ASVA Events

Join us on 12th February at 10.30am for the next in our Industry Insights webinar series, delivered by catering consultant and industry expert, Sandra Reid. This is the first of 2 sessions supporting members in maximising the opportunities and secondary revenue that catering can generate. Many ASVA members operate catering in house and this session will focus specifically on ensuring operational and commercial success in in-house operations.

Content

• The hospitality landscape; challenges and opportunities
• Costs – managing food costs; managing labour costs
• Meeting customer expectations on price
• Stand out from the crowd – differentiating your offer and aligning with the core business
• Case study – Andy Pollexfen, Operations Manager, The Great Tapestry of Scotland
• Top tips
• Q&A

This session will be essential for any ASVA members considering introducing a catering offer, those who already operate in house, those who are considering changing the operating model.

About Sandra Reid and Fare Consulting – Fare Consulting Limited is an independent food and hospitality consultancy. Fare’s Managing Director Sandra Reid has over thirty-five years operational and consultancy experience in the hospitality industry. Over that time, she has ‘cheffed’ in her own restaurant in Edinburgh, taught practical cookery skills, supported social enterprise food projects and client managed catering contractors. Sandra has been a consultant for over twenty years, and launched Fare Consulting in 2014.

With specific expertise in foodservice in leisure, visitor attractions and cultural destinations, Fare Consulting has worked with many iconic attractions across Scotland and the rest of the UK, supporting them with their catering strategy, tendering and contract management. Fare also assists inhouse operations with staff and systems development, menu planning and cost controls.