other shops in the industry

millionaires’ (consumers with no financial obligations –

with strong branding and working with online aggregators,

living at home with parents, retired and/or mortgage free)

Mark had already figured out that online ordering was

to be able to order their meals in advance either on their

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smartphones, tablets or on their desktops to save time

every 5 minutes to allow social distancing a few weeks later.

and make the process even easier.

He also chose to restrict his menu to just his best sellers

I also decided that by making the takeaway smaller, I

and high margin products by hiding from view all the other

could create a sit down area, allowing me to serve my very

items on his menu. This made it easier for him to produce

best product and charge a premium for it and at the same

his menu safely with only 2 cooks in his kitchen and put

time drive my walk-ins into buying on-line as well”

his orders together quickly so that his drivers were able to

Mark started refurbishing 2 days before Lockdown was

fulfill their 1 drop every 10 minute quota safely too. In his

announced and completed the makeover

shop, he was able to give his customers a 1 in 1

(without

out service as long as they turned up at their

his

new

frying

range

being

commissioned) in a speedy 8 days. “The

allotted collection time.

whole quick service landscape changed

“I’m now completely booked up in advance,

over night when we were closed. Every

I know what my customers want and I have

takeaway in town shut down initially but I

reduced waste, labour costs and I believe

had already decided that being closed was

I’ve increased the quality of my product by

not a sustainable business model and had

producing every meal just before it goes out

planned to reopen.

but that’s not the half of it. I am charging

I considered the restrictions imposed,

what my product is actually worth now. My

the seriousness of the situation and my

customers are adding items that I would have

vulnerable ‘grey pound’ customers. Having

struggled to get my staff to upsell before.”

already researched the vital role that fish and chips had played during the Second World War for a book, I saw an opportunity to

He added “Preoday take nothing from sales - just an agreed reasonable monthly subscription. Not only that, I have so much

offer a service that kept people at home, protected the

valuable data and information about my customers

NHS and potentially saved lives. Preoday had all the tools

spending habits and I have their contact information AND

I needed to be able to do this.”

consent to send them details of specials and promotions – all straight forward and simple to do for free through the

The Preoday Way

Preoday platform.”

The Preoday platform is available as a desktop or laptop

Mark believes that Preoday has given him the edge over

ordering system and is available as a smartphone app

the Middle men aggregates “I’m 20-30% better off straight

as well making it ideal for people in lockdown or on the

away. Compared to using someone else’s platform. I get to

front line to be able to order meals in advance very easily.

keep and use all of my customer information and it’s so

They put your menu on the system for you and then hold

flexible. I can reduce customer frequency if I lose a driver or

your hand and show you how to add items, hide items

a pan goes down, or in my case, your new range sits in your

and control and manage the rest of the clever services

shop still not connected. My customers really like it too.

features. It allows you to run a click and collect service, a

Check out my facebook page and see how happy they are.

delivery service or both (2 systems side by side are best

It’s a great looking user friendly, front facing tool that even

for both) and it also allows you to determine the frequency

an operator like me with very basic computer skills can get

of how many orders you take at once or within a certain

to grips with easily. For me, it has turned this global threat

period of time. Mark chose to run a delivery service and

into a real commercial opportunity to grow my business.

a click and collect service. He allowed 4 deliveries every

Increasing sales and decreasing costs and waste at the

10 minutes and then introduced a click and collect service

same time is the most efficient way to grow profits.”

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Preoday Launches Curbside Collection New social distancing feature allows customers to collect orders without leaving their car reoday, a QikServe company, has launched

Hooked Fish and Chips, is one of the first companies to

Curbside Collection, a new feature for its

switch the feature on. Already, nearly two-thirds of the

online and mobile ordering platform. The

orders it is receiving are for Curbside Collection.

solution allows customers that have purchased

Craig Buckley, Co-owner of Hooked Fish and Chips,

food for takeaway to remain in their car, while operators

comments: “After we were told we’d have to change the

easily locate them for on-location delivery.

way that we engaged with and served people, we were

The updated functionality comes at a vital moment

relieved to find an online ordering solution that could be

within the UK’s battle against COVID-19. As restrictions

up and running so quickly. This is such a tough time for

on shop and restaurant openings continue, Curbside

our industry, online ordering is helping us to stay open

Collection gives customers the confidence to order food for

and has given us a way to get food to our loyal customers.

takeaway while maintaining appropriate social distancing.

Curbside Collection not only increases the convenience

Looking to the future, the feature will prove particularly

of our service, it is helping them - and us - stay safe and

useful for customers unable to easily leave their cars to

protected from COVID 19.”

venture in-store for food collection.

To use, customers simply select ‘Curbside Collection’ on their chosen outlet’s online menu, and a preferred collection time. During checkout, they will be asked to fill in their car registration number and colour. These details are then transmitted, along with the order details to the food operator’s ordering screen; they’ll also appear on printed receipts. The feature can be used for any outlet with accessible parking, that is curbside or a car park.

Nick Hucker, CEO of Preoday, comments: “So many in the hospitality industry, our community, are fighting to survive right now. It’s the duty of companies like ours to seek ways to support businesses and neighbourhoods through this time. We can do that by getting businesses up and running with online ordering as fast as possible we’ve committed to a 48 hour turnaround, and without the complications of long-term contracts or hefty fees. We can also do it by thinking about the problem, how can we truly help people stay safe while operating their takeaways, Curbside Collection is a response to that thinking.”

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Q&A

Kevin McWhinney has the Answers Tasty bites from the life, times and thoughts of Kevin McWhinney

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5. What do you do the wind down outside of work?

I play snooker and have played competitively in local leagues. I attend the gym as I feel physical well-being is as important as mental well-being. I also play classical guitar and am an avid film buff.

6. What has been to biggest change for your job over the last 5 years?

Over the last 5-10 years the advances in technology, particularly the mobile phone has resulted in the biggest change. I am able to carry my office in my pocket and this

11. Is there a dish that you enthusiastically share the recipe for?

LOL. I do not cook, as my wife Elaine is an excellent cook, so I am happy to leave her to look after the kitchen. I have to admit that I am a true example of a 1980’s husband.

has caused my wife to comment that even when I am on

12. What is the biggest challenge to face from Brexit

holiday I am never away from work as I can watch what is

for McWhinneys?

happening in the factory on my mobile though the various

At this time this is impossible to answer as negotiations

cameras in the factory.

between our own government and Europe have not been

7. Have you got a favourite food memory from your childhood?

As a child there was always a large pan with cuts of

concluded. Until these are finalised, I prefer to deal with facts rather than speculation.

13. What is your favourite music to eat to?

meat that were brought home each evening from the shop

I am a fan of all genres of music, but I am a rocker at heart.

by my father. These included ends of chops or products

I enjoy both soft and hard lock and particularly like the

which were slightly misshapen and could not be sold to the

music of AC/DC.

public. I always remember being able to ‘dip into’ the pan and get something delicious.

8. What do you regard as being the most important factors for success in your role?

The single most important factor for success in my role is my refusal to compromise. I have always prided myself on the quality of the products that we at McWhinneys produce and will not compromise on the quality ingredients that we use, even if I might make more profit. The recipe we use is the original recipe dating back to 1898 and the only changes we have made were those required by legislation.

I see no point in saying something is ‘new and improved’ when we already produce the highest quality products.

9. How would you describe your desk?

My desk is ultra-tidy. I am not a fan of paperwork and therefore keep my desk free of anything but the current projects. My wife tells me that I have OCD and I would probably have to agree with her as my excessive behaviour is a feature of my home life as well as my business life.

10. If you were someone else, what/who would you have liked to be?

I have thought about this and truthfully, there is no-one else that I have ever wanted to be. I am very content to just be me.

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14. What makes a good sausage?

21. Tea or coffee?

To make a good sausage you have to use good ingredients.

I used to drink coffee, but since the beginning of last year

At McWhinneys we always use proper pork and not a

have been diagnosed as a coeliac. This has changed my

substitute such ad MRM, DSM or drinde. I will never allow

tastes and I am now a confirmed tea drinker – as long as

any of these ingredients into my factory and will not allow

the tea is strong enough to stand a spoon upright.

compromise on this. You only have to bite into one of our sausages to enjoy the taste of real meat.

15. Who is your favourite celebrity chef? Why? Gordon Ramsey. He is blunt and to the point and leaves no-one in any doubt about where he stands.

22. What is your favourite car?

I am a Ferrari nut and always have been. I promised myself that I would have a Ferrari by the time I was thirty and achieved this ambition for a short time. I had to sell the Ferrari as I needed to buy a new piece of equipment for

16. Batman, Superman, Captain Quality or Wonder

the factory but have been able to drive a Ferrari in recent

Woman?

years.

Captain Quality without any doubt. Like our sausages, he has no equal.

17. What is your favourite movie or food programme?

My all-time favourite film has to be The Shawshank Redemption. I do not have a favourite food programme.

18. What do you always carry with you?

Elaine laughs at me as I have a ritual which I always go through when I am leaving home or somewhere, I have been. I always pat myself down to make sure I have my mobile phone, my watch and my glasses. When on holiday, I am like Royalty as Elaine always takes care of the money, credit card etc.

19. What do you regard as your biggest threat, opportunity or challenge for the next 12 months?

The challenge we have faced in recent times has been Covid-19 and I fear it will be with us for some time yet.

Our sector will face challenges when dealing with the ‘new normal’ as I have mentioned in point 3 earlier.

20. What do you predict to be the next big Food trend/fad and where from?

I think the new trend will be an increase in home eating as people come to terms with the aftermath of Covid-19.

23. What is your favourite fish and how do you like it cooked?

I do not have a favourite fish, but I have to admit that I like eating the batter off the fish and Elaine eats the fish.

24. Coke or Pepsi?

Without a doubt it has to be Coke. When you hear someone ordering Coke in a pub or restaurant when only Pepsi is available, the response is usually accompanied with a statement along the lines of “sorry, we only have Pepsi”.

In the same way when I order ketchup, I expect Heinz, or when ordering brown sauce, I expect HP. I expect the best and do not like to compromise!!!

25. What is your favourite Fast Food branding?

I don’t really have a favourite, but I believe that McDonald’s golden arches are the most iconic.

26. Where is your favourite worldwide holiday destination?

Anywhere in the world on a cruise ship as long as there is heat and sunshine.

27. Dogs or Cats?

Cats every time.

Many restaurants have prepared delicious meals for eating at home and I think this trend will continue, at least until we get a vaccine for Covid-19.

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Together We Will

Win This War

McWhinney’s Sausages were established in 1898 and for the last 122 years we have fed the nation through many wars.

My great, great grandfather fed you through the Boer War. My great grandfather fed you through the First World War and Spanish Flu. My grandfather fed you through the Second World War. My father fed you through the Falklands War and recessions.

Now let me feed you through the war against Covid-19.

We are still proudly serving quality to our country. Quality will always be our mission.

Quality Irish Pork Sausages

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Plug into the Future Eskuta are ready to help businesses deliver products to their customers, on time, every time.

Offering a variety of electric bikes and scooters, Eskuta’s mission is to inspire sustainable mobility and freedom for the masses. Being the largest e-cargo bike brand in the UK, based in Warwickshire, they not only design and manufacture e-cargo bikes, they also have a range of electric bikes and scooters for the leisure markets.

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usinesses using Eskuta’s electric scooters and bikes

for efficient, economical and ethical home delivery and has

has allowed them more flexibility, a faster response

a range of unique features including:

time and cost savings. Speed up your existing delivery service or they can show you how to start

your own! Reduce delivery costs & ensure your customers are receiving high quality products on time, every time.

You will also be one step closer to be a carbon neutral business. No matter if you are a large or small organisation, Eskuta are committed to help businesses and their employees reduce their carbon footprint, offering a range of electric bikes and scooters that are cost effective, reliable and sustainable.

Eskuta has a vision of revolutionising the world of home delivery with the Eskuta SX-250D Electric Delivery Bike, it looks and performs similarly to a petrol moped but is classed as an ‘electrically assisted pedal cycle’ (EAPC). The SX-250D has the features, benefits and robustness of a

• Integrated waterproof GPS holder and USB charging port • Rear box carrier with sliding mechanism • Bespoke coloured panels and delivery boxes available with your company’s logo 50 • Miles range lithium-ion battery on a single 7.5 hour charge costing 10p per charge • Rear high level led brake light and indicators • Centre stand allows bike to be upright when stationary – giving greater stability, protecting the contents of delivery box / bag

• Alarm with 2 keys, immobiliser and keyless go system • Motorcycle grade braking, suspension and tyres • Pedal assist system – automatically engages when pedalled: restricted to 15.5 mph to comply with EAPC

moped with all the cost savings of a bicycle – in addition to it

regulations

being great for the environment. It is specifically designed

Efficiency is key to delivery and Eskuta provides exactly

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that. The fact the Eskuta SX-250D is classed as an EAPC or ‘electrically assisted pedal cycle’ means it can be ridden in cycle & bus lanes and allows you to avoid the dreaded traffic that slows your system down. Eskutas get close up to your store and can usually park right outside your customers’ door, saving team members valuable time and the business money.

‘Cycling’ has never been easier. The Eskuta is equipped with a ‘super-torque’ 250W motor that has been designed to take the legwork out of riding the bike. This ensures that not only are your store riders delivering quickly and on-time, but also are not fatigued and ready for the next order.

Helping make recruitment a doddle. We know that recruitment is an expensive and time-consuming part of any business. With the Eskuta bike this allows you to have a much wider pool of enthusiastic team members as you’re not restricted to moped riders that require a CBT. In-store team members can be cross-trained to ride

BaSix from Mechline makes hand-wash hygiene easier in fight against Coronavirus

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he BaSix range of hand wash stations from Mechline Developments is playing an important role in the fight

the Eskuta creating labour efficiencies for your store and

against Coronavirus – helping commercial kitchens, food

saving your business money, as you don’t need riders

manufacturers and washroom areas to achieve optimal

waiting around.

hand hygiene whilst reducing water consumption.

Consumer demand is ever increasing and delivery

Featuring a leg activated soft touch button that

the growing element of the fast-food industry. Delivery

immediately starts to dispense water from the tap with a

efficiencies in parallel with cost savings are therefore

light touch, the sink ensures a non-contact hand wash to

fundamental to the future success of your business.

amplify hygiene control.

Eskuta has the efficiencies to save you money,

As Kristian Roberts, Marketing Manager at Mechline

improve your productivity and offer a solution that is an

explains: “Despite the massive impact of Coronavirus on

environmental and sustainable model for the future.

the foodservice and hospitality sector, many businesses

Eskuta also have the SR-1200D, the electric scooter

have diversified by offering deliveries, so maintaining the

that looks and performs similarly to a petrol moped, but

highest possible hygiene standards has never been more

is fully electric, saving running costs for your business

important. BaSix hand wash stations are WRAS (Water

and being kind to the environment. Reaching 30mph and

Regulations Advisory Scheme) approved and incorporate

anyone over the age of 16 with a CBT licence can ride it

an intelligent soft-touch, hands-free front panel, which

with insurance.

makes it easy for staff to keep their hands clean and to

Find out today how an Eskuta can revolutionise your home delivery service. Call 02476 350150, email contact@ eskuta.com or visit www.eskuta.com to view Eskuta’s product range.

protect against infection and cross-contamination.

The BaSix range is also very easy to install thanks to the mounting bracket with integral spirit level that comes supplied. With this and pre-fitted hardware, installation is almost as effortless as the use itself. In addition the

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2021 National Fish & Chip Awards cancelled due to COVID-19 Plans are underway to get people back out eating fish and chips as soon as possible he 2021 National Fish & Chip Awards has been

“Although we’re unable to go ahead with the awards

cancelled due to the current situation with

this year, we are fully committed to supporting the UK

coronavirus in the UK which has led to many

fish and chip sector through this difficult time. We are

fish and chip shops and restaurants temporarily

focusing our efforts on how we can support all the shops

closing. The announcement was made by competition

and restaurants that bring us our fish and chips and

organisers Seafish, the public body that supports the

ensure everyone can get back to enjoying our favourite

£10bn UK seafood industry.

dish as soon as possible.”

