BaxterStorey secures new catering contract at Goldsmiths University

BaxterStorey has signed a new catering contract with Goldsmiths, University of London, in a bid to provide students and staff with a “healthy and sustainable food offering”.

The catering company has also committed to transforming the on-campus provision to ensure carbon neutral menus by 2025.

It said that the new seven-year partnership will provide Goldsmiths’ community of 12,000 students and staff with a range of “refreshed locations to experience quality food and drink that is environmentally-conscious”.

In keeping with Goldsmiths’ commitment to supporting local organisations and businesses in south London, coffee will be available from Extract Coffee Roasters which is based just over three miles away from campus, along with Wildfarmed bakery items, and a street food concept called The Balcony offering sourdough pizzas and Wildfarmed tacos.

BaxterStorey’s commitment to sustainability and reducing food waste is a key component of the new contract.

The company will use Waste Knot surplus vegetables to create its homemade soups and salads, while its War on Waste programme will continue to help reduce food waste across the campus.

Additionally, all beverage suppliers and products will be selected for their sustainability credentials.

Students will also be encouraged to purchase reusable utensils with the promise of a free drink, and teams’ uniforms will be made from recycled plastic.

Sarah Miller, managing director at BaxterStorey, said: “We’re thrilled to be working with Goldsmiths and can’t wait to inspire minds and taste buds across campus.

“Supporting the university’s mission to reduce carbon emission within catering is a key focus for us, and we have already launched new experiences and initiatives to create not only a memorable dining experience, but a sustainable one too.”

Mark Hughes, director of estates and facilities at Goldsmiths, added: “We know that food sustainability is very important for our students and staff which is why it’s key for us to work with a catering provider which shares these values. We’re very excited to be able to refresh our catering offer and look forward to working closely with BaxterStorey.”