BaxterStorey at The Open University achieve Food for Life Served Here Certification

Dr Alvin Palamattam, General Manager, BaxterStorey, said:

"We're over the moon to receive Food for Life Served Here Bronze Award! These accolades validate our steadfast dedication to providing fresh, eco-conscious, and nourishing meals. They serve as constant inspiration, driving us to lead the way in supporting local food producers and valuing our customers' insights. Our devoted team takes immense pride in crafting sustainable, nutritious dishes that transcend mere sustenance – they represent a mark of excellence. Together, we're not only serving up meals but also nourishing both minds and bodies, all with a badge of honour that speaks to our commitment to quality and sustainability from farm to plate.

Dorian Holloway, Director of Estates, The Open University, said:

“We are delighted that the efforts of all those colleagues who provide our catering services has been recognised with this well-deserved Food for Life award.   The award is a great reflection of all the hard work of both Open University and Baxterstorey colleagues in providing a sustainable food service for our students, staff, and visitors.  It is also a fantastic step forwards on our journey to net zero."

It is inspiring to see BaxterStorey at the Open University's clear commitment to sourcing and serving good food. We recognise the challenging time that caterers are facing, and their achievement shines a light on how valuable their hard work is.

Being Food for Life Served Here Bronze Certified means they are:

• Serving food that is freshly prepared by trained chefs
• Committed to using ingredients that are good for our climate, nature and health
• Serving meat that can be traced back to the farm and meets UK animal welfare standards
• All ingredients used in Food for Life Served Here meals are free from additives, artificial trans fats and GMO’s