Entries for the 2021 National Fish & Chip Awards were

“Some shops, including many previous finalists

due to open on 1 May 2020, with judging to take place in

and winners of the National Fish & Chip Awards, have

late summer ahead of the awards ceremony next January.

remained open to run home delivery and collection only

In light of COVID-19 restrictions and the resulting closure of

services, to ensure people can still enjoy the best fish

many UK fish and chip businesses, Seafish have decided to

and chips available. Their creativity, innovation and spirit

cancel this year’s competition, and turn its focus to helping

are truly remarkable. We hope to incorporate all of this

fish and chip businesses to get back on their feet as quickly

great work in the awards programme for next year. With

as possible.

our valued sponsors and partners we will continue to

Marcus Coleman, CEO at Seafish said, “We’re aware

support the shops in these trying times.”

of the huge impact COVID-19 is having on fish and chip

To find out about the awards visit the National Fish &

businesses across the UK. In over thirty years of running

Chip Awards section of the Seafish website or contact the

the National Fish & Chip Awards, the industry has never

Seafish project team directly on fishandchips@seafish.

faced such a difficult situation and it’s very sad that so

co.uk.

many shops have been forced to temporarily close their doors over recent weeks.

Seafish is working on a range of initiatives to support seafood businesses during coronavirus, including collating information on how businesses are being impacted and using this to inform regular updates to government. It is also regularly updating information on support and advice available on its website.

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Young’s Foodservice introduce Jumbo Fish Fingers to provide operators with host of new serving options ish Fingers remain a firm favourite with diners of all

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“We wanted to create

ages, but whether you serve them in a sandwich, a

a product that was the

bun, or simply on their own, it is very rare that one

ideal size for operators to include on a range of menus.

is ever enough. That is exactly why Young’s Foodservice

The Young’s Jumbo Fish Fingers are exactly that, working

has introduced a range of Jumbo options (‘Jumbo Breaded

perfectly as a ‘go large’ alternative for older children on

Cod Fish Fingers’, ‘Jumbo Battered Cod Fish Fingers’ and

a young person’s menu, whilst also being the perfect size

‘Jumbo Battered Alaska Pollock Fish Fingers’) that weigh in

to use as a Fish Dog within a brioche bun to cater for the

at more than double that of a standard fish finger, in order

growing trend of flexitarian and meat-free diets”

to provide operators with a more robust singular option.

The Young’s Foodservice Jumbo Fish Fingers are made

Perfect for take-away operations or street food

in Great Britain and contain MSC Certified cod or Alaska

alternatives, the jumbo fish fingers have a greater rigidity

pollock that is delicately coated in golden breadcrumbs or

than their smaller counterparts, thereby improving the

a golden bubbly batter. Individually frozen to help minimise

holding time and providing superior volume for use in

waste, the Jumbo Fish Fingers can be oven baked, deep

wraps or when used for dipping in tartare sauce or a sweet

fried or grilled in minutes without defrosting to provide an

chilli dip.

immediate cook to order solution.

As

Joel

Carr,

Young’s

Foodservice

Development

Chef explains, this opens up numerous options for the

For further information on Young’s Foodservice please

foodservice operator:

call 0800 132 096 or visit www.youngsfoodservice.co.uk

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o help customers communicate with what little passing trade there is in these difficult times Blakemans are providing downloadable, printable point of sales posters for you to hang

in your shop windows .

You can visit - http://www.blakemans.co.uk and get printing today.

One of Europe’s leading manufacturers of sausage and meat products, the Blakeman family has supplied domestic and export catering and fast food markets for over 60 years. Using only the finest ingredients at their Newcastle-under-Lyme production facility has ensured a reputation for consistently high quality products. James T Blakeman (Services) Ltd is recognised as a leading supplier of cooked sausage and meat products to the ready meal and contract cooking markets.

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Sarson’s to Shine a Light on Community Heroes with New Campaign In the wake of the Covid-19 crisis, Sarson’s is championing the beloved fish & chip shops of Great Britain, who have risen to the challenge to

A further five sites will also receive £200 each towards their next orders.

On the new campaign, Bryan Carroll, Sarson’s Sales and Marketing Director, commented: “Whether they’ve decided to close during the current Covid-19 crisis to safeguard staff and customers or have now moved to take-

support their local communities,

away and delivery to serve the communities they love, we

through new social media campaign,

understand that for British chippies, these are uniquely

#ProudToServeOurCommunity

to support them through this so they can thrive once we

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challenging times. We therefore want to do what we can return to normality.

he campaign also aims to support Hospitality Action’s

“For many, chippies are already shining beacons in their

Covid19 Appeal and offers the chance for chippies to

communities; what better way to honour them at such a

receive not just the recognition they rightly deserve,

difficult time than by sharing their stories and rewarding

but a chance to win up to £500 towards their next

them – and indeed one of our most respected industry

wholesaler order.

charities – when they need it most. No matter how small or

Whether it’s through delivering direct to the elderly and

large the gesture, we want to hear these good new stories

vulnerable, offering food boxes and free food to key workers,

in the hope that it will help buoy the whole community. So

or simply continuing, where possible, to safely serve great

please get in touch at @SarsonsForChippies today!”

food to their communities, the news has been alive with

The campaign runs in conjunction with Sarson’s ‘Proud

inspirational stories of chippies across the UK going the extra

to Serve Quality Fish & Chip Shops of Great Britain’

mile to support their communities in these tough times.

campaign, which offers a range of support for quality fish

As a champion of quality fish & chip shops of Great

& chip shops including free 20ltr samples for those looking

Britain, Sarson’s is calling on friers to share their stories

to switch. Whilst for those already proud to serve Sarson’s

around how they are helping their local communities

free merchandise packs including a poster, sticker, tent card

through this crisis. Those who are going above and beyond

and new refillable branded bottles - details of which can be

to do what they can for their community are being asked

found at www.switchtosarsons.co.uk

to post on Facebook and tag @SarsonsforChippies (Sarson’s

To get involved with Sarson’s #ProudToServeOur

new dedicated page for fish & chip shops) and include the

Community campaign visit @SarsonsForChippies Facebook

hashtag #ProudToServeOurCommunity. For every valid

page and for full T&C’s across all offers and promotions visit

entry Sarson’s will donate £20 to Hospitality Action’s

https://www.switchtosarsons.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/

Covid19 Emergency Appeal, helping to support those across

With over 15 million bottles sold each year, Sarson’s Malt

the industry (including fish & chip shops) most in need, with

Vinegar is the UK’s number one malt vinegar brand. Sarson’s

the aim to reach £5,000 by the end of June.

is owned by Mizkan Euro Ltd., the European subsidiary of

Entries will close on 30th June, following which a panel of

Mizkan Group, a family-owned, Japanese business started

industry experts will choose one overall favourite, with that

in 1804. To find out more call: 0203 675 2220 or visit: www.

chippie receiving £500 towards their next wholesaler order.

mizkanfoodservice.co.uk

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National Fish and Chip Day is Back!

Following the resounding success of last year’s National Fish and Chip Day, and in response to the Government’s recent announcements, we are absolutely delighted to say that our celebration of the nation’s favourite dish will go ahead in

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2020, but a little later than planned on Friday 4th September!

s well as being one of the most popular

and hints and tips for getting the most from National Fish

awareness days of the year, we want National

and Chip Day 2020. Things like running competitions in

Fish and Chip Day this year to be even more

the build up to the day in your shop and on social media

special as we say a very big thank you to this

streams, running an offer “free side with every fish and

amazing industry who are at the centre of every community,

chip meal” on the day, or a competition to help customers

and who have, when able to do so safely, adapted to keep

celebrate National Fish and Chip Day. You can decorate your

us fed, and when that wasn’t possible have kept us all safe

shop with balloons or bunting and create a real buzz on the

by remaining closed at great sacrifice to their business. All

day. It really is very simple to get involved and it doesn’t

of them have shown great resilience throughout lockdown.

have to be costly. You can do as much or as little as you are

So let’s make National Fish and Chip Day 2020 the best yet as we bring together everyone involved in creating

able to – but whatever you do, you will be part of a huge, nationwide celebration of the UK’s favourite dish!

this iconic British dish; from Fish & Chip shops, pub chains,

This event is championed by trade organisation, The

restaurants, retailers, to the fishermen and farmers who

National Edible Oil Distributors Association (NEODA).

provide the sustainable and natural ingredients needed to

NEODA represents all the major refiners, key packers and

create this family favourite.

distributors of edible oils as well as suppliers of non-oil

Last year, National Fish and Chip Day was a day like no

products (such as batter mix, sausages, packaging, range

other, with everyone talking about the nation’s favourite

manufacturers and potato preservatives) in the UK. NEODA

dish from first thing in the morning until late at night!

President, Gary Lewis, comments, “National Fish and Chip

People across the country came together to celebrate their

Day has become more successful each year and in 2020 it

love of fish and chips. The PR campaign around the day led

will be a wonderful way to thank our amazing fish and chip

to shops reporting their highest footfall of the year…even

industry. It’s a celebration of the stars who work hard to

higher than Good Fryday in many cases. 62 million people

bring Brits their favourite traditional takeaway. We want to

would have seen, heard or read about National Fish and Chip

bring the whole industry together to celebrate and showcase

Day and we almost broke Twitter, Instagram and Facebook

the great British institution that is Fish and Chips.”

with 156 million reach on Twitter alone!

The Fishermen’s Mission charity is a beneficiary of

Friday 4th September 2020 looks set to be a fantastic

many fundraising events run on National Fish and Chip

celebration and we want as many people to get involved as

Day, receiving £1000 from the sale of merchandise alone.

possible!

They say, “National Fish and Chip day is a fantastic event

Following the huge demand for our range of super

which brings together the very best of the industry. Fishing

National Fish and Chip Day merchandise, we are delighted to

continues to be the most dangerous peacetime occupation

be once again selling our t-shirts, available in S, M, L, XL, 2XL

with a one in fourteen chance of being killed at work, the

and 3XL in red, white, blue and new for 2020 - black (pics

funds generated through National Fish & Chip day allow

attached) and caps which will be available again in black or

the Fishermen’s Mission to continue to provide Welfare and

red. These t shirts are undated so can be used again and

Emergency services to our Fishermen and their families, so

again. They can be ordered online at the National Fish and

on behalf of the Fishermen’s Mission team, and on behalf

Chip Day website www.nationalfishandchipday.org.uk

of all our beneficiaries, thank you from the bottom of our

Also on the website are downloadable posters to print and

hearts for all your incredible support during this event.”

display, plus logos, social media headers, a press release

What are you waiting for?! Come and join us in celebrating

template for you to add details to and circulate to your local

the nation’s favourite dish on Friday 4th September 2020 -

press and an updated Campaign Toolkit packed full of ideas

National Fish and Chip Day 2020!

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Serving breakfast could prove a If you’re not already serving breakfast, then now might

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be a good time to consider doing so reakfast is one of the fastest growing eating

key breakfast products, including muffins and pancakes.

out occasions and experts believe it could be

Another breakfast and brunch favourite – American

one area of the foodservice sector that has

pancakes – also saw an increase in sales.

the chance to grow further.

This is crucial information for fast food operators who

Insights firm The NPD Group recently

might be thinking of extending their opening hours to

revealed that breakfast ‘quick service restaurant’ visits

include breakfast and who are looking for further menu

increased by 4.5% in the year ending December 2019

ideas to tempt customers.

compared to the previous year.

In many cases, it is possible to take existing products

Serving breakfast could be a way to increase custom

that are already used in a takeaway or fast food outlet

and boost the bottom line, amid uncertainties in the

and just alter the way they are served to turn them into

foodservice sector, suggests Gordon Lauder, MD of frozen

tasty ‘breakfast or brunch items’.

food distributor Central Foods.

“Try serving something like the Golden Valley Foods

“Figures show that breakfast – as a day part to service

breaded chicken goujons on KaterBake Plain Belgian

– remains the fastest growing meal occasion amongst

waffles, drizzled with syrup, to create a delicious US-

operators in the UK,” explains Gordon.

style breakfast idea,” suggests Gordon, “or even serve

“It’s been seen especially in the delivery sector, drive-

alongside or between sugared donuts, as they do in the

through options and work-related food-to-go purchases.

States, for a sweet/savoury flavour explosion that’s got

The ‘off site’ aspect is growing seven times faster than

to be tried to be believed – it sounds odd but, weirdly, it

the ‘on site’ aspect, according to the NPD Group Bakery

just works!

Tracker in November 2019, and a Kantar Research Express

“The all-day breakfast has become a popular addition

Survey a year ago revealed that there’s been a 32.8%

to menus – so you may find that adding breakfast-style

increase in carried-out breakfasts.”

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winner, suggests Central Foods he adds. “Our luxury Fruit Bread, for example, tastes great toasted and buttered for breakfast or as a light snack at any time of day. But why not pimp it up, quickly and easily, with some fresh fruit and whipped cream for a really indulgent breakfast or treat? Just a little bit of extra input can turn this delicious breakfast basic into an instant showstopper, which will tap into customers’ needs to treat themselves during these uncertain times and easily command a premium to help your bottom line.

“Breakfast is a meal occasion that could give takeaway and fast food outlets new selling opportunities, both in terms of helping to bring operating hours forward, and also by expanding the menu range.”

Central Foods, which is based in Northamptonshire, is one of the UK’s leading frozen food distributors working in the foodservice sector. Its Golden Valley Foods chicken range – served in many takeaways and fast food outlets – is one of its most popular ranges. Amongst the more than 400 lines that it supplies are bakery items, breads, meat products, vegetarian, vegan and free-from items, plus desserts and puddings.

Central Foods currently sells to more than 220 independent wholesalers, as well as larger national and regional wholesalers, and foodservice caterers across the entire foodservice industry including takeaways, fast food outlets, schools, universities, pubs, bars, restaurants, hotels, leisure centres, garden centres, cafés, care homes and many other outlets.

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Make takeaway a top treat

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dapt to survive – that’s certainly the way

However crisp, golden and delicious they might be when

forward for the foodservice sector right now

cooked, they reach their destination cold and soggy – and

while the Covid-19 crisis turns businesses upside

no fries lover is going to be happy with that.

down. Food lovers are missing eating out and

That’s why Lamb Weston developed exciting unique new

operators are keen to fill the gap with takeaway

concept Hot2Home™ Fries – currently shaking up the fries

and home delivery.

home delivery and takeaway market.

Hot2Home keeps fries hot and crispy for an amazing 20 minutes and has wowed the industry, scooping a Silver Award for Foodservice Best New Ingredient, Component or Accompaniment Product in the British Frozen Food Federation’s (BFFF) Product Awards last year.

The Hot2Home concept works in a winning combination of two parts: newly developed fries with a special ultrathin starch coating (a closely-kept secret recipe!) to ensure they stay crispy and flavourful longer – plus a patented packaging that works with the fries coating to stay hot and crispy for 20 minutes.

A Skin-On version is available too, with that delicious extra potatoey taste that will keep all fries lovers satisfied.

Available in two cut sizes 6x6mm and 9x9mm, Skin-On comes in 9x9. Like all Hot2Home products, these new fries are available as a single product for dining in or as part of the revolutionary one-fry solution for home delivery and takeaway with the patented package.

