Caterforce are delighted to announce that we are extending our buying policy so we can continue to work towards an environmentally and socially responsible future for our members, suppliers and end customers.
The updates will include a number of significant changes to ingredients, animal welfare, plastic and palm oil. The updates will be made in close partnership our seven members to ensure the changes are sustainable.
We have already removed palm oil from a number of our own brand Chefs’ Selections products and we are working with suppliers to reduce the volume of plastic packaging we use.
Nick Redford, Managing Director of Caterforce, said: “We have recently seen a lot of consolidation in the industry, however at Caterforce we are dedicated to foodservice wholesalers and continually focus on creating an exceptional food service solution for members and end users.
“A crucial part of us achieving this, and maintaining Caterforce’s values across our network, is to focus on corporate social responsibility. In 2019, we’ll be placing huge emphasis on offering members, suppliers and customers more than just products. As a group, we are in a strong position to be able to make real change. We know we can utilise our business model to ensure positive steps are taken throughout the network, resulting in a big impact across the food service industry.”
In addition to environmental initiatives, we are working on reformulating products with suppliers to reduce fats and salt and focusing on dietary requirements and allergens.
Nick Redford has spoken at length in 2018 about the need for more manufacturers to adopt the Erudus system, product specification software to streamline communication of ingredients in the industry and says; “We’re conscious of the need for various products that address dietary needs as well as the growing demand for healthy, alternative foods. We have an experienced technical and product development team who are working to guarantee taste and quality across all new product development and in line with what our members and customers need."