By making lots of small changes, we can make a big difference. We work closely with our clients and suppliers to be as environmentally friendly as we can.
Our procurement process takes into consideration food miles, as well as flavour, and we have an efficient ordering process to join up purchasing while monitoring waste.
Our procurement process takes into consideration food miles, as well as flavour, and we have an efficient ordering process to join up purchasing while monitoring waste.
What we do makes a difference
Improvement from our carbon initiatives have resulted in:
Plastic waste is one of the greatest environmental challenges facing the world today and is a top priority for us.
Single use plastics are being phased out, sustainable vending introduced and we give preference to products made from recycled materials.
Food waste poses significant environmental and financial challenges, which is why we’ve introduced Waste Warriors!
Our food development team leads the way by inspiring us with zero-waste recipes, careful menu planning and innovative strategies to maximise the use of every part of the food, from root to tip!
We have very popular and delicious dishes in our Plant Power range.
Development in this area is booming right now and our chefs get a real kick out of creating something new and different for our students to try.
We care about the future and continue to focus on responsible sourcing, using seasonal produce, introducing more vegan and vegetarian dishes, keeping waste to a minimum and re-using and recycling to reduce the impact we have.
Financial Times Recognises Aspens as Long-Term Growth Champion 2026
We are incredibly proud to be named one of Europe’s Long-Term Growth Champions 2026 by the Financial Times. This prestigious recognition ranks Aspens 2nd in the Food & Beverage category and 113th overall, validating our unique position in the UK market.
This achievement reflects a decade of consistent, sustainable growth driven by our unwavering commitment to quality, purpose, and people. As a financially secure, independent British company, this recognition reinforces our promise to provide stable, high-quality catering services while supporting British jobs and
supply chains.