Consumers’ expectations of and demand for tasty food has no waned so now, more than ever, it’s important to get the offer right with takeaway and you can explore Lamb Weston’s vast, exciting range of quality fries and potato products to enhance your menu.

Even in ‘normal’ times, chips, wedges and fries make up 60% of potato servings out of home, accounting for the lion’s share of both value and volume. Most are sold through fast food outlets and pub restaurants. [ADHB UK FoodServiceReview nov 2019] Everyone loves fries. The problem for takeaway and home delivery is that fries don’t always travel well.

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with Lamb Weston fries!

A right royal treat with DUKES

a little better for you. Sweet potato fries are a healthier,

For the traditional chip lover, the most important attributes

lower fat alternative to white potatoes, and offer more

of a chip are; crispiness outside, cut size (thick), fluffiness

variety and choice of side dishes.

inside, a hand-cut appearance, decent portion size and served up hot.* Bring on The DUKES!

Introducing The Dukes of

Chippingdom – proper British chips. Distinctively natural, gloriously golden, royally rustic thick-cut chips – made from 100% British potatoes.

Billed as the perfect pub chip, The DUKES will instantly add recognisable class and quality to any fast food or QSR operation too!

Available in Skin-Off and Skin-On, The DUKES have already earned their place in the Craft Guild of Chefs’ highly esteemed Product Endorsement gallery, with an above average rating.

They are Red Tractor certified,

gluten free and come in 2.5kg bags. So, make way for the proper British chip. DUKES – like no ordinary chips, are the ultimate quintessentially British menu item with a proud and distinguished British heritage. Remarkably reliable, fabulously fry-able, marvellously moreish and British through and through. With chips this tantalisingly tasty, one can see why the British started queuing!

Secret weapon!

For super crunchy fries that will fire up your profits, opt for Lamb Weston Stealth Fries®.

Lamb Weston’s sweet potato products include savoury

Innovative, unequalled and undeniably delicious, Lamb

seasoned Crispy Fries and Shoestring Fries – both

Weston’s Stealth Fries have a patented thin coating that

approved by the Craft Guild of Chefs. During the product

thinly coats each fry with a virtually transparent batter.

endorsement assessment, one chef said they already used

This makes them crunchier than standard fries and keeps

Lamb Weston’s Skin-On fries “as they offer great value and

them warm twice as long. Their premium quality means

yield”.

more servings per Kg, making them also highly profitable!

Lamb Weston’s sweet potato products are gluten-

Available with Skin-On and Skin-Off and in five cut sizes,

free and a brilliant way for operators to add veggie and

all gluten free.

vegan value and interest to menus.

Simply cook and

Sweet on fries

serve alongside protein such as bean burgers for a tasty

With the trend towards healthy eating (three-quarters of

satisfying meal.

industry leaders expect healthy eating offerings to grow the fastest over the next 3–5 years [MCA]), operators

* Consumer survey, 9th September 2019, London. 42kg of chips sampled with 310 consumers

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Aviko Partners with Flipdish to Help Operators Get Delivery Ready Aviko Foodservice has joined forces with online ordering service Flipdish for an exclusive deal that will allow operators to create an online presence for their takeaway offering and get delivery ready hrough this new partnership with Flipdish, Aviko

of days. This new partnership will make all the difference

Foodservice is offering its customers the chance

in helping operators increase awareness of their takeaway

to showcase their delivery service online with

service during these unprecedented times.”

an exclusive package designed to get fast food,

The Flipdish package will provide Aviko customers with

restaurant and pub operators up and running

a free website enabled with an online ordering system

within two working days.

Mohammed Essa, Commercial Director UK and Ireland, Aviko, explains;

to start taking orders straight away through third party delivery company Stuart Delivery. The offer also includes a complimentary android app and lower transaction fees

“In the midst of uncertainty, we are seeing a huge

of 6% (usually 7%) and 1.5% card fees (instead of 2.5%)

amount of resilience and entrepreneurship across the

– notably lower than other delivery service providers.

foodservice industry with operators adapting their

Instantly receive orders via email / tablet or if operators

offerings to best serve their communities. Delivery is now

prefer Aviko is also offering the chance to purchase a

the number one route for operators to reach customers

printer at the lower rate of £199 (usually £299) – providing

and we are delighted to have partnered up with Flipdish to

a saving of £100.

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“At Flipdish we pride ourselves on building up food

and, as well as be loaded with lighter healthier options.

brands, boosting their sales and driving customer loyalty,

Adding an appetiser range to your menu is ideal for

giving operators the tools to track sales growth and boost

home delivery and gives you a profitable addition to your

their marketing efforts. This partnership will give Aviko

orders. Aviko’s Mac N Cheese triangles have an extra thick,

customers the opportunity to take their businesses online,

crispy coating to keep in the heat, they are perfect as a

equipping operators across the foodservice industry with

side, loaded or part of a sharing meal deal. Additionally,

the resources they need to make their takeaway offering the best it can be.”

a great way to boost sales even further

To redeem this special offer, Aviko customers

can

visit

having vegan options on your delivery menu is

www.aviko.

and appeal to the growing number of flexitarians. Aviko’s Spicy Sweetcorn

co.uk/news/flipdish-special-offer

Bites consist of juicy sweetcorn

and

with flecks of bell peppers for a

start

delivering

to

their

communities.

With a range of products designed specifically for the takeaway and delivery market, Aviko’s new partnership will give pubs and restaurants everything they

chilli kick.

As one of the biggest potato processors in the world, Aviko has been the foodservice’s dedicated potato partner for over fifty years. With a range of chilled and

need to get their takeaway business up and running.

frozen potato specialities made by chefs, for chefs, Aviko’s

Aviko’s dedicated range includes Coated Chips, Fries,

extensive also includes range includes Hash Browns,

Sides, Snacks and Sharers, all developed to retain their

Premium Fries, Mash, Diced Sweet Potato and much more.

heat and keep their crunch. Loved by consumers, Aviko’s Sweet Potato Fries have a longer holding time than competitors and can increase profits as a premium extra

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For more information on Aviko’s extensive range call 0800 633 5611 or visit www.aviko.co.uk For everything Aviko visit: www.twitter.com/avikouk

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Pukka Offers Free Marketing Support to Help Fish and Chip Shops Deliver Pies to the People

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ukka, the UK’s favourite fish and chip shop pie

The Stardust Fish and Chip Shop, in Hopton, is one great

bran, has been helping the nation’s fish and chip

example. The chippy was one of the first businesses to

shops with marketing support to help drive sales

take advantage of Pukka’s free support after launching

for local fish and chip shop businesses. Fast Food

a delivery service via JustEat. In just one week, the

Professional Publisher, Athol Dipple, takes a closer look.

I was delighted to hear that Pukka is continuing to support fish and chip shops offering home deliveries and call and collect services during this uncertain time.

personalised social media adverts helped reach 80,000 people in the neighbourhood.

Gary Costar, Owner of The Stardust Fish and Chip Shop, says: “The Facebook advert was great for driving

Pukka’s campaign is designed to “help chip shop owners

awareness of our new delivery service with local residents,

who are working hard to feed the nation,” explains Pukka’s

and it brought in new customers who hadn’t been to

General Manager, Isaac Fisher. “The Great British chippy

the shop before. What’s more, it led to over 1,500 clicks

is – and always will be – our heartland, so it was important

through to our website and a 50% increase in delivery

to us that we did the right thing to keep bringing pies to

orders.”

the people. We want to support the chip shop community

Pukka is continuing to support the chip shop community

with a selection of free posters that can be personalised

with a choice of a free click and collect or home delivery

for shop fronts, making it clear that a delivery or call and

poster that can be personalised for shop fronts to raise

collect service is available.”

awareness and help drive sales.

As part of their offer of free marketing support, Pukka

“We’ve been working with fish and chip shops since

also designed social media adverts for chip shops, as well

1963, so it’s only right that we step in and offer a helping

as posters to communicate their delivery services to local

hand,” continues Fisher. “Together, we can make sure

communities.

people continue to enjoy pie and chips from their favourite

“Shining a spotlight on local fish and chip shops using

chippy.”

social media was key to spread the word that many were

To order a free poster, open and close sign, and other

still open for business and delivered brilliant results,”

materials, head to the trade section of Pukka’s website at

adds Fisher.

www.pukkapies.co.uk/trade and one will be posted out to you.

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Key Points Summary – Covid-19 UK Trade Response & Actions Foodservice & Delivery

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lthough we remain in lockdown officially until at least

Source: MCA Trade Response Updates w/c 27th April 2020

the 7th of May, this week has a continued theme of

In line with research we presented from Dataessential,

larger operators announcing their intention to re-

the US foodservice research company, around reticence of

open. Latest to state this intention alongside the previous

consumer to return to foodservice/hospitality settings we

announcements of Burger King, KFC and Pret, Greggs have

ran a consumer poll with Vypr this week to see how this

outlined an ambitious target of having 700 sites open by

aligns to UK perception.

the 1st July. This will be facilitated by a 20 site trial in

Whilst there is a very obvious polarising response to returning to hospitality and foodservice settings that are

Newcastle commencing on the 4th May. Outside of indicating a limited range of products and

busy, what is abundantly clear across the piece is the

shorter opening hours, how this trial will work in practice

expectation for providers to have made the necessary

remains to be seen.

adaptions to self-protect.

However, smaller players can

watch and learn from the implementation of necessary

Source: Vypr Poll, 513 UK Respondents, 28th April 2020

safeguards and also assess how viable re-opening is in the

In line with this please see below a link to an article from the Institute of Hospitality offering their thoughts on what

context of their individual business.

Also this week in recognition of the difficulties that will be faced by smaller operators, Alpro have announced

you may need to consider for the future operations of your business.

plans for a support package for independent coffee shops.

This will include free stock from their ‘For Professionals’

https://www.instituteofhospitality.org/how-will-hospitality-

range to help them when they re-open.

service-change-post-covid-19/

If restrictions were lifted/relaxed I would be happy to visit a busy pub/café/restaurant Agree

Neutral

36%

27%

Disagree

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I expect pubs/cafés/restaurants to put in place systems to allow me to self protect (eg. screens, social distancing) Agree

75%

Neutral

37%

Disagree

21%

4%

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Keeping the spread Jamie Woodhall, Technical & Innovations Manager at Rentokil Specialist Hygiene he UK, like the rest of the world, has been

should book several deep cleans per year. This may need to

turned upside down by Coronavirus. It’s now

increase depending on the volume of customers and hours

more important than ever that businesses

of operation, so we recommend that all businesses contact

take the right measures to keep their facilities

professional cleaning companies to create a bespoke

clean and employees safe – particularly

service and frequency schedule that works for them.

those preparing to re-open once the current lockdown

Professionally managed deep cleaning is especially

restrictions are lifted. Many fast food establishments will

important during a period of illness outbreak, and will tackle

potentially move from a limited takeaway service back to a

those hard-to-reach or rarely seen areas where potentially

full takeaway service, and therefore it will be important to

harmful micro-organisms may have built up. A deep clean

step up hygiene in line with higher customer expectations.

should include a thorough disinfection of high frequency

Regular cleaning is essential Fast food shops often contend with high footfall and limited space, which can increase the risk of cross contamination, so it is essential that those managing these sites take action, to ensure their premises don’t serve as a hotbed for viral infection.

Kitchen, seating areas and washrooms should be subject to vigilant daily and weekly cleaning routines due to their high footfall. We advise that this regular clean is scheduled and tracked, ensuring that it takes place consistently and on time.

It might sound simple but encouraging proper handwashing amongst employees is essential. Our hands are a natural breeding ground for germs and one of the principal carriers of harmful pathogens – in fact, 80% of infections are spread by hand. Ensuring your employees and customers have access to the essential handwashing tools – warm water, soap, drying facilities and ideally, hand sanitiser, as well as handwashing reminders – goes a long way to encouraging good hand hygiene practices.

touch points as well as moving all furniture or equipment away from the walls, to make sure no areas are missed from the standard cleaning routine. One powerful tool in the deep cleaning arsenal is Ultra Low Volume (ULV) disinfection fogging. This involves using a fogger to generate a mist of disinfectant which settles on top of, underneath and on the sides of objects, enabling specialist technicians to disinfect a large area in a short period of time.

Regarding the Coronavirus outbreak, takeaways that have remained open would be wise to review and update their cleaning regimes. They should also consider proactively preparing in case a deep clean is required, such as in the event they have a suspected or confirmed Coronavirus diagnosis onsite. This would require a contingency survey of the premises, typically offered by experts to enable them to gather key information in advance, including preparing a site-specific risk assessment, to enable a quick response in the event of a confirmed or suspected case of Coronavirus being reported on the site at a later date.

If there are no confirmed or suspected cases of

Proactive prevention

Coronavirus on a site, an all-purpose specialist disinfection

On top of a regular cleaning regime, fast food businesses

maybe appropriate to help protect against microbial

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of infection at bay infection, and to help maintain a high level of hygiene in

and kitchen surfaces, using a using high-level surface

the facility.

disinfectant to help minimise the risk of infection. ULV disinfection fogging would also be carried out, to help

Reacting quickly

ensure that all necessary areas are disinfected.

In addition to prevention, it’s also important that if an

Qualified technicians should always be equipped with the

employee or customer does contract or is suspected

necessary PPE, RPE and specialist disinfection equipment,

to have contracted Coronavirus, you react quickly to

to provide specialist cleaning and disinfection service

decontaminate the premises.

options safely and effectively. most

All waste generated as part of the disinfection process

circumstances the amount of infectious virus on any

According

to

government

guidance,

in

needs to be segregated onsite and then disposed of in a

contaminated surface is likely to have significantly

safe and legally compliant manner, in line with guidance

decreased after 72 hours. This is a key consideration to

set out by Public Health England, to help eliminate cross

determine the type of specialist disinfection service that

contamination.

your premises will need.

For businesses with a confirmed or suspected case of Coronavirus on the premises and where the site needs to be up and running quickly, then Rentokil Specialist Hygiene can implement stringently risk assessed infection control measures that go beyond the minimum World Health Organisation guidance.

Firstly, a service manager will survey the site wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE). Then, guided by the site-specific risk assessment, method statement and safe operating procedures, Royal Society for Public Health qualified staff would meticulously disinfect rooms and

Final words When it comes to cleaning regimes in fast food shops and takeaways, proactivity is essential to help prevent the spread of disease, particularly during an outbreak such as Coronavirus. Confined spaces and high footfall increase the standards of hygiene required. While hand hygiene will help stem cross contamination, specialist deep cleans will offer that extra level of protection and businesses should consider booking one in.

For more information, visit https://www.rentokil-hygiene. co.uk/?utm_source=PRRentokil Specialist Hygiene.

areas that pose a threat of causing cross contamination, using a high-level surface disinfectant on surfaces such as floors, walls, ceilings and any objects. ULV disinfection fogging may also be used when required, to allow for the treatment of large areas in a short space of time.

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Mechline charity partnership receives awards recognition

N

ational recognition has been given to the

have been possible. Today MK SNAP supports more than

long-term partnership between foodservice

65 adults a day and the assembly of Mechline Dormont

equipment manufacturer, Mechline, and MK

gas connectors is still a favourite skill-building project on

SNAP, a Milton Keynes based charity for

the timetable.

people with learning disabilities. The relationship, which has

The partnership highlights the trust Mechline place

lasted almost three decades, is shortlisted for the national

in the abilities of people with learning disabilities and

Third Sector Business Charity Awards – and sits amongst an

what they ‘can do’ and has given MK SNAP and Mechline

impressive line-up including Deloitte, Sky and Network Rail.

enormous pride.

