Catering Scotland

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has voiced its disappointment at the ‘totally ill-conceived ideology’ of scrapping the current uniform business rate (UBR) system. Pointing out that a large proportion

Scotland Food & Drink (SF&D) has announced the appointment of two new graduates to take on the role of Customer and Supplier Development Officer at CIS Excellence Award sponsors, Bidfood

The Scottish Wholesale Association has released its SWA Bulletin July 2019. Featuring a working partnership between Zero Waste Scotland (ZWS) and the SWA, the bulletin invites association members who could assist

A new hospitality industry-backed initiative was announced today to coincide with World Suicide Prevention Day, in order to promote better mental health and support the work of Hospitality Action and

Chartered surveyors Graham & Sibbald are offering to market a ground floor restaurant within a larger modern development located in Inverkip. Occupying a prominent position off the busy A78 road

The CIS Excellence Awards 2018: The Results! in partnership with The Employee of the Year Award, sponsored by Fresh Food Company Winner: Samantha Wright, The Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh Finalists: Stephanie Baxter,

Broadly speaking, the subject of business insurance isn’t generally considered a particularly exciting or engaging entity but it nevertheless represents an essential, inescapable part of running an operation. Client case

A new hospitality industry-backed initiative was announced today to coincide with World Suicide Prevention Day, in order to promote better mental health and support the work of Hospitality Action and

An extension to the VAT cut for the UK hospitality sector is good news for the sector, according to Neil Pattison, Director at Caterer.com (pictured above). However, with hundreds of thousands

A new chefs’ alliance launched this week to help raise awareness of food poverty in the UK, which has spiralled since the outbreak of COVID-19. Led by a group of

Having worked in the hospitality, licensed trade and leisure sectors for over a decade, Pete Seymour is accustomed to the ebb and flow and the peaks and troughs of the

PROIS, the heavy equipment arm of CIS Excellence Award sponsors, Instock Group, has announced the appointment of Mick Selby as its Design and Equipment Division Manager. Responsible for the management and

Occupying a prominent beachside position, the Creagan Inn is a family-run business with a vibrant local and tourist trade, and a menu which showcases the area’s fresh seafood and other

A new chefs’ alliance launched this week to help raise awareness of food poverty in the UK, which has spiralled since the outbreak of COVID-19. Led by a group of

An extension to the VAT cut for the UK hospitality sector is good news for the sector, according to Neil Pattison, Director at Caterer.com (pictured above). However, with hundreds of thousands

The CIS Excellence Awards 2018: The Results! in partnership with The Employee of the Year Award, sponsored by Fresh Food Company Winner: Samantha Wright, The Dunstane Houses, Edinburgh Finalists: Stephanie Baxter,

When a team works closely together, conflict is an inevitable consequence of trying to combine contrasting personalities, skill sets, strengths, weaknesses and professional roles. If a manager does not confront

 – the global manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment for the foodservice sector – is working around the clock to provide support for clients who continue to feed customers throughout the

An award-winning Edinburgh chef has partnered with Edinburgh Food Social (EFS) to offer a three-month apprenticeship to an early school leaver keen to pursue a career in hospitality. Neil Forbes, chef-director

Businesses that have been disadvantaged by the Coronavirus outbreak – that is, almost every operation in affected countries throughout the world – are being encouraged to listen to a special webinar produced

In many countries around the world, restaurants were among the first to feel the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Bookings disappeared almost overnight and such a rapid change of circumstances

CIS Excellence Pub Excellence of the Year sponsor, KraftHeinz, has launched its industry-wide competition for 2020.  #57HospitalityHeroes – Growing a Better World  is open to any hospitality professional under 35 who continues to go

The Results of the CIS Excellence Awards 2019 in partnership with The Employee of the Year Award, sponsored by Fresh Food Company WINNER: Stephen King, Uisge Bar and Restaurant, Perthshire

With Christmas fast approaching and firms gearing up for the festive period, it has become customary for companies to reward their staff and clients for hard work and loyalty over

In many countries around the world, restaurants were among the first to feel the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Bookings disappeared almost overnight and such a rapid change of circumstances

Earlier this year, long-term CIS Excellence Awards supporter, the healthyliving award , became part of Public Health Scotland (PHS), the national agency for improving the health and well-being of people

The Results of the CIS Excellence Awards 2019 in partnership with The Employee of the Year Award, sponsored by Fresh Food Company WINNER: Stephen King, Uisge Bar and Restaurant, Perthshire

An extension to the VAT cut for the UK hospitality sector is good news for the sector, according to Neil Pattison, Director at Caterer.com (pictured above). However, with hundreds of thousands

Several chefs and restaurateurs have outlined measures they say could prevent mass business closures and redundancies in the Scottish hospitality sector following the COVID-19 crisis. A letter to Nicola Sturgeon,

Kirkcudbright Hospitality Student Wins Nestle Toque d’Or 2020 City of Glasgow College HND Hospitality Management student, Alex Dick, has been named as the winner of the Front of House category

The last ever Hotelympia in its current guise has been hailed by visitors and exhibitors as a success, with new stages and features returning the UK’s largest hospitality event to

 – the global manufacturer of commercial refrigeration equipment for the foodservice sector – is working around the clock to provide support for clients who continue to feed customers throughout the

CIS Excellence Awards sponsors, KraftHeinz, together with Arena, have announced Leo Kattou as the winner of their new competition, 57 Hospitality Heroes – Growing a Better World. Recognising hospitality professionals under

