FROM A Secretary of State to Jimmy Doherty of Jimmy’s Farm, the incredibly diverse shortlist of nominees for the Special Achievement Award in the 2013 Footprint Awards, has been announced today. The award – sponsored by BaxterStorey – recognises individual contribution to environmental, social and [...]
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The apprentice: you’re hired Young guns Convincing young homegrown talent to consider a career in the foodservice or hospitality sector has traditionally been an uphill struggle. The long, unsociable hours. The poor pay. The temptation to hire international staff. But, as we reach [...]
AGAINST A background of job shortages and rising university fees, the foodservice sector is an increasingly attractive option for young talent from the UK, writes Nick Hughes. Convincing young, homegrown talent to consider a career in the foodservice sector has historically been an uphill struggle for employers. [...]
FOOTPRINT AWARDS 2012: The inaugural Footprint Awards in 2011 were proof of concept; to minimise the impact of an awards scheme and remain true to the mantra of being the antithesis of the typical industry awards. Our objective was to create an event of exceptional standard, showing that sustainability can be sumptuous and doesnt have to [...]
IN A glittering ceremony that told a story of sustainability, last nights Footprint Awards at the stunning 8 Northumberland in London, rewarded its winners for their contributions to sustainability and environmental excellence. Details of the winners and runners-up are: Sustainable Use of Natural Resources [...]
Organisers of the Footprint Awards 2012 have teamed up with The Skillery at Hotelympia and David Cavalier, Food Director, CH&Co. to offer emerging chefs the chance to enter a unique Back to the Future Challenge that will encourage the development of sustainable menus. On Tuesday 28 February at 10.30am, David will conduct a live masterclass [...]