MK SNAP is an education and skill-building charity for

Kristian Roberts, Marketing Manager at Mechline

people with learning disabilities. Mechline outsource part

Developments, comments: “Over the years, MK SNAP has

of the labelling, cleaning and packaging of its Dormont

been able to provide a wide range of skillsets to cover the

commercial kitchen gas hoses to MK Snap - whose fully

broad range of production assembly tasks that we have set

trained learners work together under the supervision of

them. They provide a good reliable service, and the quality

a tutor to perfect Mechline’s established procedures. The

is excellent. We find the added expense and commercial

finished product is then collected and checked by Mechline

time taken to outsource this work an investment to be

before being distributed across the UK.

very proud of. It’s a wonderful relationship. The scheme

People with learning disabilities gain invaluable skills

is currently on hold due to the Coronavirus pandemic, but

and a real sense of achievement and purpose assembling

all parties look forward to it beginning again as soon as

components of Mechline’s Dormont gas connectors. It

possible after the current situation improves and it is safe

builds skills, confidence and work-readiness and has led

to do so.”

to jobs for people with learning disabilities that may not

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The results of the awards shortlisting process is due in May.

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*

Dear Customers, Ref COVID19:

We remain isolated but available for filtration supply needs at a reduced level.

P1F will, despatch Tuesdays & Thursday, next day delivery until further notice.

We hope you all are able to keep safe, healthy and normality will return soon.

All the very best, from the P1F Team.

* 1st year warranty parts/labour and back to base. 2nd year parts and labour only

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Fish and Chip Shops Start to Re-Open Online Elderly fish and chips lovers may need to get tech-savvy if they want to keep enjoying their favourite meal, says fish and seafood supplier JJ Foodservice

G

overnment guidelines state that takeaways

was first announced. The wholesaler supplies more than

that re-open are encouraged to have a safe

2500 shops, which is 25% of the UK fish and chip market.

pre-ordering system in place which enables

“It’s been an extremely tough few weeks for fish and

customers to order online, by App or by phone.

chip shop operators. Many family businesses have had to

“Our sales figures are showing us that many shops are

shut down for the safety of their customers and staff”,

re-opening – and doing it online”, said Chief Operating Officer for JJ Foodservice, Mushtaque Ahmed.

“This means that you won’t be able to simply walk into your favourite shop and place an order anymore.”

said Ahmed.

The financial impact of the crisis, and the fluctuating cost of fish, could result in more “diverse menus” in future, including “chicken, veggie and vegan” options.

“If you’re desperate for cod and chips, you will need

“One thing’s for sure”, added Ahmed. “This is a sector

to order it in advance, online or on the phone, and only

with passion, resilience, and – as it slowly begins to get

collect it once you’ve been allocated a slot and your meal

back on its feet – will continue to be at the hearts of our

is ready.”

communities.”

The change in ordering methods could be a shock for

JJ Foodservice sells a range of fish and chip shops

more traditional customers, particularly elderly people,

essentials including sustainably sourced, fish, seafood,

who many not even own a mobile phone.

pickles,

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mushy

peas,

condiments,

biodegradable

packaging and soft drinks. The wholesaler is the founder and organiser of Women in Fish and Chips.

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New tool helps seafood businesses to find financial support during COVID-19

S

eafish, the public body that supports the £10bn UK

financial support measures tool to provide businesses

seafood industry, has released a new online tool to

throughout the seafood supply chain with a quick and

help seafood businesses identify what government

easy way to identify the government support that can help

financial support schemes they may be eligible for.

them through this challenging time.

Seafish’s new “Government support measures for the

“We also provided economic data and analysis to the

UK seafood industry” tool allows seafood businesses

governments to allow them to develop support packages

to quickly identify what government support they may

tailored for the seafood industry. We’re also supporting

be eligible to access during the COVID-19 outbreak.

industry with similar queries and continue to respond to

By selecting their business type and location, seafood

all of these requests.”

businesses can access information about packages which

The coronavirus section of their website also contains a

may be available to them and details of how to apply. The

list of other sources of advice and support for individuals

tool – which can be accessed from the Seafish website -

and businesses in seafood, as well as updates on the work

covers seafood sector specific packages and those open to

that Seafish is doing to support the sector through the

businesses more generally from the UK Government and

current situation.

the devolved administrations in Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.

Aoife Martin, Director of Operations at Seafish said: “With various support packages for seafood businesses and announcements from each of the home nations in recent weeks, businesses may have found it difficult to keep track of exactly what help they are eligible for.

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• Access Seafish’s Government support measures for the UK seafood industry tool at https://public.tableau. com/profile/seafish#!/vizhome/COVID-19Support/ COVID-19GovMeasures • COVID-19 advice and support for businesses on Seafish’s website: https://www.seafish.org/article/ covid-19-advice-and-support-for-businesses June and July 2020 • Fastfood Professional

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IMC and Lincat join forces to deliver an innovative new mobile hand wash solution

I

n response to the coronavirus pandemic, and following feedback from a number of healthcare operators, the IMC and Lincat teams have joined forces to develop

a large capacity Mobile Hand Wash Station. This is for organisations that need to add to their existing hand wash facilities but don’t have a power supply available for where it needs to be located.

Helen Applewhite, Marketing Manager for IMC and Lincat brands, said: “It has become apparent over the past few weeks that the hand wash facilities available on the market today are

Ye Olde Oak peri-peri hot dogs

limited in where they can be located due to the requirement of a power supply. It is great that our R&D teams have risen to the challenge and so quickly developed a solution

Looking for something new and different

for organisations looking for a simple, hygienic and easy

for your Takeaway menu?

way to ensure hand washing is carried out by staff and visitors in the fight against Covid-19.”

S

ummer’s here and the BBQ’s are out! Hopefully the

The Mobile Hand Wash Station, model number F63/503,

sunshine will stay. This simple and delicious recipe will

has a large 20 litre water tank, which is double the capacity

take just 8 minutes, here’s what you need and how to do it.

of most models currently available.

The water tank is easily removed for

Ingredients

refilling and is accessed from the

• Ye Olde Oak peri-peri hot dogs

front of the unit.

• Skewer sticks

The foot-operated pump allows

• 1 red pepper, cut into chunks

the user to dispense just the

• 200g halloumi

required amount of water with

• 8 slices of pineapple

no need for hand contact with

• 1 onion, cut into chunks

the tap, therefore maximising hygiene.

A separate internal waste

Method 1. Empty peri-peri hot dogs, including brine, into a sauce

collection tank holds the waste

pan and heat gently for about

water, removing the need for

5 minutes.

drainage. The waste tank is also easy to remove and accessed from the front so once the station

2. Once cooked, add all your

is in place, there is no need to move it, unless you want to.

ingredients onto the skewer

The Mobile Hand Wash Station is more than just a sink.

sticks and place on the BBQ

With its splashback, soap dispenser and paper towel holder,

turning frequently.

as well as the optional waste bin ring, it is a fully mobile, all in one compact solution which can be located anywhere.

3. Cook until lightly browned and serve.

A robust and hygienic stainless steel construction, large wheels and a handle make the Hand Wash Station quick and easy to manoeuvre.

New Peri-Peri hot dogs will be

The IMC Mobile Hand Wash Station is available to

just £1 starting price!

purchase from Lincat. Stock is available now. For more information please see www.lincat.co.uk

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Venixlife –

Touchless Hygiene Station With the government starting to lift lockdown restrictions, operators need to consider how they can make their premises Covid compliant to ensure the safety of both customers and staff

M

aintaining the highest possible levels of hand hygiene to prevent the transmission of Covid-19 remains central to government advice - and the new Venixlife, Touchless Hygiene Station provides a stylish solution for the handsfree dispensing of sanitising gel.

The Venixlife Touchless Hygiene Station combines contemporary Italian design and durable

stainless steel construction, dispensing hand sanitiser gel by the use of an adjustable foot pedal, avoiding any surface contact with your hands.

Steve Morris, Sales Director at Jestic Foodservice Solutions commented: “The Venixlife Hygiene Station is compact, robust, easy to clean and the stylish design means it can be placed in any environment, including entrances, front of house or wherever hand sanitisation is required. The ergonomic design includes a height adjustable plate to hold any size of sanitiser bottle and the hands-free operation will reassure business owners, customers and staff alike.”

The innovative Venixlife touchless system is designed and made in Italy in compliance with the HACCP international health and hygiene standards and it is totally plastic waste free.

The Venixlife touchless system can be configured to suit an operators precise needs with a range of accessories available including: a stainless steel information board, glove and mask box, roller and spray holder and waste basket. Customised colours and laser engraving are also available on request.

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Hoshizaki help operators to minimise touchpoints with their range of self-serve ice and water dispensers Hoshizaki UK is helping operators to minimise touchpoints and improve hygiene within their operation with their 7-product wide range of self-serve DCM ice and water dispensers. erfect for healthcare environments, staffrooms, kitchens,

leisure

centres,

takeaway

houses,

canteens and offices, Hoshizaki DCM dispensers are not only key to keeping staff/visitors/patients hydrated, but they also eradicate the need for hands-on contact with ice/water as explained by Roz Scourfield, National Sales Manager at Hoshizaki UK: “Each Hoshizaki DCM ice/water dispenser features a clever LED system which allows the user to refill their cup/glass with ease. This is done by resting your cup/ glass against the lever and pressing the ice/water button to start; seconds later, and your high quality, Hoshizaki refreshment is ready!”

In addition to eradicating the need for users to handle ice by hand, Hoshizaki has taken hygiene precautions yet further by developing a unique, new lever design which prevents the lip of the cup/glass touching the machine, therefore minimising the risk of bacterial transfer.

Ideal for venues with various capacity demands, the DCM dispenser range features models with various production capacities which start at 60 kg and end at 230 kg of ice per day – an impressive production capacity which doesn’t come at the expense of space due to the compact design of each DCM model.

Exceptionally easy to clean and configure, Hoshizaki DCM ice and water dispensers not only put the needs of the user at the forefront of design, but the operator too. This is especially true for NHS venues that are now being offered 44% off of two of Hoshizaki’s DCM models – the DCM 60KE-HC and DCM 120KE-HC - in addition to a selection of units from their Compact and Snowflake refrigeration range.

The price of Hoshizaki DCM ice and water dispensers starts from £3890.

For more information on Hoshizaki’s ice machine range, or to find out about any of the other appliances in the Hoshizaki portfolio, please visit www.hoshizaki-europe.com or call 01322 616 900.

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Solutions for safe, social distance working from Metro

T

he Metro SmartLever™ Productivity System from

and worksurfaces, which can mean 30-50% more storage

Jestic Foodservice Solutions is helping operators to

capacity versus four post shelving in the same foot print.

maximise the available space in their kitchens and

With no posts in the way, products are also easy to see

other areas, so staff can work efficiently and at a safe

and easy to access. SmartLever™ systems are constructed

distance from their colleagues, in line with Coronavirus

from heavy gauge, epoxy coated steel and come with

social distancing regulations.

the reassurance of a 10 year limited warranty. Building a

SmartLever™ is a strong cantilever shelving system,

SmartLever™ system for your individual needs is a simple

which is quick and easy to install and enables operators

process of choosing a starter kit, the desired shelves and

to set up individual workstations and storage areas in

work surfaces, the compatible arm pairs and finally adding

virtually any space. The flexible SmartLever™ system

accessories or a SmartWall grid to fit the application.

can be configured to suit each operations’ precise needs,

The SmartWall range of accessories complement the

and can be used in conjunction with SmartWall® storage

SmartLever™ systems by creating a useful storage solution

accessories and the PrepMate™ Multistation to optimise

for the often underutilised wall space. A wide variety of

even safer working in commercial kitchens.

shelves, containers and specialised accessories can be

Steve Morris, Sales Director at Jestic Foodservice Solutions commented: “For operators running home

added to a base grid, all of which incorporate Microban® antimicrobial protection.

delivery services and for those businesses looking ahead

PrepMate™ is a portable, multifunctional workstation

to an easing of lockdown restrictions, keeping staff safe

which can be wheeled to any location, enabling chefs to

by adhering to social distancing in the kitchen is crucial.

efficiently perform a wide variety of prep tasks at a safe

Metro’s SmartLever™ Productivity System makes it simple

distance from other staff. A QwikSet option is available for

to create standalone prep and storage areas either in a

PrepMate™ which effortlessly raises or lowers the work

kitchen, or in outbuildings or storage space, if you are

surface height to achieve the ideal ergonomic position.

adapting these to improve social distancing in the main

When the prep is complete the compact PrepMate™ can

area. This system allows staff to work efficiently and safely

fit perfectly beneath a SmartLever™ work surface until it

in their own space and provides the ideal solution for

is required.

operators in these challenging times.”

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For more information about the Metro range please call Jestic on 01892 831 960 or visit www.jestic.co.uk.

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MONEY MATTERS

How You Can Support Local Businesses During Lockdown

U

nfortunately, the Covid-19 pandemic continues to take

these are all necessary procedures that have been established,

its toll on our everyday lives, therefore, it is important

those of our smaller local stores have gone to the same lengths

we maintain high spirits and support each other and

and yet are less likely to have the lengthy queues that come

our local communities as much as possible. As non-essential

attached. To prevent our long-standing local corner shops and

stores remain closed until further notice, there is little we can

convenience stores from financially suffering during this time,

do to help with this reality. However, for those small local shops

let’s discuss the pros for both them and you for continuing to

and convenience stores that continue to provide us with our

shop locally.

essential items and necessities, there are steps put in place to

One important point to consider is the queues. As hundreds

help support their success during this tough time.

from your surrounding local areas join the back of the line to

We discuss how to help see our long-standing local businesses

fight over toilet paper and pasta packets, others are waiting in

survive through the Covid-19 pandemic.

shorter lines to buy the exact same products only five minutes down the road from their home. Shopping locally not only

Takeaways On a more positive note, the food service delivery market has grew in value to a staggering £8.5 billion in 2019, and it’s no

means you’ll be in contact with less people for a shorter amount of time, it will also help maintain local stores’ sales levels and financial stability throughout this pandemic.

secret that the ease of an already made meal is a desirable option for everyone every now and then. Therefore, now is a better

Support your local butchers

time than ever to treat you and your family to an occasional

Local fishmongers, farm shops and butchers aren’t considered to

takeaway and make use of that restaurant discount you have

be an essential store and are therefore closed during this time.

lying around to help keep your favourite local takeaways in

As government restrictions begin to lift in the near future, it is

business. Now, the issue of ensuring that your food is delivered

vital we welcome them back with a community full of support.

and consumed with no risk of contracting the coronavirus is

Not only have the fishmongers and butchers that own these local

something that plays on everyone’s mind. However, putting in

shops financially suffered, the likes of farmers have too, followed

place some basic safety precautions when your food has been

by an abundance of independent farm owners and harvesters.

delivered can help relieve this concern.

There seems to be a common assumption that buying meat

Remember to leave delivery instructions. Thanks to food

and fish from local traders is more expensive than buying it

delivery apps such as Uber Eats and Just Eat, adding a side note

from supermarkets, however, the benefits of buying from such

to your delivery driver asking them to leave the food at your

are often overlooked. The quality and freshness of the meat and

door, or to meet you at the foot of your drive to prevent being

fish for a start can be undoubtedly better than what is offered in

in close contact with them, is made easy. By putting these basic

supermarkets, all provided to you by the reassurance from your

safety precautions in place, it limits the risk of spreading the

local trader that you’re getting what you paid for. Not only that,

virus through close physical contact with others. When it comes

by sourcing your meat and fish locally, you are providing financial

to eating your takeaway, there is no evidence to suggest that

support to local traders and farmers who all receive a share of

the virus can be contracted through food, however disposing

your purchase.

of the packaging it was delivered in and washing your hands after is advised.

