Food inflation is expected to surge to 6% by the end of the year, posing a significant challenge for boarding school catering budgets as the new academic year begins #Ad

A bleak outlook is emerging from the latest British Retail Consortium survey, with 85% of retailers report having raised prices in response to rising costs driven by the previous budget’s increase in employer National Insurance and the National Living Wage.

With current food inflation sitting at 4.5%, according to CPI figures released last week, it is crucial to review your food spending and find ways to mitigate rising ingredient costs. But where do you start?

Talk to an independent food procurement expert, who can provide you with a tailored solution which not only delivers cost savings but also gives you invaluable industry insight and vital control over your catering operation.