Hospital Caterers Association opens entries to National Awards
Notpla co-founder lays out a vision for eliminating plastic waste
Among a rich variety of speakers, Pierre-Yves Paslier, co-founder of biodegradable plastics company Notpla, told caterers how they can ‘reduce
Public Sector Catering reveals full list of ‘most influential’ in 2024
Every year Public Sector Catering brings together a group of experienced industry leaders and asks them to name the people they believe are th
Royal Surrey Foundation Trust secures NHS Chef of the Year 2024 trophy
Alejandro Hernandez and Manuela Miccoli from Royal Surrey Foundation Trust have been crowned the winners of the 2024 NHS Chef of the Year competition.
The final, which involved eight teams from around the country, took place at The Cookery School at The Grand Hotel in York last week. The competition provides chefs with practical experience, mentoring and peer networking opportunities.
The competition is focused on chef duos demonstrating a healthy and nutritious menu which is low in carbon within a budget.
Hospital Caterers Association opens early bird bookings for Forum
The Hospital Caterers Association (HCA) Leadership and Development Forum, which is taking place next year from April 1-2 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, has opened early bird bookings for delegates.
The Forum is the only national event dedicated to the production, delivery and service of nutritious food to patients, staff and visitors in the NHS.
Hospital Caterers Association names Iain Robertson as new chair
Former NHS chef Iain Robertson has been named the national chair of the Hospita
Hospital catering stars honoured at HCA annual awards night
The Hospital Caterers Association celebrated star performers within the sector at its President’s Dinner, with a number of longstanding servants of the organisation honoured for their work over many years.
The Wilma Wilkie Outstanding Service Award was presented to Janice Gillan, a former HCA chair and the forum lead for this year’s Leadership and Development Forum taking place in Scotland.