As soon as lockdown restrictions eventually become more lenient, help support your local residents that work in the

One way to express your gratitude to delivery drivers, is

primary sector, by sourcing your desired meat, pastries, fruits,

by giving them a tip! Not only is it important to support your

and vegetables from them directly. After all, what would we do

local businesses, but also those that work for them — especially

without them?

under the current societal circumstances. As the World Health

As the Covid-19 pandemic continues, the economy as a whole

Organisation clarifies no warning against using paper money

is inevitably going to be affected by its aftermath. Although

throughout the pandemic, giving a little something extra to

we cannot single-handedly do anything to stop this, we can

those that continue to work is another way you can boost your

financially and physically support the local communities around

community’s welfare.

us to help them survive and prosper through this time and thereafter.

Start going local Whilst leading supermarkets including Tesco, Morrisons, and

Sources

Aldi are going to extra lengths to ensure their customers remain

https://www.thesun.co.uk/money/11260505/supermarkets-limiting-

safe whilst shopping, this has come at the cost of lengthy

customers-elderly-vulnerable-skip-queues/

queues and long wait times to get into their stores. Although

https://www.accordingtoelle.com/5-good-reasons-to-get-yourself-a-butcher/

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The Fishermen’s Mission is the fishermen’s charity. For nearly 140 years the Fishermen’s Mission has supported fishermen and their families across calm and stormy sea. This is still true today.

T

he coronavirus has taken its toll on the UK fishing

further financial support and grants specifically to help

industry and the Fishermen’s Mission is appealing

fishing families and fishermen’s children.

to fishing families who may be struggling to get in

touch.

Ali Godfrey comments: “Working alongside other maritime charities, the

Ali Godfrey, Director of Business Development for the

Fishermen’s Mission can access bespoke funding and

Fishermen’s Mission, speaking directly to fishermen’s

means of support that are not available elsewhere,

families says:

particularly for fishermen’s children. Many fishing families

“We know how difficult life is at the moment. We also

with children have already contacted us for support so

know that asking for help is never easy. Today I am

please do not struggle through this crisis on your own.

appealing to fishermen, to their wives and partners and

Pick up the phone and give us a call, we are here to help

to wider members of fishermen’s families who are facing

you and your family.”

difficulties to make a call to the Fishermen’s Mission. We

Details of local Fishermen’s Mission Port Officers can be

are always here to listen and give practical guidance. The

found at www.fishermensmission.org.uk or by calling for

support we can give you may make all the difference.

free on 0800 6441020

Together, we can get through this crisis, so do not hesitate,

Twitter: @thefishmish

call us today.”

Facebook: www.facebook.com/fishermensmission

The Fishermen’s Mission may also be able to access

To offer your support Text AFLOAT to 770085 to donate £2.

FEM’s safety screens make paying safe again A range of screens from Follett help to control exposure

F

EM are now supplying a comprehensive range of

incorporates

safety screens from Follett designed to reduce the

counter brackets

chance of infection at checkouts and customer

to prevent the unit swinging, making it

service and payment counters.

just as safe as the counter mounted units.

Constructed from clear, hard-wearing acrylic these screens

The 5mm acrylic sheet is sturdy and hard-wearing, and

are a simple way to reduce exposure between customers

simple to clean. Both the size and the location of the cut-

and staff. Each features a cut-out hole to facilitate payment

out can be adjusted according to requirements.

and the range includes a number of variations to account for most counter types.

“FEM is committed to providing simple solutions to the problems of businesses looking to adapt to a post-

This includes free-standing self-supporting units, one

lockdown world,” says Mark Hogan, commercial director of

unit with a sturdy stainless steel base and suction cups

FEM. “This is a simple and low-hassle way for operators

and one with a thumbscrew mounting under the counter,

to improve the safety of both their employees and their

perfect for a desk or kiosk counter. No tools are required

customers.”

for installation allowing it to be deployed quickly with little or no disruption to service. Furthermore, FEM supply a

The screens have list prices starting from £173.00 for the quick set model.

quick set mobile variant which can be moved around your business and placed where you need it when you need it.

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Safety first: Implementing effective social distancing measures with lightweight, portable equipment

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arge businesses in the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and fast-food sectors are slowly beginning to reopen delivery and drive-through services to the

public following the nationwide lockdown due to COVID-19.

Burger King, for example, has committed to reopening 20 branches per week across the UK until its 500 restaurants are back up and running. McDonald’s, on the other hand, has taken a more cautious approach and opened an initial 15 sites in the South East with a view to reopening

free automatic label dispensers. Great for improving

more drive-throughs across the UK in the coming weeks.

assembly workflows in the kitchen, a lightweight electric

Elsewhere in Europe, the French government has enabled

label dispenser that automatically peels and dispenses a

restaurants and cafés in regions with limited infections to

new label, once the previous one has been removed, are

reopen in June, while Germany has kept restaurants and

quick and easy to use. Since they require minimal touch

hotels closed to limit the risk of people travelling across

for dispensing, small and portable label dispensers are the

the country.

go-to for any kitchen that needs to save on space, time and

The challenges, however, remain for QSRs. Between

adhere to social distancing measures.

difficulties in sourcing supply from a variety of distributors to moving their services online, smaller independent

Of course, when speed is of the essence, how can staff

outlets are perhaps taking a much harder hit to their

maintain social distancing when consumer demand is

finances than the larger chains. Yet the biggest challenge

high? Solutions that can accurately track staff in real-time

for QSR businesses, large and small, is how they can

become crucial to the QSR environment. Employers should

implement safe social distancing measures in kitchens

opt for flexible RFID enabled and barcode products that

that have historically operated tight-knit production lines

can easily print tamper-proof ID badges for employees.

to ensure a quick and convenient customer service.

Not only does this mean restaurant managers can easily see where the hotspots are in a kitchen to help refine

Putting safety first QSR employers are required to put in place stringent

productivity, they can also ensure employees are safely keeping their distance from each other.

health and safety measures that adhere to government guidelines to protect employees and prevent the spread

Pre-plan to reduce costs

of the virus. Adequate access to PPE equipment, such

For smaller family-owned restaurants who rely on busy

as gloves and face masks, can protect the employee in

gatherings and word of mouth to survive, the challenge to

the workplace to a certain degree. However, to operate

swiftly move to a takeaway service is much more difficult.

efficiently and reduce waiting times for consumers,

Now, many smaller businesses are opting for mobile

employees are often in close proximity when preparing

catering units to continue providing restaurant-quality

food and drinks. To combat this, QSRs may have to

food to locals. Others, are reducing their menu ranges,

change the layout of their kitchens, introducing one-way

decreasing kitchen staff and using social media or delivery

systems for staff, creating hand sanitiser stations between

apps to enable consumers to pre-order their meals in

workstations and implementing new lightweight and

advance. With unpredictable consumer ordering the main

portable kitchen equipment to enable mobile food and

reason for the £16.7m rise in food waste during lockdown,

beverage production lines.

according to a survey of 341 UK restaurants by Just Eat

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waste into the bargain.

automated inventory management and efficient labelling

There are many other lightweight, mobile solutions

processes are key for businesses that want to reduce

available to help the QSR industry get back on its feet. At

food waste. Lightweight and portable label printers that

SATO, we have a range of products that can help, including

are optimised for use in the QSR industry often feature

the PW2NX and FX3-LX range, which offer many of the

anti-bacterial casings that are easy to clean and wipe

above features. But first, we recommend creating an action

down when in a busy kitchen environment. In addition,

plan, utilising what you already have at your disposal and

printers that can be fully operated with disposable gloves

taking it one step at a time. After all, safety comes first!

are highly effective for on-demand food labelling. This means staff can change the date and time the food was

For more information on SATO, please visit: https:// www.satoeurope.com/

prepared, detail nutritional information, list ingredients

‘Takeaways wasting 33% more food during lockdown’,

and allergen advice in real-time to minimise time spent on

Footprint, May 2020 https://www.foodservicefootprint.

administration, drive down business costs and reduce food

com/takeaways-wasting-33-more-food-during-lockdown/

New click and collect tech aims to give food shops a boost during lockdown A technology firm is launching a unique ordering platform to help food shops trade more safely and effectively during the Coronavirus pandemic

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Rob Baker from Graticule Personalisation

orage Lite, which is being launched today, will enable

Stripe, a popular payments system used by thousands of

customers to order, pay for, and pick up orders

small businesses.

without having to come into an outlet’s premises.

Shoppers need nothing more than a smart phone to use

the new zero-contact click-and-collect system.

Graticule Personalisation, the firm behind Forage Lite,

Forage Lite was fast tracked to meet the crisis and was developed in four weeks using technology from Graticule’s Forage service which is being launched later in the year for supermarkets, restaurant and retail chains.

says the platform is versatile and can be used by mini-

Graticule Personalisation is run by Rob Baker and Dave

markets, grocers, off-licences and independent speciality

Hall who met when working on an inventory project for

food and drink shops. Forage Lite is currently being offered

Starbucks. The pair, who founded Graticule two years ago,

free of charge to all retailers in the UK

have tech experience with brands such as Sainsbury’s,

Forage Lite works by allowing customers to order via text,

Morrisons and KFC.

Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp. Shops can change stock

Graticule’s chief technology officer Dave Hall says: ‘There

availability and post offers for customers looking for special

is no need to be a techie or have IT support to set-up Forage

deals.

Lite. Shops and their customers, can start using it as soon

When the order is received and accepted by the shop

as they sign-up.’

owner, a link is sent to the customer to make the payment

Graticule’s CEO Rob Baker says: ‘Forage Lite will help

online. The shop owner is notified when the payment

food retailers operate more effectively and safely through

is processed and is given the registration plate of the

the pandemic by taking away physical interaction through

shopper’s car. The buyer is alerted when the order is ready

handling money or goods, while giving customers a more

and can drive to the outlet and text they have arrived. The

convenient and faster way to collect their orders.

shopper’s identity is confirmed through the number plate

‘Many retailers have been hit hard by the Coronavirus.

and the goods brought out and placed in the boot without

They are an essential part of local communities and the

the customer having to leave the car.

economy and we want to do our bit to help them come

Customers who prefer to walk or cycle to an outlet can pick-up orders at a pre-designated point.

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Cloud-connected technology and solutions that excel in

through this difficult period.’

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Leicester company launches disposable and recyclable cardboard face shield

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he face shield is based on existing designs, but

band to allow additional room for eyewear. The frame is

overcomes the necessity of a sponge forehead

made from solid biodegradable cardboard whilst the visor

spacer with a simple, yet effective cardboard

window is of an anti-mist treated recyclable polyester

interlocking strap. The company’s existing ‘window

material. For environmentally friendly disposal, the film

patching’ machines enable it to place an anti-mist thin

window needs to be removed from the cardboard frame

plastic film to the die-cut cardboard frame of the shield.

and recycled separately.

In the normal course of business, these ‘window

Whilst there is no guarantee that this face shield will stop

patching’ machines place clear view windows into boxes

the wearer from catching or spreading viruses, used in

predominantly for the food packaging and luxury goods

conjunction with social distancing practices it does provide

sectors.

a practical and economical additional layer of protection

“The Eco Staysafe Shield is a helpful solution to the

that may assist in infection prevention.

current PPE shortages and doesn’t necessitate too much

The team at Eco To Go is hopeful this eco-friendly

modification to our existing factory processes,” explains

product will free-up the PPE urgently required by the NHS

Chris Goodayle, the company’s director of operations. He

whilst enabling other less vital businesses to get back to

continues, “We believe the shield is ideal for those working

work. In an added effort to support the frontline workers,

in the care industry, catering, retail, hairdressing and

Eco To Go will be donating a percentage of profits from the

other professions involving regular face-to-face customer

sales of Eco Staysafe Shields to the local NHS charity.

contact.”

For more information on the Eco Staysafe Shield or Eco To

The disposable face shield is adjustable to accommodate most head sizes. It also features a two position forehead

Go Food Packs call Eco To Go on 0330 058 2927 or visit: www.ecotogofoodpacks.co.uk/product/eco-staysafe-shield/

JJ Donates 1500 veggie fish and chip meals to Cystic Fibrosis Ward in St James Hospital, Leeds JJ Foodservice has donated 4800 veggie fish fingers, 425kgs of chips and 47kgs of mushy peas to the Cystic Fibrosis Ward of St James’ NHS Hospital in Leeds.

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ollowing the closure of many schools, the business redeployed its tasty supplies to the ward, which accommodates more than 400 adults.

kind generosity during these difficult times.”

Sedat Kaan Hendekli, Head of Operations at JJ Foodservice

said,

“Senior

Charge

Nurse

Jason

Patricia Kilpatrick, Director of Cystic Fibrosis (CF)

Swarbrooke (pictured left) and his team on the

Care in the UK said, “It was a relief to hear that a food

Unit are doing an incredible job under challenging

company like JJ Foodservices could offer vulnerable CF

circumstances. We were pleased we were able to do

patients who have to self-isolate for 12 weeks during the

something small to help.”

Covid-19 lockdown a next-day free delivery service to

JJ Foodservice has been listed as an ‘alternative

their door. Now the donation to the CF Unit at St James’s

supplier’ on the Cystic Fibrosis Trust website. The

in Leeds for patients on the ward is fantastic. On behalf

company offers a contact-free next day home delivery

of the CF community we would like to say a very big

service for orders placed by 9pm across 11 UK branches

thank you for the service you are offering and your very

including to shielding and vulnerable customers.

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s Coronavirus lockdown measures start to ease, businesses

the advanced and compact wall-mounted HyGenikx unit is a plug

in the hospitality industry are faced with the challenge of

and play option that will quietly go about its business - keeping staff,

protecting staff and customers by ensuring their sites are

customers, food and surfaces protected from viruses and bacteria,

Covid-secure. Whilst this may seem a daunting prospect for many,

even in the hardest to reach areas. Whilst HyGenikx units have not

there are some simple procedures that can be quickly put in place to

been tested against the Coronavirus itself, they have been shown to

help comply with Government guidance, especially around enhancing

kill a wide range of microbes that are more difficult to eradicate than

cleaning and hygiene procedures. To assist operators, Mechline has

the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

issued some practical advice to make reopening and returning to work as safe and stress free as possible.

HyGenikx utilises a combination of the most effective air and surface sterilisation technologies available to produce Superoxide

Although Coronavirus is a respiratory illness, mostly spread

Ions and Plasma Quattro, which are proven to target and kill biological

through virus-laden droplets, frequent and thorough handwashing for

hazards, including Salmonella, E.coli, Norovirus, and other primary

20 seconds with soap and running water is still central to preventing

sources of infections. HyGenikx models start from as little as £289,

and slowing the spread. As such, government advice to restaurants

require no costly installation as they simply plug in to a standard

and foodservice operators is to build awareness of good handwashing

socket and consume very little energy, requiring only 9-13 watts. The

technique and the need to increase handwashing frequency.

integral lamp and battery in a HyGenikx unit will provide 12 months of

As we all know, traditional manual taps require the user to touch

trouble-free operation. The HyGenikx range has models to suit every

the tap lever or handle with dirty hands. Once hands are washed, the

application, from food preparation areas, cold rooms, and front of

same lever or handle has to be touched by the clean hands to turn the

house, to washrooms, refuse areas and beyond. The HyGenikx range

tap off resulting in possible re-contamination. One way to reduce this

is also proven to extend the shelf-life of stored perishable fresh food

potential of cross contamination is by reducing the need to touch the

by an average of 58%, with some produce proving to last as much as

taps altogether. The BaSix range of non-contact hand wash stations

150% longer. Principally the life and quality of fruit and vegetables

from Mechline Developments is helping foodservice operators across

can be significantly extended – which in turn can significantly reduce

the UK to achieve optimal hand hygiene, whilst reducing water

food waste and cost.

consumption.