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) has voiced its disappointment at the ‘totally ill-conceived ideology’ of scrapping the current uniform business rate (UBR) system. Pointing out that a large proportion

Seafood Scotland has launched the Masterclass Series for chefs in Scotland. Hosted by CIS Excellence Awards board member, Roy Brett, alongside CJ Jackson from the Seafood School at Billingsgate, the

Life After Brexit: How Will HR Be Affected? Given the political turmoil resulting from the Brexit referendum result, this edition of Your Business Matters has something of a Brexit flavour. Although

With winter fast approaching, now is the time to add some sparkle to your winter menu and it is easier than you might think to bring this season’s latest food

The world’s first solar- and battery-powered ice cream van will be showcased at the 2020 Ice Cream and Artisan Food Show which takes place in Harrogate early next year. The only

CIS Excellence Awards Young Chef of the Year sponsor, Brakes Scotland, has launched a range of craft beers, ciders and gin to encourage caterers to bring local flavours to festive

With less than one week to go, Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) 2020 is set to deliver an all-encompassing event, uncovering the latest trends, showcasing the latest product innovations and

As today sees the dual ‘anniversary’ of 40 days since this UK Government’s inaugural summer Budget and their first 100 full days in office since being elected last May, David

With less than one week to go, Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) 2020 is set to deliver an all-encompassing event, uncovering the latest trends, showcasing the latest product innovations and

The organisers of the 2017 Scottish Chefs’ Conference have announced the six star chefs who will demonstrate at this year’s event in Glasgow. Sponsored by Braehead Foods and scheduled for

Entries and nominations for the 17th annual CIS Excellence Awards, in partnership with Caterer.com close in just 10 days’ time. Aimed at ALL businesses and individuals involved in Scotland’s catering,

An extension to the VAT cut for the UK hospitality sector is good news for the sector, according to Neil Pattison, Director at Caterer.com (pictured above). However, with hundreds of thousands

in partnership with Entries and nominations for the 14th annual CIS Excellence Awards, in partnership with Caterer.com, are in their final week for entries and nominations. Aimed at ALL types

As National Tea Day approaches later this month, Tetley Foodservice has released a specially prepared video taken at ScotHot 2019 in March. Featuring Tetley’s senior brand manager, Marshall Kingston (pictured

Wholesalers in Scotland are calling on the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, to extend business rates relief to the wholesale sector in order to bring it into line with tourism and hospitality

In exactly seven weeks’ time, food and drink buyers in Edinburgh and the surrounding area will get a taste for local produce at an upcoming showcase event organised by Scotland

Award certification and sustainable business specialist, Green Tourism, is inviting Scottish catering, hospitality and tourism businesses to participate in an exclusive food- waste research pilot organised by Zero Wate Scotland

With less than one week to go, Hotel, Restaurant & Catering (HRC) 2020 is set to deliver an all-encompassing event, uncovering the latest trends, showcasing the latest product innovations and

With Christmas fast approaching and firms gearing up for the festive period, it has become customary for companies to reward their staff and clients for hard work and loyalty over

To celebrate the launch of Tetley’s all-new Accommodation Guide, the nation’s favourite tea brand is offering one lucky hospitality professional the chance to win £500 in Booking.com vouchers. The new Guide

Entries and nominations for the 17th annual CIS Excellence Awards, in partnership with Caterer.com close in just 10 days’ time. Aimed at ALL businesses and individuals involved in Scotland’s catering,

Kirkcudbright Hospitality Student Wins Nestle Toque d’Or 2020 City of Glasgow College HND Hospitality Management student, Alex Dick, has been named as the winner of the Front of House category

The Scottish Licensed Trade Association (SLTA) said today that the announcement of a 10pm early closing for the industry from Friday will have a devastating effect on the hospitality sector.

THE CIS EXCELLENCE AWARDS 2017, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH CATERER.COM TO VIEW THE WINNERS’ PHOTOS, VISIT WWW.CIS-EXCELLENCEAWARDS.COM The Healthier Scotland Award, sponsored by the healthyliving award, in association with NHS Health Scotland

Hotel, Restaurant and Catering (HRC 2020) – the new name for Hotelympia – has announced its preview brochure is available to download in advance of this year’s show which kicks

Valentine Equipment and Cuisinequip have confirmed they will exhibit a range of the company’s latest professional kitchen equipment at Commercial Kitchen 2017. Showcasing fryers from the Valentine Evo and Cuisinequip

With Christmas fast approaching and firms gearing up for the festive period, it has become customary for companies to reward their staff and clients for hard work and loyalty over

If fried food is part of your menu, then operators have a duty to prepare it in good, clean oil. CateringScotland.com looks at how one major hotel chain has slashed its

The founder of an Aberdeen-based organic waste management firm has secured a Scottish business award. Grant Keenan (pictured above with his wife Claire) was named Managing Director of the Year

With 2020 already shaping up to be one of the most remarkable years on record for a great many reasons – some good, some bad – Xpressjobs.co.uk have compiled a

Scotland is recycling more than ever before and it’s having a positive impact on the environment, according to Zero Waste Scotland, whose newly created carbon metric measures the impact of

This weekend marked the culmination of a Scotland-wide, eight-week social media campaign to encourage people to upcycle and re-use furniture. The Design Doctor campaign, run by Zero Waste Scotland, brought together the