Catering Services Contract for 13 Schools in Danes Educational Trust

Danes Educational Trust, a Multi Academy Trust operating 13 schools (6 primary and 7 secondary), is seeking an experienced catering provider to deliver high-quality food services across all locations. The successful bidder will be responsible for creating nutritious, innovative and engaging meals that meet School Food Standards, support student wellbeing and increase meal participation. Key requirements include proven experience managing catering across multiple school sites within a MAT environment, robust allergen management and food safety systems, strong customer engagement capabilities, and a commitment to sustainability. The provider must demonstrate financial stability, mobilisation expertise and the ability to work collaboratively with school leaders and stakeholders to support wider educational objectives. Beyond food provision, the appointed partner will engage in menu innovation, health promotion initiatives, themed events and continuous improvement throughout the contract. This is a strategic partnership opportunity for a forward-thinking catering organisation that shares the Trust's values of excellence, collaboration and student-centred service delivery.