Once commercial kitchens reopen, operators should also consider

Thought should also be given to the location of, and the number

how they will manage their food waste, fats, oils and grease (FOG)

of washbasins that are required as this can help to further reduce the

in order to reduce the number of supplier collections and social

risk of social contact and shared touchpoints. For operators looking

contact that are required. Mechline has a variety of easy to install, low

to install additional basins in their premises, models with a compact

maintenance solutions for the efficient and environmentally friendly

design, such as Mechline’s Basix range, are highly recommended as

processing of food waste and FOGs. Take for example Waste2O which

they are quick and easy to install and are supplied with a mounting

can digest up to 180 Kg of organic food waste over a 24-hour period,

bracket and integral spirit level. Featuring leg activation, soft touch

turning it into waste water with no solids to dispose. Collections of

technology, these stylish, curved basins have no sharp corners,

fats, oils and grease can be significantly reduced thanks to Mechline’s

exposed bolts or protruding hazards for staff to bump into. To further

combined FOG intercept and treatment system which utilises

reduce the risk of contact, operators can also opt for a complete

GreasePak’s proven biological treatment solution in conjunction with

solution, which incorporates a hands-free basin with integrated soap

the BioCeptor FOG, Intercept and Treatment (F.I.T) unit. The system

dispenser and a bin to dispose of hand towels such as the BaSix

retains and break down fats, oils and grease preventing them from

Hygiene Station.

entering the drainage systems.

In addition to implementing enhanced hand washing procedures,

As we all know, each operation is very different and whilst general

businesses will also need to ensure that their cleaning routines are

guidance can be given, for more specific advice about your own

maximised to keep surfaces free from viruses and contaminants which

needs and requirements, Mechline specialists are on-hand to provide

could spread infection. The good news is that advanced technologies

support and direction, either via email info@mechline.com or on the

are now available to help which don’t cost the earth. For example,

telephone 01908 261511.

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Customers to Reject Ordering Kiosks Due to Coronavirus Fears ● Research released today shows use of touch-screen kiosks to order food likely to collapse after lockdown ends

● Customers now more likely to want to use own mobiles to order due to hygiene concerns

dining restaurants (51%), pubs and bars (51%) and cafés (58%) within weeks of venues reopening.

The findings provide hospitality operators with some clear guidance on what customers will be looking for in order to entice them back to venues reopening their

● Majority of customers want to return to their favourite

doors. When asked what would make them more likely to

restaurants, cafés and bars within a few weeks of re-

visit a restaurant, bar or café after the lockdown, most

opening

want to know there are clear hygiene measures in place,

N

ew research released today by mobile order &

with 58% saying they would want to know the venue is

pay provider Wi5 shows that nearly two thirds of

being regularly cleaned, and 54% wanting to see provision

UK adults (61%) say they will avoid using touch-

of hand-sanitiser throughout the venue. The next most

screen kiosks to order food and drink in hospitality venues

important issues relate to social distancing, with 48%

once the lockdown measures are lifted.

Touch-screen

wanting to see limits to the numbers of customers in each

kiosks have become hugely popular in fast-food outlets

store, and 36% saying they would be swayed positively by

such as McDonald’s and Burger King in recent years, but

seeing floor markers for social distancing.

fears over sharing the screens with other customers is now likely to hugely impact their usage.

Gavin Peters, Chief Marketing & Strategy Officer for Wi5 said “These results clearly show how customer behaviour in

Instead, 59% of respondents to the survey agreed they

hospitality will change after the lockdown ends, with ordering

would now be more likely “to use my own mobile to order and

kiosks likely to be seen as too much of a hygiene risk for

pay from a table” than before the crisis took hold. Of those

most customers. Helping customers use their own devices

who said they’d avoid using a touch-screen, the number one

for ordering, making some simple operational changes to

reason was “not liking the thought of touching a screen used

limit any perceived unnecessary hygiene risks and, crucially,

by so many other people before touching my food”.

communicating those changes well to customers will be key

The research found that over half of respondents said they were likely to return to fast food (59%) and casual

to helping rebuild consumer confidence and ensuring the sector recovers as fast as possible”.

British Kebab Awards winner to provide 1000 free meals to NHS heroes

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appadocia restaurant in Kingston will be providing

“It is fantastic to see our communities working together

1000 free meals to NHS staff at Kingston Hospital

at this difficult time. From healthcare to catering, the UK’s

on Wednesday 15th March.

strength is so often in diversity. Thank you Cappadocia,

Cappadocia was the winner of the 2020 British Kebab

Awards for best Kebab in South and West London.

and all of those restaurants helping around the country, for lending your support to our NHS.”

Jimmy Gizlie from Cappadocia Restaurant said:

For further comment and information, contact Stuart

“We are proud to be providing our local NHS heroes

Edgar on 07769297918.

with a healthy, tasty kebab from our menu, free of charge.

Our local Kingston hospital staff are playing a vital role in protecting the country and we’re thrilled to show our appreciation!”

Cappadocia restaurant will be delivering the meals to NHS staff from 10am on Wednesday.

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Ramco Foodservices is predicting significant growth in the availability and reuse of surplus catering equipment as operators adjust to a radically different out of home market

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Ramco Foodservices predicts an abundance of surplus catering equipment

he nation’s leading catering reseller says that it is

Paul Fieldhouse, who leads Ramco Foodservices

already seeing operators remodelling kitchens to

business development said: “The hospitality sector

focus on take-away services or reducing capacity

has been devastated by the COVID-19 crisis and there

to reflect market conditions. This is leading to a surge in

will inevitably be business failures, so we predict

enquiries for ways to manage unwanted kit.

opportunities to help operators and owners mitigate

A recent Ramco hosted webinar for CEDA members was well subscribed with operators keen to learn more about

potential losses. Equally it’s a great time to pick up a bargain.

the disposals process and the benefits that are available

“Looking ahead, fast food and takeaway chains are

to businesses engaging in effective management of

piloting reopenings, but not without a significant change

surplus assets.

to the way that food is prepared and served. We expect to

In the last two weeks Ramco has completed two large

see the introduction of conveyor belt service, AI waiters

decommissioning projects. One was from the closure of

and a reduction in restaurant capacity, which will create

a contract caterer’s Central Production Unit (CPU), the

an abundance of surplus catering equipment following

other a London NHS Hospital Kitchen transitioning to

reopening.”

cook freeze catering techniques.

He added: “Coronavirus has accelerated demand for

The company is expecting the market for surplus

the disposal of redundant equipment. The desire to

equipment to grow significantly as, if expected, many

purchase second-hand appliances has been increasing

outlets do not reopen after the coronavirus pandemic

exponentially over the last few years. This is largely the

comes to an end. They cite the latest CGA Business

result of a changing dynamic, with foodservice operators

Confidence Survey that says 32% of senior executives

under more pressure to take responsibility for their

are anticipating the need to permanently close pub, bar

environmental contribution, reduce their overheads and

and restaurant sites.

attract more customers.

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Bain Marie Liners Easy Liners Easy Liners Ltd, Unit 14, Chester Park, Alfreton Road, Derby, DE21 4AS T: 01332 412273 or 07447 146512 E: info@easyliners.co.uk W: www.easyliners.co.uk

Easy Bags Ltd Enterprise Road, Millennium Business Park Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG19 7JX T: 01623 423423 E: customerservice@easybags.net W: www.easybags.net Daymark-Supplies Ltd www.daymark-supplies.co.uk The Refill Centre Ltd, t/a Daymark-Supplies, Unit 14, Poplars Farm, Forshaw Heath Road, Earlswood, Solihull, West Midlands, B94 5JX 0845 23 015 23

Sirane Ltd www.sirane.com Sirane Ltd, European Development Centre, Stafford Park 6, Telford, TF3 3AT 01952 230055

GM Packaging Ltd www.gmpackaging.co.uk Unit B7, Tyne Tunnel Estate, Hamar Close, North Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE29 7XB 0191 296 2007

Batter Suppliers Goldensheaf Kerry Foodservice, Bristol T: 0800 138 1938 E: Julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk

Henry Jones Kerry Foodservice, Bristol T: 0800 138 1938 E: Julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk

Henry Colbeck

Fryers Mate

Seventh Avenue, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0HG sales@colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242

www.fryersmate.com Unit 3, Great Northern Way, Great Northern Terrace, Lincoln LN5 8XF 01522 542054

Weston Catering Supplies

www.falconfoodservice.com Wallace View, Hillfoots Road, Stirling, FK9 5PY info@falconfoodservice.co.uk 01786 455200

www.westoncateringsupplies.com Unit S4, Mendip Business Park, Rooksbridge, Somerset BS26 2U westcatering@hotmail.com 01934 750367

Business and Property Sales Rosens Business Transfer Agency www.rosens.co.uk Unit 3, Alexander Charles House, Station Passage, South Woodford, London, E18 1JL info@rosens.co.uk 0208 539 6426

Fish Friers- Part of the Altius Group www.fishfriers.co.uk 7b Edward 7th Quay, Navigation Way, Ashton-On-Ribble, Preston, PR2 2YF info@fishfriers.co.uk 0844 248 8257

Business Buyers.com - Part of the Altius Group

Regional shops throughout the UK or on-line www.nisbets.com Fourth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 8T sales@nisbets.co.uk 0845 140 5555 or 0117 316 5000

Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934

www.bluesealequipment.co.uk Unit 67, Gravelly Industrial Park, Gravelly Park, Birmingham, B24 8TQ 0121 327 5575

www.emfgroup.com 3 Cornhill, Ottery St Mary, Devon EX11 1DW info@emfgroup.com 01404 813762

Catering Equipment Suppliers/ Spares Shop Equip Park View, North Street, Langwith, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG20 9BN T: 0845 400 1044 E: sales@shop-equip.com W: www.shop-equip.com

Total QSR Ltd Crown Chambers, 7a Market Place Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6ES T: 01225 791848 W: www.totalqsr.co.uk Fast Food Systems Limited

Middleton Food Products Ltd,

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MCS Technical Products Ltd

Seriously Good Gluten Free

www.middletonfoods.com 655 Willenhall Road, Willenhall, West Midlands, WV13 3LH sales@middletonfoods.com 01902 608122 or 08453 706 550

Marfast

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E: info@totalqsr.co.uk

Ceres | Pure Food Innovation

Falcon Foodservice Equipment

www.fast-food-systems.co.uk Unit 1, Headley Park 9, Headley Road East Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4SQ sales@ffsbrands.co.uk 01189 441100 www.chippersandpeelers.com Grange Farm, Braithwell Road, Ravenfield, Rotherham , South Yorks., S65 4LP carltoncatering@sky.com 01709 540004

www.mcstechproducts.co.uk Building 2, Westmead Drive, Swindon, SN5 7YT sales@mcstechproduct.co.uk 01793 5383908

Blue Seal

Restaurant Supply Store www.restaurantsupplystore.co.uk Unit 7, Hatton Close, Chafford Hundred, Grays, Essex, RM16 6RP sales@restaurantsupplystore.co.uk 01375 651 600

Velox Grills www.veloxgrills.com Manor Farm, Manor Road Wantage, Oxon., OX12 8NE sales@veloxgrills.com 01235 770133

Caterparts Limited www.caterparts.com The Engine Shed, Top Station Road, Brackley, Bucks., NN13 7UG sales@caterparts.com 0845 130 8060

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Mitchell and Cooper Ltd www.bonzer.co.uk 136-140 Framfield Road Uckfield East Sussex, TN22 5AU sales@mitchellcooper.co.uk 0845 0177 488

Synergy Grill www.synergygrill.com Active Food Systems Ltd., Synergy House, 70 High Street, Offord Darcy, St Neots, Cambs., PE19 5RH Info@synergygrill.com 01480 811000

Comark Instruments www.comarkinstruments.com 52 Hurricane Way,Norwich, Norfolk, NR6 6JB sales@comarkinstruments.com 0207 942 0712

Cook Co Nottingham Ltd www.cookco.ltd.uk 99 Manvers Street, Nottingham, NG2 4NU sale@cookco.ltd.uk 0115 912 1188

No-Fli Limited www.no-fli.com Building C, Knaresborough Technology Park, Manse Lane, Knaresborough, Yorkshire, HG5 8LF hello@no-fi.com 01423 855600

Electronic Temperature instruments Ltd www.etiltd.com Easting Close, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8HQ sales@etiltd.com 01903 202151

Lowe Rental Ltd www.lowerental.co.uk Unit J, Knockmore Ind. Estate, Lisburn, Northern Ireland, BT28 2EJ mail@lowerental.com 028 9260 4619

Alliance On-line www.allianceonline.co.uk Alliance House, Marshfield Bank, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 8UY hello@allianceonline.co.uk 0844 499 4300

Chicken Coaters & Marinades Chicken Train Kerry Foodservice, Birstol, T: 0800 138 1938 E: julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk Dibs Distribution www.dibsdistribution.co.uk 1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668

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Chicken Frying and Cooking Equipment Jestic Foodservice Equipment www.jestic.co.uk Units 3 & 4, Dana Estate, Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6UU info@jestic.co.uk 01892 831960

Kuroma www.premier1filtration.co.uk Kiln Head Spring, Kneeton Lane, Barton, DL10 6NB info@premier1filtration.com 01325 377189

Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934

PD Catering International www.pizzadirect.co.uk MFG Group Nile Street Bolton, Lancs.

BL3 6BW info@pizzadirect.co.uk 01284 382800

Pandnet Ltd (Kuroma) www.kuroma.com Unit 1, Premier Works Canal Street South Wigston Leicester LE18 4PL 0116 2772 372

Mammoth Cleaning Supplies.co.uk

TRADE DIRECTORY

Sweetheat

Storeys Bar Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5TQ sales@mammothcleaningsupplies.co.uk 0800 432 0224

Cold Drinks and Slush Us 4 Slush Limited www.us4slush.com 4 Middle Road.

Bailie Gate Industrial Estate, Sturminster Marshall, Dorset.

BH21 4DB sales@us4slush.com 01202 666922

Longo & Co www.mrwhippy.biz Unit 5A, Steps Industrial Estate Magdale, Honley West Yorkshire, HD9 6RA info@slushmachines.co.uk 01484 606352

SnowShock Ltd Snowshock.com Unit 43 Invincible Drive, Armstrong Industrial Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7HX sales@snowshock.com 0330 053 6132

Crisps and Snacks Palmer and Harvey www.palmerharvey.co.uk 106 – 112 Davigdor Road Hove, East Sussex, BN3 1RE 01273 222 100

Salty Dog

Chippers and Peelers Carlton Catering Equipment www.chippersandpeelers.com Grange Farm, Braithwell Road, Ravenfield, Rotherham South Yorks., S65 4LP 01709 540004

Regrit-it www.regrit-it.com 1st Floor Rear, 40 Percy Park Tynemouth, North Tyneside.

