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In today’s workplace, food and drink isn’t just about refuelling staff…

By EMC Associates 24 June 2025 2 min read
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In today’s workplace, food and drink isn’t just about refuelling staff…
Catering & Vending • FM Talk

They’re a vital part of employee wellbeing, sustainability, and brand perception.

Yet many organisations are locked into outdated or underperforming catering and vending contracts that no longer reflect their values or needs.

That’s where EMC & Associates deliver real value.

With over 25 years of deep sector experience, EMC are specialists in helping organisations across corporate, education, and public sectors to review, retender, and reimagine their catering and foodservice models ensuring maximum value, performance, and alignment.

The Problem: Why So Many Workplace F&B Contracts Fall Short
Contracts rolled over without performance challenge

KPIs that don’t reflect current expectations or usage

Lack of innovation in menus, service models, or tech

Poor alignment with hybrid working patterns

Food offers that don’t reflect your culture, diversity, or sustainability targets

The EMC Advantage:

1. Independent, Evidence-Led Reviews
EMC offers fully independent benchmarking of your existing catering and vending services—reviewing commercial terms, service quality, operational models, and market competitiveness. You get honest, vendor-neutral insight.

2. Specialist Tender Management
From strategy and specification through to evaluation and mobilisation, EMC manage the entire tender process. We ensure it’s watertight, transparent, and built to attract the right supplier for your unique needs.

3. Built-in Innovation & Flexibility
We incorporate flexibility into contracts to future proof your food offer whether that’s micro-markets, pop-ups, digital pre-ordering, or sustainable packaging. No more cookie-cutter solutions.

4. Client Obsessed.
Our only interest is making sure you get the best solution from the best supplier on the best terms.

5. Commercial Outcomes That Stack Up
From reducing subsidy to increasing employee satisfaction, we focus on what matters. Every recommendation is tied to clear performance outcomes and measurable improvements.

What You Can Expect

  • Working with EMC on your workplace catering or F&B tender means:
  • A full review of current performance, usage, and commercial value
  •  A tailored specification aligned with your workforce needs and ESG goals
  • Advice on new service models, digital innovations, and trends
  • Support through procurement, mobilisation, and supplier transition
  • Ongoing performance monitoring frameworks

Results We Deliver

  • £100K+ savings through smarter subsidy structures
  • Up to 50% improvement in employee food satisfaction scores
  • Reduction in food waste and increased use of local suppliers
  • Modernisation of service offer reflecting the hybrid workplace

Why Now?

The workplace is evolving fast. Employee expectations are higher. Budgets are tighter. Contracts are due for renewal.

If you want to deliver a food & beverage service that reflects your values and delivers commercial value it’s time to bring in EMC.

Ready to take your foodservice strategy to the next level?

Book a free consultation with EMC & Associates today to explore how we can support your catering and vending transformation.

Is your FM contract delivering what it should?

Book a free discovery call with an EMC consultant. Evidence led, no obligation.