Coronavirus
The Caterer takes the Coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously. The epidemic and it's consequences including the steps taken to combat the virus has a serious impact on the hospitality sector. We try to collect all information and do what The Caterer does the best: provide guidance and shine light on ways how we can survive and emerge stronger at the end.
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Most senior hospitality figures expect Covid-19 disruption to extend beyond the summer
More than three-quarters of senior hospitality figures in Europe expect the disruption of coronavirus to last four to six months or more.
FEA launches online advice pack for mothballing equipment
The Foodservice Equipment Association (FEA) has put together an online resource for foodservice operators on how to protect their equipment as they shut up shop and mothball appliances.
Glasgow’s SEC to be turned into temporary hospital
“The agenda has shifted from sustainability to endurance”– Supplier opinion: Tri-Star Packaging
Compass awards bonuses to staff supporting the NHS
Bidfood and Brakes work together to support the vulnerable
Foodservice wholesalers, Bidfood and Brakes, have joined forces to support a new government initiative to ensure[...]
Minister says wholesale and takeaway employees are key workers ‘delivering a vital service’
Employees of wholesale and takeaway businesses are key workers “delivering an absolutely vital service”, according to[...]
Letter from the editor: The Caterer to temporarily move to digital only
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Insolvency rules to be relaxed during pandemic
The government is to change insolvency regulation to give firms more flexibility to handle the coronavirus[...]
Birmingham NEC and Manchester Central to become temporary hospitals
The Birmingham National Exhibition Centre (NEC) and Manchester Central convention centre will also be turned into temporary hospitals, it was announced yesterday."
Carluccio's directors 'considering all options' after appointing advisers
Carluccio's directors are said to be considering "all options" after appointing business advisory firm FRP.
'It's heart-breaking' – Jack Stein speaks of difficult decisions and calls for clarity on relief funds timescale
Jack Stein has spoken of the “heart-breaking” situations operators are facing after the business came under fire for delaying two weeks of April’s payroll.
'These amazing people need us' - Leon's FeedNHS appeal for 'vital funds' hopes to raise £1m
Fast-casual chain Leon has joined forces with actors Damian Lewis, Helen McCrory and Matt Lucas to[...]
City Pub Group raises £15m through share placing
City Pub Group has raised £15m by successfully placing 30,000,000 new ordinary shares in a move[...]
Protect your staff now and that loyalty will be repaid, say HR experts
Protect your employees now as best you can and that loyalty will be repaid later both[...]
Dorchester Collection to keep staff on full pay
The Dorchester Collection has guaranteed the salaries of all employees across its properties and will be[...]
'It’s adios for now' – Chiquito to close majority of sites as group files for administration
The Restaurant Group (TRG) has filed notice to put Chiquito into administration, a move which will permanently close the majority of the 81 Tex-Mex brand’s sites."
Chancellor unveils package of support for self-employed
The chancellor has announced a support package for self-employed people, in line with that previously unveiled for furloughed employees. telling them "you have not been forgotten".
Gordon Ramsay Restaurant Group terminates contracts of London restaurant teams
The Gordon Ramsay Restaurant Group has terminated the contracts of hundreds of staff members working across its London restaurants.
Jacobs Media is honoured to be the recipient of the 2020 Queen's Award for Enterprise.
The highest official awards for UK businesses since being established by royal warrant in 1965. Read more.
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