NE30 4JX sales@regrit-it.com 07740 664410

Williams Catering Products www.williamspotatoes.co.uk Exeworthy Farm, Staplake Lane, Starcross, Exeter, Devon, EX6 8QT info@williamspotatoes.co.uk 01626 890871

www.saltydog-grrr.com Salty Towers PO Box 766 Chesham Bucks., HP5 3YD info@saltydog-grrr.com 01494 774422

Curry and Gravy Mixes Dinaclass Kerry Food Service, Bristol, T: 0800 138 1938 E: julian.warner@kerry.com W: www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk

Cleaning Materials Ecolab UK www.en-uk.ecolab.com Various UK locations custHelpDesk.UK@ecolab.com Central: 0 02920 852000

Pattersons www.pattersons.co.uk Winterstoke Road Bristol, BS3 2NS contact@pattersons.co.uk 0117 934 1270

Kerry Foodservice www.kerry-foodservice.co.uk Thorpe Lea Manor, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham, Surrey, TW20 8HY info@kerry-foodservice.co.uk 01784 430777 June and July 2020 • Fastfood Professional

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Deep Premises Cleaning Bright Hygiene www.brighthygiene.co.uk Omega House, Unit 7, Sarbir Industrial Park, Cambridge Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EU 0800 093 7840

Vapor Clean www.vaporclean.co.uk 1st Floor Dairy Unit, Ebdon Bow Farm, Wick Saint Lawrence, Weston Super Mare, BS22 7YU 01934 611242

Delivery Bikes Justebikes www.justebikes.co.uk 216 Hinckley Road Leicester, LE3 0TH info@justebikes.co.uk 0116 3666 980

Free Go Electric Bikes www.freegoelectricbikes.com 3 St Denys Road, Portswood, Southampton Hampshire, SO17 2GN enquiries@freegoelectricbikes.com 0800 077 8711

Digital Menu Systems Lashbrookes.com Ltd Limerick Works, Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar, Cleveland, TS10 5JU T: 01642 482629 E: lashbrookuk@hotmail.co.uk W: www.lashbrooks.com

Harlequin Printing and Packaging Harlequin House, Coed Cae Lane, Pontyclun, South Wales, CF72 9EW T: 01443 222219 E: info@harlequinprintgroup.co.uk W: www.harlequinprintgroup.co.uk

Digital Media systems www.digitalmediasystems.co.uk Pressers House, 2 South Lane, Elland, West Yorks, HX5 0HG hello@digitalmediasystems.co.uk 01484 588895

Duct Cleaning and servicing Specialists Advertise Here!

You could be telling readers about your business or service on this page Call Athol now to book a space on

07725 434173 Standard and Premium Box listings available

CKC in association with KLS 8 Austin Fields Kings Lynn PE30 1PH T: 01553 886101 / 07766 747405 W: www.ckconline.biz E: sales@ckconline.biz

De-Duct Cleaning Service Deduct offer a fast & efficient Nationwide duct cleaning service with FREE shop survey T: 07806 487239 or 0333 772 0089 E: info@de-duct.co.uk W: www.de-duct.co.uk

Media Screen Solutions www.mediascreensolutions.com Cleveland House 116 Cleveland Street Wirral Merseyside, CH41 3RB enquiries@mediascreensolutions.com 0800 515690

Signagelive Limited www.signagelive.com Rectory Farm Barns Walden Road Little Chesterford Saffron Walden Essex CB10 1UD 01799 530110

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www.itslolly.com Crystal Gate 28-30 Worship Street London EC2A 2AH 0800 038 5389

Ethnic foods Shana Foods www.martinsolveig.fr/rubicon/ Unit 5 Second Way, Wembley Middlesex, HA9 0YJ info@shanafoods.com 0208 8782 3200

Wing Yip www.wingyip.com 375 Nechells Park Road Nechells, Birmingham, B7 5NT enquiries@wingyip.com 0121 327 6618

Fats and Oils Vandemoortele/P100 P100 has over 60 years of frying experience, helping to create great tasting food time and time again. Being refined to the purest level, P100 offers unrivalled consistancy in taste and freshness from the first portion to the last.

T: 0208 814 7810 M: 07912 389446 W: www.vandermoortele.com

Olenex Trading (UK) Ltd www.olenex-uk.com ADM Trading (UK) Limited, Church Manorway, Erith, Kent, DA8 1DL

E: ukinfo@adm.com T: 01322 444836

Just Filters www.justfilters.co.uk Omega House, Unit 7, Sarbir Industrial Park, Cambridge Road, Harlow, Essex, CM20 2EU info@justfilters.co.uk 01279 420289

Network Hygiene www.networkhygiene.com Knowledge Centre, Wyboston Lakes, Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedfordshire, MK44 3BY ian@networkhygiene.com 0333 577 6384

EPOS Systems

BD Signs Nottingham www.bdsignsnottingham.co.uk Unit 18, Bailey Brook Industrial Estate, Amber Langley Drive, Langley Mill, Nottingham, NG16 4BE info@bdsignsnottingham.co.uk 0800 195 3610

It’s Lolly ltd

Integer Manchester: 167 Heywood Road, Prestwich Manchester, M25 1LB Scotland: 89 Main Street, Winchburgh West Lothian, EH52 6RA T: 0871 566 0766 E: Manchester: geoff@integeruk.com Scotland: jim@integeruk.com• W: www.integeruk.com

Kepos Systems Ltd www.kepos.co.uk 10 Gunton Road, London, SW17 9EL sales@kepos.co.uk 07939 927624

Revel Systems London Office www.revelsystems.com Moorgate 1 Fore Street London, EC2Y 5EJ info@revelsystems.com 0203 8081 036

W: www.olinex-uk.com The

Fryers’ Favourite For Over 60 Years.

Nortech Foods Limited

www.nortechfoods.co.uk For information, advice, or customer support material pleas Olenex Trading (UK) Limited. Tel: 01322 444836 e-mail: ukinfo@olenex.com Ings Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN5 9TL info@nortechfoods.co.uk 01302 390880

Arrow Oils Limited www.arrowoils.co.uk Glebe Street, Shaw, Oldham Lancashire, OL2 7SF collections@arrowoils.co.uk 01706 880796

Finance, Leasing & Insurance Complete Leasing Solutions Ltd Manor Farm, Chilworth Old Village, Southampton, Hants, SO16 7JP T: 023 8076 6467 E: info@corporateasset.co.uk

Corporate Asset Solutions Manor Farm,, Chilworth Old Village, Soputrhampton, Hants, SO16 7JP 023 8076 6467

Johnson Reed Bridge House, Newbridge Lane, Stockport, SK1 2NA T: 0161 429 6949 E: info@johnsonreed.co.uk W: www.johnsonreed.co.uk

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Royal Greenland Ltd

www.gloverhowe.co.uk 4 St Peters Court, St Peters Street, Colchester, Essex, CO11 1WD insurance@gloverhowe.co.uk 0845 602 3866

www.royalgreenland.com Gateway House, Styal Road, Wythenshawe, Manchester, M22 5WY 0161 490 4249

Unique Seafood

Fish Suppliers Collins Seafoods Ltd

www.uniqueseafood.co.uk 2 Floor, Grabbex Business Park, Murray Road, Orpington, Kent, BR5 3QY 0203 260 3580

Unit 2, Park 2000, Millennium Way, Newton Aycliffe, Co Durham, DL5 6AR

T: 01325 315544 E: sales@collinsseafoods.co.uk W: www.collinsseafoods.co.uk Smales www.smales.co.uk 30 West Dock Street, Hull, HU3 4HL 01482 324997

FAS 2000 Ltd/Fastnet Fish www.fastnetfish.com Estate Road No.5, South Humberside Industrial Estate, Grimsby, N.E. Lincs., DN31 2TG mike@fastnetfish.com 01472 240777

Wraggs Seafoods Ltd www.wraggsseafoods.co.uk Unit 2, Park 2000, Heighington Lane Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, Co. Durham, DL5 6AR sales@wraggsseafood.co.uk 01132 498832

J Sykes & Sons Ltd www.sykesseafoods.co.uk New Smithfield Market, New Smithfield House, Whitworth Street East, Manchester, M11 2WP hello@sykesseafoods.co.uk 0161 223 9311

Amanda Seafoods A/S www.amanda-seaffods.dk/en Constatiavej 29, DK-9900, Frederikshavn info@amanda-seafoods.dk +45 96 22 15 00

Mannin Fish Ltd www.manninfish.co.uk 3 Sterling Court, Stevenage, Herts., SG1 2JY 01438 359444

Xpress Fish www.xpressfish.net 351 South Boulevard, Hessle Road, Hull, HU3 4DY info@xpressfish.net 01482 633550

Whitby Seafoods Ltd www.whitby-seafoods.com Fairfield Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4PU 01947 606101

Young’s Foodservice www.youngsfoodservice.co.uk Ross House, Wickham Road, Grimsby, DN31 3SW care@youngsseafood.co.uk 0800 132 096

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Fish & Chip Shop Suppliers VA Whitley & Co Ltd Milward House Fir Street Heywood OL10 1NW T: 01706 364211 E: sales@vahitley.co.uk W: www.vawhitley.co.uk

Friars Pride Milward House Head Office & Peterborough Depot: Oxney Rd Indst Est, Peterborough, PE1 5YW T: 01733 316400 Fx: 01733 316425 E: sales@friarspride.com W: www.friarspride.com

JJ Food Service Innova Park, 7 Solar Way, Enfield, EN3 7XY T: General 08433 090991 T: Paul Brailsford – 07880 176015 E: info@jjfoodservice.com E: Paul.brailsford@jjfooodervice.com W: www.jjfooodservice.com Henry Colbeck Seventh Avenue, Team Valley Trading Estate, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0HG sales@colbeck.co.uk 0191 482 4242

T Quality www.tquality.co.uk Westmead Industrial Estate, Westlea, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN5 7YY customercare@tquality.co.uk 01793 648900

Wilsons Seasonings Ltd www.americanchipspice.co.uk Stagenhoe Bottom Farm, Whitwell, Hertfordshire, SG4 8JN ew@americanchipspice.co.uk 01438 871967

Food Safety & Hygiene Checkit Limited Broers Building JJ Thomson Avenue Cambridge, CB3 0FA

T: 01223 941450 E: info@checkit.net W: www.checkit.net

Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) www.cieh.org Chadwick Court, 15 Hatfields, London, SE1 8DJ info@cieh.org 0207 928 6006

Frozen Food Suppliers Central Foods Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB T: 01604 858 522 E: info@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.centralfoods.co.uk

Golden Valley Foods Maple Court, Ash Lane, Colling Tree, Northampton, NN4 0NB T: 01604 858522 E: enquiries@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.central foods.co.uk Brands/goldenvalleyfoods.aspx

Frying Ranges KFE Ltd Unit A-B, Bentley Business Park, Blenheim Way, Market Deeping, Peterborough, PE6 8LD, sales@kfeltd.co.uk www.kfeltd.co.uk 01778 380 448

Frank Ford Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar Cleveland TS10 5JU

T: 01642 489868 E: amanda.barker@me-ff.com W: www.me-ff.com

Martyn Edwards Ltd Limerick Road, Dormanstown, Redcar Cleveland TS10 5JU

T: 01642489868 E: amanda.barker@me-ff.com W: www.me-ff.com

Fryline in association with KLS 8 Austin Fields Kings Lynn PE30 1PH

T: 01553 772935 / 07770 568939 W: www.klsonline.co.uk E: sales@klsonline.co.uk Florigo www.florigo.co.uk 4 Centech Park, Fringe Meadow Road, North Moons Moat, Redditch, B98 9NR info@florigo.co.uk 01527 592000

Hewigo (UK)Ltd www.hewigo.com Bateman House, Little Fields Way, Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 2BT sales@hewigo.com 0121 544 9120 June and July 2020 • Fastfood Professional

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Glover & Howe Insurance Services

TRADE DIRECTORY

Henry Nuttall Ltd www.henrynuttall.co.uk Manor Drive, Dinnington, Sheffield, S25 3QU sales@henrynuttall.co.uk 01909 560808

Preston & Thomas Frying Ranges Ltd www.prestonandthomas.co.uk PO Box 728, Fareham, Hants, PO14 9QU info@prestonandthomas.co.uk 01732 757636

Mallinsons of Oldham Ltd www.mallinsonsofoldham.co.uk Trent Industrial Estate, Duchess St, Shaw Oldham, Lancashire, OL2 7UT mallinsons.sales@btconnect.com 01706 299000

Valentine Equipment Limited www.valentinefryers.com 4 Trafford Road, Reading, Berks., RG1 8JS info@valentinefryers.com 0118 957 1344

Frying Range Engineers KLS Frying Ranges Service 8 Austin Fields Kings Lynn PE30 1P

T: 01553 772935 / 07770 568939 W: www.klsonline.co.uk E: sales@klsonline.co.uk

Gazebos/Mobile Units Instant Promotion (UK) Ltd

Bilborough, Nottingham, NG8 4LU 0115 929 1101

info@logicvending.co.uk 0808 278 3327

Adams Fast Food Supplies

Fracino

www.adamsfastfoods.com Various UK Depots 01274 492044 Ask for local depot number

www.fracino.com 18-22 Birch Road East, Birmingham, B6 7DB sasles@fracino.com 0121 328 5757

Marfast www.marfast.co.uk 30 Broughton Street, Manchester, M8 8NN pani@marfast.co.uk 0161 833 0024

Grease Traps Oli Environmental Services

Caterlink Limited

www.greasemanagement.co.uk Eaton Works, Allthorpe Street, Leamington Spa, CV31 2AU 01926 432030

www.caterlink.co.uk Units 7-8, Bodmin Business Park, Launceston Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 2RJ sales@caterlink.co.uk 01208 78844

Hog Roast Machines and Barbecues

Beechdean Dairies Limited

The Hogg Boss www.thehoggboss.com Peake Products, Unit 4, Walton New Road Ind. Estate, Bruntingthorpe, Lutterworth, Leics., LE17 5RD sales@thehpggboss.com 0116 247 8500

Tasty Trotter

Cinders Barbecues

Promart Manufacturing Ltd www.promart.co.uk Unit 2B Caddick Road, Knowsley Industrial Park South, Merseyside, L34 9HP sales@promart.co.uk 0151 546 4666

www.cindersbarbecues.co.uk High Bentham, Lancaster, LA2 7NB Karen@cindersbarbecues.co.uk 01524 262900

Hot Drinks Equipment Franke Coffee Systems UK Ltd

Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly,

www.coffee.franke.com 6A Handley Page Way, St Albans , Hertfordshire, AL2 2DQ Sales@Frankecoffeesystems.co.uk 01923 635700

CF83 8XP

Espresso Essential

T: 029 2085 3200 • F: 029 2085 3323

E: info@petersfood.com

W: www.petersfood.com

Brakes www.brake.co.uk UK wide 0345 6069090

Bidvest Foodservice www.bidvest.co.uk 814 Leigh Road, Slough, SL1 4BD 01494 555900

Hopwells Ltd www.hopwells.com Head Office, Glaisdale Drive,

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Carpigiani UK Ltd

GMG Ltd

VTO (Vertical Take Off)

Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial

Ice Cream www.carpigiani.com Faculty House, 214 Holme Lacy Road, Rotherwas, Hereford, HR2 6BQ 01432 346018

www.tastytrotter.com Bridge Street, Clay Cross, Derbyshire, S45 9NU info@tastytrotter.com 01246 866800

Peter’s Food Service

www.scanomat.co.uk sales@scanomat.co.uk 0800 032 7581

www.olienvironmentalservices.co.uk 6 Chapel Lane, North Luffenham, Oakham, LE15 8JP anthony@olienvironmentalservices.co.uk 01780 720679

www.instantpromotion.co.uk Unit 7, Liberty Industrial Park, South Liberty Lane, Bristol, BS3 2SU enquiries@instantpromotions.co.uk 0117 963 1668

General Catering Supplies

Scanomat UK

www.espressoessential.co.uk Unit 2, Oakley Green Nurseries, Westerleigh Hill Road, Westerleigh, Bristol, BS37 8QZ 0800 731 2980

Tchibo Coffee International Ltd www.tchibo-coffee.co.uk Tchibo House, 7-8 Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surrey, KT19 9BE 01372 541881

Logic Vending www.logicvending.co.uk The Maltings Business Centre, Stanstead Abbotts, Hertfordshire, SG12 8HG

www.beechdean.co.uk Old House Farm, North Dean, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP14 4NL farmhouse@beechdean.co.uk 01494 563980

Taylor UK www.taylor-company.co.uk 106 Claydon Business Park Great Blakenham, Ipswich Suffolk, IP6 0NL sales@taylor-company.co.uk 0800 838 896

Hopkins Catering www.hopkins.biz Kent Road, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 9NF info@hopkins.biz 0113 257 7934

Longo & Co www.mrwhippy.biz Unit 5A, Steps Ind. Estate, Magdale, Honley, Huddersfied, West Yorks., HD9 6RA info@mrwhippy.biz 01484 606351

Kebab Suppliers Double A Kebabs Millennium Business Park, Mansfield Nottinghamshire, NG19 7JX T: 01623 422888 E: info@doubleakebab.co.uk W: www.doubleakebab.co.uk Istanbul Meats www.istanbulmeats.com Unit 3, First Avenue, Drum Industrial Estate, C hester le Street, Birtley, Co. Durham, DH2 1AG enquiries@istanbulmeats.com 0191 492 3909

Golden Delight Foods Ltd, www.goldendelightfoods.co.uk 26 Clayton Road, Birmingham B8 1JE 0121 327 8800

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Peter’s Food Service

Fylde Fresh & Fabulous

www.kismetkebabs.co.uk Milton House, Maldon Road, Latchingdon, Essex CM3 6LF 01621 744 055

www.petersfood.com Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP 029 2085 3200 info@petersfood.com

www.fyldefreshandfabulous.com Fylde Fresh & Fabulous, Stanley Villa Farm, Back Lane, Weeton, Preston, PR4 3HN sales@fyldefreshandfabulous.com 01253 836444

Paragon Quality Foods Ltd www.paragonqualityfoods.com Quadrant 3, Yorkshire Way, West Moor Park, Armthorpe, Doncaster, DN3 3FB sales@paragonqualityfoods.com 01302 834141

Oil Management

Holland’s Pies www.hollandspies.co.uk Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2SA enquiries@hollandspies.co.uk 01706 213591

Pizza & Pasta

Premier1 Filtration

Express Foodservice

www.premier1filtration.co.uk Kiln Head Spring, Kneeton Lane, Barton, DL10 6NB info@premier1filtration.com 01325 377189

www.express-foodservice.co.uk Unit B, Dominion Way, Rustington Trading Estate, Littlehampton, West Sussex.

BN16 3HQ info@expressfoodservice.co.uk 01903 775077

Packaging

Eurilait

Coveris UK Food & Consumer 7 Howard Road, Eaton Socon St Neots, Cambs PE19 8ET T: 01480 476161 E: UK@Coveris.com W: www.coveris.com Crafti’s Ltd (For Kids) www.craftis.co.uk 3rd Floor, Towcester Mill, Chantry Lane, Towcester, Northants, NN12 6AB 01327 358508

W F Denny www.wfdenny.co.uk Unit 7, Tudor Road, Altrincham Business Park, Broadheath, Cheshire, WA14 5RZ info@wfdenny.co.uk 0161 927 4949

It’s a Wrap (JR Press) www.jrpress.co.uk 3 Egerton Close, Daventry Northants, NN11 8PE sales@jrpress.co.uk 01327 301566

PlanglowLtd www.planglow.com The Quorum, Bond Street South, Bristol, BS1 3AE contactus@planglow.com 0117 317 8600

Southern Fried Chicken www.southernfriedchicken.com Unit 1, Headley Park 9, Headley Road East, Woodley, Reading, Berkshire, RG5 4SQ sales@southerfriedchicken.com 0118 944 1100

Pies Pukka Pies Ltd The Halcroft, Syston,

www.eurilait.co.uk Leighton Lane Industrial Estate, Leighton Lane, Evercreech, Somerset, BA4 6LQ craigbrayshaw@eurilait.co.uk 01749 838100

999 Pizza Toppings UK www.999pizzatoppings.co.uk Unit 6, Teakcroft Fairview Industrial Park Marsh Way Rainham, Essex, RM13 8UH info@999pizzatoppings.co.uk 01708 558885

Venice Bakery UK Ltd www.venicebakery.co.uk Unit 2, Crown House, Queen Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA7 4BT adam@venicebakery.co.uk 0208 301 2624

Pan’Artisan Units 25/26 Holmbush Industrial Estate, Holmbush Way Midhurst, West Sussex GU29 9HX enquiries@panartisan.com 01730 811490

www.kirenfoods.co.uk Unit 3, Smallbridge Business Park, Riverside Drive, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 2SH enquiries@kirenfoods.com 01706 526732

Stoupid Pizza UK www.stupid-pizza.co.uk 84 Holmsdale Road, Coventry, CV6 5BJ stoupid.pizza@gmail.com 02476 278102

Potatoes www.bestchips.co.uk AHDB Potatoes Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board, Stoneleigh Park, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2TL 024 7669 2051

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Potato White Company Unit 7B Bessingby Industrial Estate Bridlington, East Yorkshire, YO16 4SJ T: 01262 228286 E: info@selectsundries.co.uk W: www.selectsundries.co.uk

Drywite www.drywite.co.uk The House of Lee, Park Lane, Halesowen, West Midlands, B63 2RA T: 01384 569556

Poultry Suppliers Central Foods Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB T: 01604 858 522 E: info@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.centralfoods.co.uk

Riverside Food Services Units 1-4, The Stables, Sutton Farm, West

T: 01691 839288 E: mandy@riversidefoods.co.uk W: www.riversidefoods.co.uk

AHDB

W: www.pukkapies.co.uk

Potato Treating & Equipment

Felton, Oswestry, Shropshire,

trade@pukkapies.co.uk E: trade@pukkapies.co.uk

www agrico.co.uk Castleton of Eassie, Glamis, By Forfar, Angus, DD8 1SJ potatoes@agrico.co.uk 01307 840551

www.pizza-baguette.co.uk Genus, Hammond Close Attleborough Fields Ind. Est. Nuneaton, Warks., CV11 6RY info@pizza-baguette.co.uk 02476 254941

Leicester, LE7 1LD T: 0116 264 4004

Agrico UK Ltd.

Pizza and Baguette

Kiren Foods

TRADE DIRECTORY

Kismet Kebabs

SY11 4HX

Dibs Distribution www.dibsdistribution.co.uk 1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex,TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668

Nila UK Ltd www.nila.co.uk Unit 9b, Beaver Ind. Estate, Brent Road, Southall, Middx., UB2 5FB food@nila.co.uk 020 8744 7700

Refrigeration Adande Adande Refrigeration Ltd. 45 Pinbush Road, South Lowestoft Ind. Est Lowestoft, Suffolk NR33 7NL sales@adande.com adanderefrigeration.com 0844 376 0023 June and July 2020 • Fastfood Professional

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Hoshizaki/Gram 2 The Technology Centre London Road, Swanley,Kent, BR8 7AG E: Hoshizaki - uksales@ Hoshizaki.co.uk E: Gram - info@gramuk.co.uk W: www.hoshizaki.co.uk W: www.gramuk.co.uk T: Hoshizaki - 0845 456 0585 T: Gram - 01322 616 900

Jestic Foodservice Equipment

McWhinney’s Sausages www.mcwhinneys.com 10 Balloo Way, Balloo Industrial Park, Bangor, Co. Down, N. Ireland, BT19 7QZ info@mcwhinneys.com 028 9127 1811

www.jestic.co.uk Units 3 & 4, Dana Estate, Transfesa Road, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6UU info@jestic.co.uk 01892 831960

Pukka Pies Ltd

Williams Refrigeration

W: www.pukkapies.co.uk

Bryggen Road, North Lynn Industrial Estate, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, PE30 2HZ 01553 817000

Foster Fridge www.foster-fridge.com 1st Floor, The Coach House, Montpelier Mews, High Street South, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 3SH info@foster-fridge.com 01582 788486

Polar Refrigeration www.polar-refrigerator.com Unit 8, Access 18, Bristol, BS11 8HT See website for stockists

Sauces & Marinades The Crucial Sauce Company Ltd Unit 1b, Nechells Business Centre, 31 Dollman Street, Nechells, Birmingham, B7 4RP T: 0121 333 3233 E: info@thecrucialsaucecompany.co.uk W: www.thecrucialsaucecompany.co.uk

BI Europe Limited www.bilimited.com Unit 21 – 22 Kernan Drive, Loughborough, Charnwood, LE11 5JF info@bilimited.com 01509 631650

The Halcroft, Syston, Leicester, LE7 1LD trade@pukkapies.co.uk T: 0116 264 4004 E: trade@pukkapies.co.uk

Peter’s Food Service www.petersfood.com Unit 1, Greenway, Bedwas House Industrial Estate, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8XP 029 2085 3200 info@petersfood.com

Westaway Sausages Ltd. www.westawaysausages.com 3-6 Rydon Industrial Estate, Canal Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon, TQ12 3SJ 01626 333101

Metrow Foods Limited www.metrow.co.uk Airborne Close, Leigh-on Sea Essex, SS9 4EN helpdesk@metrow.co.uk 01702 527441

Suffolk Meat Traders www.suffolkmeattraders.co.uk Grove Lane, Elmswell Bury St. Edmunds Suffolk, IP30 9HN sales@suffolkmeattraders.co.uk 01359 242 500

Holland’s Pies www.hollandspies.co.uk Baxenden, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 2SA enquiries@hollandspies.co.uk 01706 213591

Dibs Distribution www.dibsdistribution.co.uk 1432b Clock Tower Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 6DT sales@dibs.uk.com 0208 568 6668

Keejays Limited www.keejays.com Crockatt Road, Lady Lane Ind. Estate, Hadleigh, Suffolk, IP7 6RD enquiries@keejays.com 01473 827304

Sausages, Pies and Burgers James T Blakeman & Co Ltd, www.blakemans.co.uk Millenium Way, High Carr Business Park, Newcastle –under- Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 7UF admin@blakemans.co.uk 01782 569610

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Rollover Limited www.rollover-uk.com Rollover House, 802 Oxford Avenue, Slough, Berks., SL1 4LN info@rollover-uk.com 01753 575558

The Franconian Sausage Company www.franconian.co.uk Unit 26, Eldon Way, Paddock Wood, Kent, TN12 6BE info@franconian.co.uk 01892 837816

Shopfitters & Fabricators Barland Shopfitting Specialists www.barlandshopfitters.co.uk Unit 18, Honey Hall Ing, Huddersfield, West Yorks., HD2 1GP info@barlandshopfitters.co.uk 0800 043 5523

Elite Shopfitters Leeds Ltd. www.eliteshopfittersleads.co.uk 5 Wharfe Mews, Cliff Terrace, Wetherby, LS22 6LX elitshopfittersleeds@iidp.co.uk 0113 258 3324

Jephsons Shopfitters Ltd www.jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk Maun House, Maun Way, Hermitage Lane, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5GX info@jephsonsshopfitters.co.uk 01623 645809

Promart Manufacturing Ltd www.promart.co.uk Unit 2B Caddick Road, Knowsley Industrial Park South, Merseyside, L34 9HP sales@promart.co.uk 0151 546 4666

Trade Bodies Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) www.msc.org Marine House 1 Snow Hill London, EC1A 2DH 0207 246 8900

Seafish www.seafish.org 18 Logie Mill Logie Green Road Edinburgh, EH7 4HS Seafish@seafish.co.uk 0131 558 3331

Seafood Scotland www.seafoodscotland.org 18 Logie Mill Logie Green Road Edinburgh, EH7 4HS enquiries@seafoodscotland.org 0131 557 9344

NEODA PO Box 1184, Bromley Kent, BR1 9XW T: 020¬ 8464 3954 E: lynda.simmons@neoda.org.uk W: www.neoda.org.uk

British Frozen Food Federation (BFFF) www.bfff.co.uk Warwick House, Unit 7, Long Bennington Business Park, Main Road, Long Bennington, Newark, Notts, NG23 5JR 01400 283090

British Kebab Awards www.britishkebabawards.co.uk 8th Floor, Elizabeth House 39 York Road, London, SE1 7NQ, info@ceftus.org / nominationskebabawards@ gmail.com 020 7183 4272

PAPA The Pizza, Pasta and Italian Food Association www.papa.org.uk Association House 18C Moor Street Chepstow NP16 5DB 01291 636338

Asian Catering Federation www.acfederation.org London Pall Mall 100 Pall Mall St James London, SW1Y 5NQ June and July 2020 • Fastfood Professional

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KFE School of Frying Excellence www.kfeltd.co.uk Unit A-B, Bentley Business Park, Blenheim Way, Market Deeping, Peterborough PE6 8LD sales@kfeltd.co.uk 01778 380448

National Federation of Fish Friers www.federationoffishfriers.co.uk 4 Greenwood Mount, Leeds, LS6 4LQ mail@federationoffishfriers.co.uk 0113 230 7044

Crossways Foodservice Consultants 29 High Street Needingworth, St Ives Cambridgeshire, PE27 4SA

T: 07725 434173 Crossways E: crosswaysfc@gmail.com W: www.foodserviceconsultants.co.uk Carpigiani Gelato University UK www.gelatouniversity.com/uk Carpigiani House Coldnose Rd Rotherwas Industrial Estate Hereford, HR2 6JL janethompson@carpigiani.co.jp 01432 346 018

Uniforms United Workwear www.unitedworkwear.com The United Collection Ltd 80A Ashfield Street London, E1 2BJ info@unitedcollection.co.uk 0207 780 1746

T & T Embroidery Solutions Ltd www.allembroiderysolutions.com 98 Morley Drive, Ely Cambridgeshire tandtembroiderysolutions@gmail.com 07783 628397

Simon Jersey www.simonjersey.com Altham Accrington Lancashire, BB5 5YE sales@simonjersey.com 0370 4609 047

Best Workwear www.bestworkwear.co.uk FRS Countrywear Limited Unit 1 Building 6 Stanmore Ind. Est. Bridgnorth Shropshire, WV15 5HP sales@bestworkwear.co.uk 08454 65 66 65

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T: 01432 378690

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Harry Ramsden’s

www.prowebdesignuk.com 119 Hertford Road, London, EN3 5JF info@prowebdesignuk.com 0203 659 4745

www.harryramsdens.co.uk

Shinebright Creative www.shinebrightcreativecc.co.uk 13 University Road Leicester, LE1 7RA info@shinebrightcc.com 0116 255 3400

London Fish and Chips www.londonfish-chips.com

Mexigo www.mexigo.uk

Muffin Break www.muffinbreak.co.uk

Papa John’s www.papajohns.co.uk

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Pepe’s Piri Piri www.pepes.co.uk

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Peri Peri Original

Maple Court, Ash Lane Collingtree Northampton NN4 0NB

www.periperioriginal.co.uk

T: 01604 858 522 E: info@centralfoods.co.uk W: www.centralfoods.co.uk

Pita Pit UK www.pitapituk.com

Pizza Time www.pizzatime.co.uk

Quiznos Booker Limited www.booker.co.uk Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough, Northants, NN8 1LT 01933 371000

www.quiznossub.co.uk

Sam’s Chicken www.samschicken.com

Subway www,subway.com

Costco (Head Office) National locations www.costco.co.uk Hartspring Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD25 8JS 01923 213113

Khanjra International Foods Ltd www.khanjra.co.uk Greenbank Business Park, Blakewater Road, Blackburn, Lancs, BB1 3HU 01254 676793

Parfetts (Head Office) www.parfetts.co.uk Didsbury Road, Stockport, SK4 2JP 0161 429 0429

Franchise Opportunities Banger Bros www.bangerbros.co.uk

Chicken Cottage www.chickencottage.com

Chop & Wok www.chopandwok.co.uk

Chopstix support@franchising.com

Chozen Noodle www.chozen.co.uk

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Doner Kebab German Doner Kebab www.donerkebab.net

Empire Dogs

E: brian@utilityhelpline.co.uk

www.empiredogs.co.uk

W: www.utilityhelpline.co.uk

Flamin’ Chicken

TRADE DIRECTORY

info@theflaminchicken.com

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